Three suppliers chosen to supply GP IT software in Scotland
EMIS Health, Microtest and Vision are tasked with developing an IT Managed Services Framework to meet the needs of Scottish GPs.
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Data from implantable devices to predict heart failure risk in Manchester
The project will collate data from the devices of 1,000 heart failure patients to better spot the signs of heart problems and improve patient outcomes.
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Artificial intelligence ‘won’t solve all healthcare problems’, new report warns
AI in every day life is “in its infancy” and has a long way to go in the health and social care sector, the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges report found.
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NHS Highland launches VR headsets to help patients prep for MRI scans
Patients will be given a virtual MRI experience using virtual reality headsets in a bid to reduce the number of scans that need to be delayed or re-done.
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NHS Digital offers £1m funding for digital social care projects
Ten authorities will receive up to £30,000 to design a digital solution to address specific issues within their service.
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GDE Wirral Hospital recognised for innovation and technology use
The programme recognised Wirral Hospital for effectively using technology to deliver high quality care, through projects like its electronic records.
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Digital outreach programme boosts health of homeless people in Hastings
So far the programme has helped 122 homeless people by using technology to improve how outreach workers respond to their healthcare needs.
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CQC appoints first executive level chief digital officer
The CQC has previously had a joint chief digital officer with NHSI, but Mark Sutton’s appointment is the first executive role.
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NICE recommends digital CBT for young people with mild depression
NICE believes digital services could mean children will avoid lengthy delays in care and also help reduce pressures on the NHS.
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Video triage system developed by Kingston University
The 5G-enabled system will provide live footage of patients being transported to hospital, enabling clinicians to make life-saving decisions about care.
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