Hancock calls for more genomic counsellors to explain DNA technology
Speaking at The Royal Society event today, Matt Hancock’s call for more counsellors will form part of the National Genomics Healthcare Strategy.
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Hancock says the ‘tide of technology should be embraced’
The health secretary also said NHSX will be “a brand new, specialist bridge between the worlds of healthcare and technology”.
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Just one week to go until Digital Health Rewired
There are just seven days left until the London event where delegates can hear from the likes of Matt Hancock, Ali Parsa and Dr Ben Goldacre.
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Pharmacy saves time thanks to e-monitoring system for prescriptions
The Day Lewis pharmacy has said it now spends 20 minutes a week instead of an hour auditing controlled drugs prescriptions.
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Movers and shakers news round-up
Healthcare industry movers this month include appointments at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and the Integrated Care System (ICS) for Nottinghamshire.
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Richard Corbridge to leave Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Digital Health News understands Corbridge, who joined Leeds in 2017, is joining Walgreens Boots Alliance as its global director of innovation.
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Fiona Caldicott appointed first statutory National Data Guardian for health
Dame Caldicott was appointed national data guardian for health in 2014 to ensure the public can trust their health data is used appropriately.
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Digital Health Rewired Pitchfest start-up short-list announced
The final 16 range from companies at pre-funding and very early stage, through to more mature digital health firms with established products.
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Royal United Hospitals Bath selects Genesis for supplies solution
Genesis has been chosen to provide an inventory management and point of care solution that can help the RUH track demand for and consumption of its stock.
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