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Gaza children arrive in UK to receive specialist NHS medical care

A group of severely ill children from Gaza has been evacuated and brought to the UK with their families for urgent specialist NHS treatment.

In-person GP appointments linked to increased patient satisfaction

New research from the University of Manchester shows that face-to-face GP appointments lead to higher patient satisfaction compared to those relying on telephone consultations and non-GP staff.

Seamless data, smarter care: The interoperability-driven NHS transformation

Jonty Fletcher from Synertec explores the critical role of interoperability in the NHS’s digital transformation efforts, highlighting that seamless communication between different digital systems is essential for enhancing smarter care for patients.

UK Government funds research to help people with dementia live independently

The UK Government has announced its support of new research that will help support those living with dementia, a condition that can severely impact memory, communication, and daily living.

Public sector collaborations as a cornerstone for innovation

As digital advancements enhance information sharing and remote work, organisations need to collaborate to tackle complex challenges. Stephen Ferry from the IEG Group highlights the benefits of public sector collaboration based on a recent project centred on their Digital Continuing Healthcare (CHC) solution.

Transforming NHS trusts: SMS Technology’s solutions for efficiency, compliance, and patient safety

NHS trusts are under increasing pressure to improve operational efficiency, comply with regulations, and enhance patient safety in the face of resource constraints. SMS Technology provides solutions aimed at addressing these challenges.

NHS to offer life-changing MS treatment at home

Thousands of patients in England with multiple sclerosis (MS) are expected to benefit from the new treatment. This comes after the NHS becomes the first healthcare system in Europe to roll out a "take at home" tablet for individuals with active disease.

Keir Starmer announces abolition of NHS England to cut bureaucracy and focus on patient care

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to abolish NHS England, hoping to cut down on unnecessary bureaucracy and bring the health service back under central government control.

Is ‘anonymisation’ enough to share NHS patient data safely?

The UK government's AI action plan uses public sector data, including anonymised NHS patient information, to drive innovation while addressing crucial data security and Privacy concerns.

UK launches genomic surveillance program to combat hepatitis C and enhance treatment strategies

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has recently launched a genomic surveillance programme to monitor the hepatitis C virus (HCV) and its response to treatment.

New DNA sequencing technology speeds up infection diagnosis in UK hospitals

A new collaboration between the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and Barts Health NHS Trust has led to introduction a new DNA sequencing technology that will diagnose bacterial infections quicker and accurately in hospitals across the UK.

Cross-departmental collaboration and digital treatments can help get Britain working

The Health Secretary, Wes Streeting’s, call for a “new relationship” between the Department of Health and Social Care and NHS England is an opportunity for more effective collaboration.

NHS faces potential funding shortfall without major productivity boost

A new analysis from the Health Foundation has revealed concerns over the future funding needs of NHS England with warnings of a potential shortfall unless the health service can significantly boost its productivity in the coming years.

Whitepaper: Emerging tech and scalable EPR: Driving NHS digital transformation in 2025

In 2025 the NHS faces a pivotal year in its digital transformation journey, guided by ambitious national policies and propelled by new technologies.

AI tool revolutionises elderly care, preventing thousands of falls

A new artificial intelligence tool is now being used in the NHS as a solution to prevent falls among elderly patients and reduce hospital admissions.

New GP contract reforms aim to fix NHS access and bring back the family doctor

The government has come to a new agreement with the British Medical Association (BMA) to reform the General Practitioner (GP) contract, improving access to healthcare and restoring the family doctor model.

NHS breast cancer screening campaign gains an impressive amount of engagement

After the NHS announced the launch of their first ever breast cancer screening campaign, tens of thousands of women have been accessing vital advice on attending mammograms.

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