What is health data research?
Health data research is a growing area of work and combines maths, statistics and technology to manage and analyse very large amounts of different datasets across our health and care systems. The information we get from health data research will enable us to make advances in healthcare.

Health data research explained
Health data research is a growing area of work and we want to help you gain a better understanding of the type of data that is used and how health data has already made a difference.

Your questions answered
Whilst we’ve seen the progress that has been made in health and care from health data research, we also know the public have questions and concerns too – we want to help address these.

Health Data Research UK approach
We work with a range of partners and organisations to support the safe and secure access and use of health data to maximise benefits and value to patients, the population, the NHS and society.

We’re already seeing the benefits that come out of safe access and use in the ever growing and fast paced world of health data research.
With progress continuously being made to ensure health data research enables researchers and innovators to better understand diseases and find ways to prevent, treat and cure them, we want to keep you updated on the latest developments.
Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement
Across Health Data Research UK , we are committed to engaging and involving patients and members of the public in our work and enabling them to have a voice when it comes to key decision making.