The Health and Well-being Board was scheduled to consider the demographic impacts of an ageing population on hospital services. The board was also scheduled to receive updates on the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy, the Health Protection and Development Partnership, and the Northumberland Tobacco Control Partnership.

Demographic Impacts

Dr. A. Blair, Executive Medical Director, was scheduled to deliver a presentation on the ageing population and its impact on hospital services.

Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy

A report was scheduled to provide an update on the progress made by system partners in relation to the theme of 'Adopting a whole system approach to health and care'. This theme is a key part of the updated Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2023-28. The strategy aims to foster collaboration across different health and care services to improve outcomes for residents.

Health Protection and Development Partnership

The board was scheduled to receive the annual report of the Health Protection and Development Partnership. This report was expected to outline the multi-agency activity undertaken in Northumberland to protect and improve the health of the local population.

Northumberland Tobacco Control Partnership

An update on the Northumberland Tobacco Control Partnership's collaborative efforts during 2024 was scheduled for discussion. The report was expected to highlight historical progress in tobacco control and the ongoing need to create a smoke-free generation.

Forward Plan

The Health and Wellbeing Board was scheduled to note and discuss items planned for future meetings, with the latest version of the forward plan enclosed for review.