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Alan Johnson at WHO World Mental Health day event

Landmark report published on World Mental Health Day

Alan Johnson welcomes a report by the World Health Organization (WHO) that confirms England's mental health services are leading the way in Europe.


A&E surgeon, Dr Tunji Lasoye

Black History Month 2008

NHS Choices is marking Black History Month with a collection of features on African-Caribbean healthcare staff and patients.

DH website survey

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Change4Life

Change4Life artwork

A new movement that aims to help everyone eat well, move more and live longer.

NHS Constitution

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We want to hear what you think about the proposed Constitution.  

Care and Support

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Help shape a care and support system for the future.

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