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Tool 1050Core20Plus5 (NHS England %u00bb Core20PLUS5 (adults) %u2013 an approach to reducing healthcare inequalities)Core 20 Plus 5 is an important framework developed by the NHS in England to reduce health inequalities, especially in relation to prevention and addressing disparities in healthcare. The initiative focuses on a targeted approach to improve health outcomes for the most disadvantaged groups, ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to access and benefit from healthcareservices.Core 20 Plus 5 is crucial for prevention and addressing inequalities by:1. Targeting the Most Disadvantaged Groups (Core 20)%u2022 Core 20 refers to the most deprived 20% of the England population, who also experience the worst health outcomes and face significant barriers to accessing care.%u2022 By focusing on this group, the NHS ensures that the resources and interventions are tailored to those who need them the most. Addressing their specific needs helps to prevent these groups from being left behind, which could further widen health inequalities.2. Focusing on Key Areas of Health Inequalities (Plus)Each Local Area will identify %u201cPlus%u201d groups who should receive further targeted support due to being likely to experience greater health inequalities. In Bolton these groups are:- People with drug and alcohol dependence- Asylum seekers and refugees- Carers- Gypsy, Roma, Traveller communities- Learning Disabilities/Autism/Neurodiversity3. Focusing on specific conditions (5)%u2022 5 refers to five clinical areas where health inequalities are particularly pronounced. For adults these include:- Maternity care- Severe mental illness- Chronic respiratory disease- Early cancer diagnosis- HypertensionAnd for children:- Asthma- Diabetes- Epilepsy- Oral Health - Mental Health%u2022 These areas are critical because they have a significantimpact on health outcomes and are often more common in disadvantaged communities. Focusing on these clinical areas ensures that health