Last Updated: 2025-04-09 09:43:37
Name: Saroja Forester
Role: GP
Organisation: Brinnington Surgery
Locality: Stockport
Sector: Primary Care
Project Title: Improving Attendance in Primary Schools
Project Summary:
Saroja was struck by the difference in healthy life expectancy between residents of Brinnington and other neighbourhoods in Stockport. Looking at wider determinants of health, she found one of the contributing factors could be poor attendance in the primary schools in Brinnington. By reducing absenteeism in primary schools, it is hoped that these children’s short-term health (educational outcomes, social and cognitive development) and subsequent long-term socioeconomic opportunities and health will improve.
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'Making Manchester Fairer' by Saroja Forester
Discover Saroja's valuable insights and experiences in the "Making Manchester Fairer" blog. Click here to read her reflections on the challenges and successes she has encountered during her fellowship, and learn more about her contributions to promoting health equity in Manchester.