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.
Digital Health Unplugged: Cyber security news team debrief
8 November 2022
The news team gather in person for the latest episode of Unplugged to discuss the
Folkestone Hythe and Rural PCN using tech to add extra appointments
7 November 2022
Partnering with EMIS has enabled Folkstone Hythe and Rural PCN to establish a new service
Suppliers invited to bid for ambulance electronic patient record framework
7 November 2022
East of England NHS Collaborative Procurement Hub has launched an invitation to tender to provide
Norfolk and Norwich develop smart app for exercise therapy
4 November 2022
A new app from Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ensuring vascular
Movers and Shakers news roundup
4 November 2022
Our latest Movers and Shakers roundup features Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust, NHS Hampshire and
