Trial of machine learning tool to manage Covid-19 pressure launched
20 April 2020
The machine learning tool is designed to help hospitals predict how many patients need an ICU bed and how many require ventilators.
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Boots extends partnership with LIVI as it looks to expand digital offering
17 April 2020
Boots has chosen online GP provider, LIVI, as its preferred partner as the retailer looks to expand its digital offering for customers.
NHSX staff warned about conflicts of interest during Covid-19 crisis
17 April 2020
An email sent to NHSX staff said the organisation needs to “carefully manage” the challenges that arise from working with private contractors.
Industry news in brief
17 April 2020
This month’s industry round-up features news that Oxford VR has launched a social engagement programme aimed at reducing anxious social avoidance.
Apple and Google join forces in fight against Covid-19
16 April 2020
The companies will create contact tracing technology to enable the use of Bluetooth to help governments and health authorities track Covid-19.
DrDoctor launches free Covid-19 toolkit for NHS Trusts
16 April 2020
DrDoctor has launched a free Covid-19 toolkit, which includes videio consultations and a digital symptom assessment tracker for NHS trusts.
Walsall Healthcare responds to Covid-19 with online consultations
16 April 2020
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust has implemented online consultation software in response to the Covid-19 pandemic in a bid to make sure people stay at home.
National NHS leaders join Summer Schools 2026 speaker line-up
24 June 2026
Three national NHS leaders shaping the future of digital health have been confirmed for Summer
University Hospitals Sussex signs EPR contract with Alcidion
24 June 2026
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust has signed a contract with Alcidion to deliver an
Manchester Met wins funding to boost AI health innovation
23 June 2026
Manchester Metropolitan University will promote AI for business and the development of wearable health technologies
Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing ☕
23 June 2026
Today’s briefing features research into growing distrust in healthcare AI and a partnership between the
FDP ‘here to stay’ says Patel as Palantir contract faces review
23 June 2026
Nirav Patel, head of demand and delivery for the NHS FDP, has said the platform
