The latest health and social care news and a look at research and development into the treatment of common and rare diseases alike. We also look at the vital changes being made to help deliver effective healthcare through the digital transformation within the NHS.
Afon Technology, founded by Dr Sabih Chaudhry in 2019, has been a leader in diabetes innovation with its Glucowear™ device, the world’s first non-invasive glucose sensor that continuously monitors blood sugar levels in real-time.
After a year of elections across Europe and beyond, how can governments refocus efforts on embedding digital change into health systems, ask Suzanne Wait and Catherine Whicher from The Health Policy Partnership.
Sian Williams, Senior Policy Adviser for Child Health at the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK), explains the barriers to childhood vaccination and the health consequences of missed immunisations.
The National Pathology Imaging Co-operative (NPIC) at Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust has been awarded £5.1 million by the government to improve its data infrastructure, focusing on improving cancer and disease diagnosis.
Lorna Rothery spoke to Dr Cathy Price, Associate Professor in Pain Management and Vice President of the British Pain Society, about the difficulties in diagnosing, treating, and managing chronic pain.
A study led by researchers from University College London reveals concerning trends in the diets of toddlers and young children in the UK, with findings suggesting that a significant portion of their daily calorie intake comes from ultra-processed foods (UPFs).
High blood pressure is one of the most significant risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Dr Deborah Lee of Dr Fox Online Pharmacy explains how women can protect their heart health.
Recent findings from a global research initiative led by the University of Galway and McMaster University have revealed the impact of beverage choices and stroke risk.
In a study published in the European Heart Journal, researchers reveal that babies conceived through assisted reproductive technology, such as in vitro fertilisation (IVF), face a significantly higher risk of being born with congenital heart defects.
Recently awareness surrounding head injuries and concussions has grown significantly. This has raised concerns and questions about individuals and families.
Natalie Duffield of Inhealthcare discusses the advantages of the company’s virtual wards and advanced remote monitoring technologies in enhancing patient care.
The National Health Service (NHS) is encountering significant obstacles in adopting cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) due to its outdated and inefficient IT infrastructure, according to leading experts.
Adeem Azhar, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Core Prescribing Solutions, explains how the company’s innovative solutions are helping to tackle challenges within primary care and positively support the healthcare workforce.
The recent Lord Darzi review assesses the ongoing crisis in the UK's healthcare system, TechUK responds to the Darzi Review
The review looks at several...
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