Movers and Shakers news roundup
6 February 2026
This roundup features two big departures from NHS England and the appointment of a chief executive of the Health Data Research Service.
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ORCHA and NIA partner to fast-track digital health solutions
5 February 2026
ORCHA is working with the NHS Innovation Accelerator (NIA) to fast-track digital health solutions ahead of confirmation into the programme.
Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ā
5 February 2026
A call for more patient self management and numerous tech upgrade programmes are featured in today’s Coffee Briefing.
NICE recommends paperclip-sized sensor to monitor heart failure
5 February 2026
A wireless sensor the size of a paperclip could transform care for people living with chronic heart failure, according to NICE.
Three more NHS CEOs confirmed as Rewired 2026 speakers
4 February 2026
A further three NHS chief executives have been confirmed as speakers at Rewired 2026, which takes place on 24-25 March at The NEC Birmingham.
AI stethoscope study published in The Lancet
4 February 2026
A study has been published in The Lancet after it found that an AI stethoscope detects serious heart conditions faster in primary care.
Patients to sign up for trials via NHS App under new Cancer Plan
4 February 2026
Patients will be able to take part in clinical trials through the NHS App, as part of the governmentās National Cancer Plan.
10-year national plan to tackle cancer features increased use of AI
4 February 2022
The UK government has unveiled a 10-year national plan to tackle cancer which includes an
Industry news in brief
4 February 2022
The Digital Health industry news round-up brings you news of a smartphone test for cardiovascular
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust to launch a Covid-19 virtual ward
3 February 2022
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is aiming to deliver a Covid-19 virtual ward service
Digital Health Unplugged podcast to make long-awaited return
3 February 2022
Our Digital Health Unplugged podcast is set to return this February with brand new episodes
System C prepares for nationwide launch of an ICS ready EPR
2 February 2022
System C is preparing for the nationwide launch of an ICS ready EPR in February
