Health Economics at Lancaster (HEAL)

About HEAL

Health Economics at Lancaster (HEAL) is a research group based in the Faculty of Health and Medicine with strong collaborative links with the Department of Economics. Our research produces evidence to support health policy making to improve population health and wellbeing. Our innovative educational programmes equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to make a meaningful impact in the field of health economics.

HEAL Members
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Welcome from the Director of HEAL

“We deliver insights and innovative approaches to help policy-makers make informed decisions about the allocation of finite resources. Health economics goes beyond assessing the value of new treatments, services, or policies; it also explores the wider implications for patients and communities. This includes examining the trade-offs when resources are directed to one area over another and analyzing how the costs and benefits of healthcare are shared across different groups within society.”

Professor Bruce Hollingsworth

Study with Us

MSc in Health Economics and Policy

The MSc in Health Economics and Policy meets the needs of those wishing to gain a deeper understanding of health economics theory, research and practice, whilst fulfilling their existing responsibilities.

MSc in Health Economics and Policy

PhD in Health Economics and Policy

The PhD in Health Economics and Policy meets the needs of those wishing to gain a deep and critical insight into health economics theory, research and practice and to develop or enhance research skills whilst fulfilling their existing responsibilities.

PhD in Health Economics and Policy

Traditional PhD (by research and thesis) in Health Research

We offer supervision of research students in many areas of health-related social science. We particularly welcome applications from students wishing to pursue research in the areas of health economics. We are especially interested in supporting applications for those applying for externally funded fellowships.

Health Research Traditional Route PhD

HEAL Publications

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Projects undertaken by HEAL members and associates

Current and Previous Projects

Health impact, process and economic evaluation of selective licensing schemes for private rented housing in England
01/12/2023 → 31/01/2026
Research

Gender Space Learning Partnership
07/08/2023 → 30/05/2025
Consultancy

Dropping out of health treatments and education: evidence from young pupils
28/02/2014 → 01/03/2015
Research

NIHR Collaboration for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care North West Coast (CLAHRC NWC)
01/04/2013 → …
Research

The dynamics of addiction, health risks and smoking: a life-cycle approach
01/02/2013 → 01/02/2014
Research

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Associated Staff

Marco Alfano

Guiseppe Migali

Maria Navarro Paniagua

Catherine Porter

Roger Prudon

Saurabh Singhal

Ian Walker

Huasheng Xiang


Honorary Staff

Vincent O Sullivan

Eugenio Zucchelli



Research Students

Rubab Ahmed

Chiara Costi

Mustafa Ozer

Cansu Oymak

HEAL membership also includes over 70 Blended Learning PhD and Master's students.

PhD Alumni

HEAL News

The research, conducted across 15 hospitals, enrolled nearly 2,000 children aged between 72 hours and 18 years with suspected bacterial infections

PCT blood test does not lower antibiotic treatment duration for hospitalised children

A groundbreaking UK study including Lancaster University has examined whether an additional blood test called procalcitonin (PCT) could safely shorten the time children spend on intravenous (IV) antibiotics in hospitals. 
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How limiting new fast-food outlets may reduce childhood obesity

Planning policies to restrict the number of new fast-food outlets leads to fewer overweight and obese children according to research led by Lancaster University.
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£850,000 project to improve public health funding at a local level

Lancaster University has been awarded £850,000 by the National Institute for Health Research’s School for Public Health Research (SPHR).
Professor Bruce Hollingsworth

A$2.8 million Australian project to improve health workforce planning

Professor Bruce Hollingsworth, Director of Health Economics at in the Division of Health Research at Lancaster University, is Chief Investigator on a new A$2.8 million grant awarded by the Australian Government. 
Professor of Health Economics Céu Mateus

Céu Mateus appointed to prestigious international role

Professor of Health Economics Céu Mateus has become President Elect of the European Health Economics Association during an Assembly of Delegates in Vienna. 

This initiative aims to enhance medication management, improve patient safety, and promote independence among those who rely on home-based care

Lancaster University to evaluate £1.2M smart medication technology

Lancaster University is involved in a novel initiative to develop a medication management system for up to 2,500 people receiving home-based care.

 

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Contact Us

Bruce Hollingsworth
Director

Email: b.hollingsworth@lancaster.ac.uk

Tom Mason
Admissions Tutor

Email: t.mason5@lancaster.ac.uk

Céu Mateus
Engagement Lead

Email: c.mateus@lancaster.ac.uk