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Evaluating the 10-Year Health Plan: Will it turn the tide on current challenges in women’s health?

Dr Ranee Thakar, President of RCOG, emphasises making women’s healthcare a priority in the new 10-Year Health Plan and outlines key questions to assess its impact.

The 10 Year Health Plan: Reimagining the NHS’s digital future

Piyush Mahapatra, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon and chief innovation officer at Open Medical, considers the latest consultation on the future of the NHS and argues that what is needed is not a new vision but a plan for delivery and some radical new thinking on the role of healthcare technology.

Transforming radiotherapy research and treatment through continued innovation

Professor David Sebag-Montefiore outlines the profound impact of radiotherapy research. Through global trials and personalised approaches, innovation advances cancer care. Collaborative efforts ensure patient-centred treatments, paving the way for smarter, kinder therapies and a future of precision oncology.

Digital transformation for trusts: Pushing the NHS digital shift

The NHS is accelerating its digital transformation, driven by government targets and the need for efficiency. Funding gaps, legacy systems, and varying digital literacy pose significant challenges. A phased, people-centric approach to the NHS digital shift is crucial for sustainable change.

The European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform: Finding a sustainable future

Maria Nikolopoulou, a EESC member, argues that the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform is Europe’s best bet for a sustainable future.

Radical building approach needed to make Elective Reform Plan a success

The NHS Elective Reform Plan aims to tackle the 7.5 million waiting list backlog by introducing new surgical hubs and community diagnostic centres (CDCs). This article explores how offsite construction can provide a radical building approach to ensure the plan's success.

Urgent policy needed to combat the forgotten greenhouse gas: Tropospheric ozone

Global air pollution demands urgent action. With toxic smog choking cities worldwide and 99% of the population breathing unsafe air, 2025 must be the year for decisive policy changes. A key, often overlooked, target is tropospheric ozone, a potent greenhouse gas and dangerous pollutant.

Technology trends shaping the public sector in 2025

As we look ahead to 2025, the public sector faces unique challenges and opportunities. With service demands rising and budgets tightening, finding the right balance has never been more crucial.

Greening government commitments ICT annual report 2023 to 2024

What groundbreaking strategies are redefining government technology for sustainability in the 2023-2024 report? Discover the future of environmental stewardship now.

Could you have an iodine deficiency?

Iodine deficiency in the UK is generally accepted as a health problem from the past, but recent research suggests this may not be the...

How synthetic data can facilitate AI adoption in government

Despite challenges in AI adoption within the government, synthetic data has proven to be a game-changing tool that can drive innovation while also safeguarding privacy.

Longer lives and bigger challenges: UK healthcare trends for 2025

In 2024, healthcare systems in the UK and worldwide faced the perfect storm of ageing, demand, and burnout. As we enter 2025, these trends are likely to persist.

CE and the UKCA standards: Finding a common approach for construction products

The UK has decided to continue recognising the CE mark for construction products, easing difficulties for businesses for now. To avoid problems in the future, both sides need to agree on a common way to describe and understand construction products.

AI implementation: Could technology help the overburdened NHS?

With the NHS in dire need of efficiency improvements, AI offers a promising solution, automating administrative tasks and freeing healthcare professionals to focus on patient care. However, responsible AI implementation is paramount, but how and why?

Cybercrime: Assume breach, never trust and always verify

For decades cybercriminals have used tactics such as phishing and malware, but the convergence of two pivotal technologies sparked a dramatic surge in cybercrime.

Why cyber resilience should be a priority for the UK government

The UK's growing reliance on technology has made it a prime target for cyberattacks. As cyber threats increase in sophistication and frequency, cyber resilience has become a critical national priority.

Tackling loneliness through telecare: Supporting vulnerable people in Spain

Abel Delgado, Managing Director of Tunstall Spain, explains the urgency of loneliness as a health problem for the elderly and what other regions can learn from Spain’s proactive and preventative approach, that benefits both physical and mental health.

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