UK medical device testing hits record high driven by brain research
23 February 2026
Clinical investigations of medical devices reached their highest level on record in 2025, according to figures from the MHRA.
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Mind to tackle AI mental health concerns with new commission
23 February 2026
Mind is launching an AI and Mental Health Commission to address concerns about inappropriate and dangerous mental health guidance from AI.
Interim leadership revealed for NHS Frontline Productivity plan
20 February 2026
Exclusive: The interim leadership structure for NHS England’s new Frontline Productivity programme has been revealed.
MHRA consults on indefinite recognition of CE-marked MedTech
20 February 2026
The MHRA has launched a consultation on proposals for indefinite recognition of CE-marked medical devices in Great Britain.
Partnership aims to expand access to Alzheimer’s clinical trials
20 February 2026
A partnership between Re:Cognition Health and Cera is aiming to expand access to Alzheimer’s and neurodegenerative clinical trials.
Imperial College Projects wins contract to evaluate FDP
19 February 2026
Imperial College Projects has been awarded a £700,000 contract by NHS England to evaluate the Federated Data Platform (FDP).
Digital Health Rewired Pitchfest 2026 finalists announced
19 February 2026
Eight of the most exciting digital health start-ups have progressed to the live final of Pitchfest, taking place at Rewired 2026 next month.
King’s College Hospital achieves HIMSS INFRAM stage six
22 April 2026
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust has achieved HIMSS INFRAM stage six, one of only
Carea adds miscarriage support feature to maternal health app
22 April 2026
Carea has launched a digital support tool within its app to provide guidance and mental
‘Postcode lottery’ in robotic surgery access for patients, data shows
21 April 2026
NHS patients in England are facing a “postcode lottery” in access to robotic-assisted surgery, analysis
Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ☕
21 April 2026
Today’s briefing features news about guidelines for AI in social care and funding for a
People want reform of AI regulation in healthcare but not overhaul
21 April 2026
Concerns about safety, oversight and liability are shaping public attitudes to the regulation of AI
