TPP announces collaboration with Clinical Practice Research Datalink
The service collects de-identified patient data from GP practices across the UK for public health research and is endorsed by NHS England.
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Digital system to be piloted to help crack down on prescription fraud
Though the NHS Business Authority runs random checks, it is estimated that prescription fraud costs the NHS in England an estimated £256m a year.
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GOSH’s DRIVE unit to receive £1m from NHS Digital to get started
NHS Digital has described the multi-partner project as a ‘hot-bed’ for healthcare technology exploration as well as being a ‘launchpad’ for concepts.
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Faculty of Clinical Informatics backs Rewired
The FCI joins BCS Health and Care, the Royal College of Physicians Health Informatics Unit, and others as partners on Rewired.
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Virtual assistant tool launched to help with anxiety
Launched for both Amazon Alexa and Google Home, Mindscape, supports people suffering from panic attacks or struggling with anxiety.
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South Central Ambulance Service to be kitted out with mobile devices
Community first responders will also have access to a bespoke app which allows them to report if they are available to respond to an incident.
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East and North Herts could face £7m bill to fix Lorenzo issue
A ‘serious incident’ in July 2018 when the trust discovered ‘a significant number’ of discharge summaries were not being sent after Lorenzo was implemented.
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GOSH looks to DRIVE healthcare technology forward
The hospital has launched a new informatics hub which aims to revolutionise clinical practice and enhance the patient experience,
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AXA advances its health offering with virtual doctor service
Customers will have easy access to primary care via Advance’s medical doctors, which are located in eight main hubs around the world.
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