Health minister Lord Ara Darzi's review said health professionals who work in the community must use their expertise to develop innovative ways to deliver services for patients.
High Quality Care for All, NHS Next Stage Review Final Report said nurses, midwives and health visitors working in community settings have a crucial role to play in providing some of the most personalised care, particularly for children and families.
The report, published this week, also set out plans for pilots of more integrated services that would bring together health and social care professionals.
In addition, it outlined six key health goals for the NHS in England: tackling obesity; reducing harm from alcohol; treating drug addiction; reducing smoking; improving sexual health; and better mental health care.
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