Research Strategy 2003 to 2008

Over the years, the IRH has developed a broad programme of research across rural health issues and has built up a track record of obtaining funding from a wide variety of agencies, including the Department of Health, Welsh Assembly Government, Defra, Health & Safety Executive, The Countryside Agency, and the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.

The IRH research programme aims to produce high quality research covering a range of issues connected with rural health, and to disseminate results effectively so that policy makers are informed of findings as they arise.

Key Research Areas

The IRH Research Strategy 2003 to 2008 focuses on five key areas, with the underlying principle of gathering evidence in order to tackle health inequalities within rural areas and between rural and urban areas:

1. Measurement of rural health issues
2. Rural proofing
3. Health and well-being outcomes for rural patients
4. Health and the environment
5. Supporting the rural workforce

Staffing

At present, the Research Division consists of:

• Dr Jenny Deaville, Research Manager

A research advisory group is currently being established to provide additional support and advise to research staff. Membership is drawn from the IRH board of trustees, academics, health service staff and others with an interest in rural health.

Further Information

If you would like further information please contact the Research Manager:

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