from the public. For example, with hospital-borne diseases like MRSA constantly in the media, the need to update existing facilities and equipment to reduce the risk of infection is paramount, and care providers must ensure that the facilities they provide are modern and efficient.


The built environment will therefore continue to be an integral part of the way in which care is delivered in the UK, and the health and care sector will be increasingly reliant on its ability to adapt and support it in ensuring that patient needs continue to be met.


CONCLUSION From architects and facility managers to local authorities and contractors, everyone involved in the health and care


built environment is going to have to


readdress how they serve the needs of the NHS and private sector health and care providers. Together, they must ensure that the sector remains healthy and profitable, and be able to guarantee that patient care maintains a high standard.


The process of writing the amended Health and Social Care Bill into law will take


some time. Even with additional amends being introduced, the built environment clearly needs to scrutinise the changes and


make adequate provisions for adapting to the changing landscape. www.futurehealthexpo.com


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