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World-first AI system launched to detect NHS patient safety risks

A groundbreaking AI system has been developed to identify patient safety concerns across the NHS, aiming to prevent harm and improve care outcomes through early intervention.

28 NHS hospitals to receive advanced radiotherapy technology

New radiotherapy machines will cut waiting times and help 4,500 more patients get cancer treatment faster.

NHS England launches cyber security charter to safeguard health sector

NHS England has introduced a Cyber Security Charter, hopefully improving the digital safety and resilience of the health service’s supply chain.

Integrated care systems: Moving from a silo to systems model of health and care in England

Integrated care systems are tackling health inequalities and improving health outcomes by integrating services and cross-sector partnerships. Hashum Mahmood, senior policy adviser for population health at NHS Confederation, shares how.

NHS England abolition leaves patients and staff facing uncertain future, PAC warns

Public Accounts Committee (PAC) raises concerns over NHS England abolition and its impact on patients and staff.

Mental health care failings putting patients at continued risk warns HSSIB

A new HSSIB report highlights ongoing failures to act on safety recommendations, with repeated issues across inpatient mental health care services.

NHS system is failing people with mental illness and substance use disorder, says RCPsych

A new report from the Royal College of Psychiatrists warns that people with substance use disorder and another mental illness (CoSUM) are being failed by a system that is not equipped to meet their complex needs

UK Government to roll out NHS ‘Avoiding Brain Injury in Childbirth’ programme

Expectant mothers are set to receive safer maternity care as the NHS prepares to roll out a new programme aimed at preventing brain injuries in childbirth.

Thousands in mental health crisis face days-long waits in A&E, RCN warns

The Royal College of Nursing is calling on the UK Government to invest in nursing to support patients experiencing a mental health crisis.

Mental health crisis: The urgent need for human care

The UK is facing a deepening mental health crisis, with rising demand, long waiting times, and growing concerns over the use of AI as a stopgap solution.

Progress on expanding maternal mental health services at risk, warns Royal College of Psychiatrists

New analysis from the Royal College of Psychiatrists (RCPsych) finds that almost two-thirds of Integrated Care Boards in England planned real-terms cuts to funding for perinatal mental health services in 2024-2025.

UK Government pledges 29,000 extra bone scans to improve osteoporosis care

NHS England will benefit from 13 new DEXA scanners to support osteoporosis and provide 29,000 extra scans.

World’s first low-carbon Trixeo Aerosphere approved by MHRA

Next-generation Trixeo Aerosphere propellant offers a 99.9% reduction in Global Warming Potential compared to current propellant.

New algorithms help GPs predict patients with undiagnosed cancer

Two advanced predictive algorithms can help accurately predict a patient's chances of having undiagnosed cancer.

World-first AI pilot trained on de-identified NHS data from 57 million patients

Researchers at UCL and King's College London are training an artificial intelligence (AI) on a set of NHS data for 57 million people in England.

Gene therapy could extend the lives of children with rare immune disorder

An investigational gene therapy has restored immune function in all nine children with severe leukocyte adhesion deficiency-I, a rare immune disorder.

New daily endometriosis pill approved for NHS use

A new endometriosis pill could help over 1,000 women manage their symptoms of the condition.

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