Welcome back to another blog post by carer activist Matthew McKenzie. Quick question. Do you know about Allied Health Professions?

Well, allied Health professionals work to provide the community with the best support and health benefits using their skills and expertise.

Allied Health professionals work in many different settings and they do not always have to be based in hospitals. There are around 14 all doing their best to serve the community.

Art therapists
Dramatherapists
Music therapists
Podiatrists
Dietitians
Occupational therapists
Operating department practitioners
Orthoptists
Osteopaths
Paramedics
Physiotherapists
Prosthetists and orthotists
Radiographers
Speech and language therapists

Still, serving the community is not enough. It is about including the community and putting people first. This is done through co-production, leadership, innovation and bringing out the best in the AHP community. The health of the community is a challenge if the health of the environment suffers, so it is important to prepare for a greener future and cleaner future.

The Allied Health Professions have set their strategy for england, which you can view below.

Click to access allied-health-professions-strategy-for-england-ahps-deliver.pdf

There also is a new video to promote why AHPs should continuously improve their contribution to high-quality health and care services.

As a carer activist, I know full well that high quality care can have a positive impact. We all have a part to play, just as we all want healthier lives. Users of health services want their views taken into account and this can lead to a better strategy.

Thanks for reading.