Public health white paper presents opportunity for advisers - PruHealth

The insurer believes the increasing need for individuals and employers to look after themselves could see a growth for private healthcare providers. Tal Gilbert, head of research and development at PruHealth, welcomed the continued focus on improving the health of the population and also approved of the decision to make local authorities responsible for public health again. He suggested this will help to ensure that communities are looking for relevant ways of improving health at a local level, and that it could create an environment where innovative new ideas can be introduced. "A...