Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing â
24 February 2026
Today’s briefing includes X-on Health’s launch of Omni Consult and a study on simplifying complex medical results for patients using AI.
News
The case for NHS-owned, open software
24 February 2026
In the latest episode, Marcus Baw calls for a rethink of NHS technology strategy, arguing that the service has drifted away from open source.
Partnership embeds primary care data directly into clinical trials
24 February 2026
A partnership between NorthWest eHealth and OneAdvanced is integrating primary care data into clinical trials to make UK research safer.
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.
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.
Birmingham and District use virtual waiting room to maintain patient safety
23 November 2022
Birmingham and District GP Emergency Room was able to keep patients safe when a cyber
Sonrai Analytics secures investment from US firm Eckuity
22 November 2022
Sonrai Analytics has secured funding from Eckuity and plans to use the money to diversify
Ipswich Hospital advances stroke care thanks to tech partnership
22 November 2022
A partnership between Visionable and Brainomix is delivering high-quality stroke care for Ipswich Hospital with
HEE launches VR app for nurses to experience prison healthcare settings
21 November 2022
Health Education England (HEE) has launched an app that uses virtual reality (VR) technology to
Prof Ben Goldacre to be Rewired 2023 keynote
21 November 2022
Renowned doctor, academic, writer and broadcaster, Professor Ben Goldacre, will be returning to Digital Health
