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NHS App reaches over 6m users following Covid-19 vaccine status launch

19 June 2021

The inclusion of the Covid-19 vaccination status on the NHS app on 17 May has helped add an additional two million new users to the service.

AI to improve stroke care at Barking, Havering and Redbridge

18 June 2021

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust is improving its response to stroke care with the launch of new software which uses AI.

NHS Test and Trace bolsters cyber security with Risk Ledger

18 June 2021

The British cyber security company will manage security risks in the Test and Trace supply chain as part of a proactive measure to mitigate cyber threats.

Industry news in brief

18 June 2021

This Digital Health News industry round-up covers acquisitions for Tunstall Health and Agilio, software to support long Covid patients and the Bleepa app.

Chief nurse pledges £52m for online maternity records

17 June 2021

The provision of online maternity records across England will be overseen by the first national digital midwife, it was announced today.

Patient care improved through e-recording of vital signs at Aneurin Bevan

17 June 2021

Seven hospital sites from the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board have gone live with electronic observations in a bid to improve patient care.

Google Health VP talks combing consumer tech with clinical needs

17 June 2021

Speaking at the NHS Confed Conference Dr David Feinberg spoke of the tech giant’s plans to “close the gap” between consumers and healthcare professionals.