Learning health systems to implement chronic disease prevention programs: A novel framework and perspectives from an Australian health service

• Main Authors: Luke Wolfenden (Author), John Wiggers (Author), Courtney Barnes (Author), Cassandra Lane (Author), Daniel Groombridge (Author), Katie Robertson (Author), Jannah Jones (Author), Sam McCrabb (Author), Rebecca K. Hodder (Author), Adam Shoesmith (Author), Nayerra Hudson (Author), Nicole McCarthy (Author), Melanie Kingsland (Author), Emma Doherty (Author), Emily Princehorn (Author), Meghan Finch (Author), Nicole Nathan (Author), Rachel Sutherland (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Wiley, 2024-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Summary

Abstract Background Chronic diseases are a considerable burden to health systems, communities, and patients. Much of this burden, however, could be prevented if interventions effective in reducing chronic disease risks were routinely implemented. Aims The aim of this paper is to discuss the role of public health agencies in preventing chronic disease through the application of learning health system (LHS) approaches to improve the implementation of evidence‐based interventions. Materials and Methods We draw on the literature and our experience operating a local LHS in Australia that has achieved rapid improvements in the implementation of chronic disease prevention interventions. Results The proposed LHS framework has been adapted to be both implementation and chronic disease prevention focused. The framework describes both broad improvement processes, and the infrastructure and other support (pillars) recommended to support its core functions. Conclusion The framework serves as a basis for further exploration of the potentially transformative role LHS's may have in addressing the chronic disease health crisis.

Item Description

2379-6146
10.1002/lrh2.10466