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14 October 2016

Google Deepmind recruits government health tech managers

13 October 2016

Google’s AI research lab is growing its health IT team as its partners with more NHS trusts.

Software ‘freeze’ after network failure at St George’s

12 October 2016

The south London trust is in stabilisation and recovery mode after an IT crash exposes infrastructure risks.

Brexit timescale means NHS should plan for EU data laws

12 October 2016

Prime Minister Theresa May’s clarification of the Brexit timetable makes it increasingly likely that the NHS will need to comply with EU data laws that carry a 20 million Euro fine for breaches.

NHS 24 IT system now four years late and 73% over budget

12 October 2016

The costs of introducing a new computer system to Scottish helpline NHS 24 have now risen to 73% more than was originally budgeted, according to the country’s official auditors.

Camera tech to replace pulse oximeter clip trialled in Fife

11 October 2016

A method of detecting blood oxygen levels and pulse that swaps a traditional pulse oximeter clip for camera technology is to be given a six month trial at one of the main hospitals in Fife.

Wales invests £11 million in NHS devices and security

11 October 2016

A multi-million pound government funding package for the NHS Wales’ IT systems and infrastructure has launched by Welsh health secretary, Vaughan Gething.