One in two hospitalised COVID-19 patients develop complications
A study of more than 70,000 people in the UK has found that one in two patients hospitalised with COVID-19 developed at least one complication.
Only 1% of African people have two COVID vaccine doses
Only 1% of Africa's 1.3 billion population have been given two doses of COVID vaccine - now, the Delta variant is sweeping through countries which are highly vulnerable to hospitalisation and death.
Screening frequently misses endometrial cancer in Black women
TVUS screening missed over four times more cases of endometrial cancer among Black women versus White women, according to a new study.
Nearly 100% of people tested positive for antibodies after second vaccine
New data has found that nearly 100% of people tested positive for COVID-19 antibodies after their second dose of the Pfizer or AstraZeneca vaccine.
How lighting-as-a-service can transform patient care and free up £3bn in resources
Harvey Sinclair, CEO, eEnergy, discusses how adopting a lighting-as-a-service model can transform the NHS’ patient care, front line worker well-being and free up £3 billion in resources.
EU court says workplaces can ban headscarves
The EU Court of Justice (CJEU) ruled that companies can now ban headscarves for Muslim employees, to "prevent social disputes".
The UK’s policing and law enforcement capabilities in Europe after Brexit
Michael Drury, Partner and Caroline Mair, Senior Associate of BCL Solicitors LLP, outline a recent Parliamentary report, which analysed where the UK stands regarding the data & tools it now has at its disposal to the police across Europe after Brexit.
Scientists say “moon wobble” will create extreme floods in 2030s
According to a study by the University of Hawaii, a natural "moon wobble" will create extreme flooding for US coastal regions in the mid-2030s.
A job rotation scheme could be our key to a successful economic recovery
Professor Martin Jones, Deputy Vice Chancellor at Staffordshire University, explains why a job rotation scheme could be the next step in 'levelling-up' the economy.
How to protect your healthcare organisation from ransomware attacks
Joe Robertson, EMEA Field CISO at Fortinet, explores how ransomware attacks are increasing in healthcare and what organisations can do to protect themselves.
What do we know about fake clicks on Facebook?
Suzanne Trainer, Head of Marketing at Beacon, explains what fake clicks are, why most ad fraud committed on Facebook is click related and provides possible solutions for companies who find themselves falling victim to ad fraud on the social platform.
Closing the gap between policy design and delivery
Natalie Taylor, Managing Director, Public Sector, Foundry4, discusses how government can bring more digital voices into policy teams to close the gap between those designing policy and those delivering it.
World Youth Skills Day: How has the pandemic affected the future of the tech...
In recognition of World Youth Skills Day, a group of technology industry leaders discuss the impact of the pandemic on young people, and in particular what this is going to hold for the future of the technology industry.
UK says COVID vaccine mandatory for care home workers
The UK House of Commons voted to make COVID vaccination mandatory for care home workers, who will need two doses to continue working from October.
How to stop your staff exodus post lockdown
Lynne Hardman, CEO, Working Transitions, advises companies on how to stop their staff exodus post lockdown. Read more at Open Access Government.
Scientists link moderate alcohol use to higher cancer risk
A World Health Organisation (WHO) study finds a link between moderate alcohol use and higher cancer risks - including in people who had up to two drinks a day.
Proactive measures to secure utilities
Theresa Lanowitz, director, AT&T Cybersecurity, explores the threat of ransomware against utility companies and how they can protect themselves using an offensive cybersecurity strategy.
Open-source software as a force for good in local government
Will Huggins, CEO of Zoocha Ltd, explains why open-source software is emerging as a digital transformation enabler in local government.
Study finds one in four LGBTQ youth identify as non-binary
According to data from The Trevor Project, one in four LGBTQ youth in the US identify as non-binary - with the majority reporting that they use they/them pronouns.
Delivering modern and efficient integrated digital services
Rachel Felix, Digital Programme Manager, Chesterfield Borough Council, explores how to deliver modern and efficient integrated digital services.