NICE consults on the factors it should consider when developing its guidance (for example age and lifestyle)

The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) has developed a consultation document on the social value judgements that affect the development of its guidance on the promotion of good health and the prevention and treatment of ill health.  The consultation document describes the social value judgements that the Board believe should guide NICE’s decision making – it will not be issued as guidance for the wider NHS.  The consultation document was issued on 4 April and consultation closes on 30 June.  It can be found on the website at: http://www.nice.org.uk/page.aspx?o=250583.