Mental health trust trials new AI-powered chatbot
3 October 2017
The Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust has partnered with London HR analytics startup Saberr to pilot its latest bot.
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West Herts tenders for a new cancer information system
3 October 2017
The Macmillan Cancer Information Centre is currently using Chameleon IMS which it deployed back in 2009. The contract due to expire in March next year.
Online clinic reactivated following Care Quality Commission suspension
2 October 2017
HR Healthcare Ltd, which was suspended by the Care Quality Commission for failing to comply with standards, is operating again after passing inspection.
NHS Digital directed to replace type two opt-outs
29 September 2017
NHS Digital will replace the type 2 opt-outs with its National Data Opt-Out Programme, board papers have confirmed, with all type 2 holders to be contacted.
Industry news in brief
29 September 2017
Industry nibs include nominated trusts in the running for best global digital exemplar, major contract deals and what NHS trusts spend per day on PCs.
Cerner “lowered prices, rather a lot,” to get into GDE “game”
28 September 2017
One of the most experienced and highly regarded NHS CIOs has said Cerner significantly dropped its prices to win new business through the GDE programme.
Pre-surgery device helps patients combat stress at a London hospital
28 September 2017
A London hospital recently trialed a new digital health device assisting patients to manage their stress and anxiety before surgery.
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
NHS England recruiting for CDIO of online hospital trust
22 June 2026
NHS England is recruiting for a chief digital information officer (CDIO) for its new online
Powys Teaching Health Board goes live with Better ePMA
22 June 2026
Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) has gone live an electronic prescribing and medicines administration (ePMA)
Essex Partnership digital tool improves leg wound and ulcer care
19 June 2026
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust has introduced a digital tool to improve care for
