Health Economics
Our work focuses on the efficient use of limited resources and maximisation of outcomes for patients. We conduct research to improve efficiency and equity in the use of public resources by providing high quality, relevant, flexible, and accessible research capacity in health economics, evaluation and advise on health inequalities issues.
We lead the way in health economics research and are internationally renowned for our ability to aid decision makers in making health care policy decisions at a national and international level. Professor Tracey Young and Professor Laura Bojke co-lead our theme and team. We build upon a strong research collaboration between the Universities of Sheffield and York, working with local decision makers and through cross-theme working with the four core YHARC themes.
Health Economics Projects
The cost-effectiveness of improving adherence for asthma treatment evaluation of the YHAHSN Straight Talking asthma project (collaborating with Health Innovation Yorkshire and Humber)
Evaluation of the Yorkshire Ambulance Service (YAS) Mental Health Response Vehicles
Economic evaluation of nature-based interventions for mental and physical health
This study investigated the potential cost-effectiveness of ecotherapy, a nature-based intervention increasingly used for common mental health issues. Despite its popularity, there’s a scarcity of data regarding its costs and...
