Bringing the right care at the right time during Covid-19
Chris Sawyer from Innovate UK discusses innovators who’ve helped strengthen the health service and bring the right care at the right time during Covid.
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Cera hits 10 million healthcare visits during Covid pandemic
Cera said early on it spotted the need to support certain cohorts in their own homes during the pandemic and scaled its operation through technology.
Digital Patient
GCHQ powers to access NHS IT systems is extended
The powers allow GCHQ to request information held by or on behalf of the NHS for the purpose of “supporting and maintaining security”.
Cyber Security
Government reveals NHS Covid-19 app self-isolation changes
The government has announced the sectors where workers may qualify for an exemption to self-isolation rules if they are pinged by the NHS Covid-19 app.
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Chelsea and Westminster launch Acute Covid app for NHS staff
An app which supports NHS staff redeployed to care for Covid patients has been launched by Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Clinical Software
Government launches Covid Pass Verifier app for businesses
An app has been launched by the government to provide a fast and secure way for people to demonstrate their Covid pass is valid.
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Livi becomes first online GP provider rated ‘outstanding’ by CQC
Following a comprehensive inspection by the regulator, Livi was awarded an ‘outstanding’ rating in two out of five category questions.
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Halifax care home keeps Covid-free thanks to nurse call technology
A nursing home in Halifax has credited its innovative nurse call technology for keeping it Covid-free since the virus first hit the UK.
Digital Patient
Digital mental health support extends across North West London
The North West London Mental Health Collaborative is offering a new digital mental health service to those aged 11-25 across all North West London boroughs.
Digital Patient
NHS App reaches over 6m users following Covid-19 vaccine status launch
The inclusion of the Covid-19 vaccination status on the NHS app on 17 May has helped add an additional two million new users to the service.
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