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The NHS’s new AI-driven approach to reduce A&E strain

NHS is trying to fight the current strain on emergency departments by using new approaches, including artificial intelligence (AI), to identify patients most likely to use emergency services frequently.

NHS Digital in Flux: Assessing digital health and the true magnitude of change

As the NHS endeavours to harness digital tools and use health data to improve services, Sam Shah, Chief Medical Strategy Officer at Numan, considers the hurdles that need to be overcome to achieve this digital transformation.

NHS waiting lists could reach 8 million by summer 2024

According to modelling work from the Health Foundation charity, the NHS waiting lists may exceed eight million by next summer, even if doctor strikes stop.

The NHS workforce plan: Bridging the social care gap

The NHS has unveiled its comprehensive long-term workforce plan, outlining a strategic path to strengthen the healthcare workforce through innovative training.

17,000 patients avoid unnecessary hospital visits in Scotland thanks to tech

Health Boards in Scotland are implementing innovative technologies to enhance communication among GPs and paramedics, transforming hospital visits.

Funding digital transformation: The imperative need for NHS investment

NHS investment in digital transformation will revolutionise healthcare, harnessing technology's power to enhance patient care and streamline operations.

Why is the NHS student dropout rate rising and what needs to change?

The training process at the NHS is experiencing significant issues, with a substantial number of students discontinuing their university education and a concerning rate of staff departing shortly after completing their studies.

Agency staff expenditure within the NHS and beyond

Growing pressure on the NHS is leading to increased reliability on agency staff for support, but this is bringing its own challenges.

NHS England patients face up to 2.5-Year wait for MRI scans

Data reveals shockingly long waiting periods for diagnostic procedures, including ultrasounds, MRI scans and CT scans. But why is the wait for MRI scans and other tests increasing?

Shedding a light onto Alzheimer’s disease awareness

Every year, the 21st of September is dedicated to raising awareness for Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, so today, we look at...

£200 million for NHS resilience amid water quality decline

The UK government commits £200 million to reinforce NHS resilience, ensuring swift patient care during the challenging winter.

Mental health referrals for young people hits record high

Analysis of NHS data by the mental health charity Young Minds has discovered that the number of mental health referrals and children in mental health crisis is at an all-time high.

£250 million boosts NHS capacity with 900 new beds

In line with the Urgent and Emergency Care Recovery Plan, £250 million is designated to bolster NHS capacity, easing hospital strain and tackling waiting lists, a government priority.

Ransomware targeting the NHS: securing data and saving lives

Being a vital public service and large employer, the NHS must protect the sensitive data of millions. Complex IT systems increase vulnerability to cybercriminals, including ransomware targeting the NHS.

How can AI oncology diagnostics help the NHS?

DeepMed has developed an AI oncology diagnostics system, DeepPathTM - LYDIA, to assist histopathologists in performing lymph node metastasis detection quickly and accurately.

LGI Innovation Pop Up: Inspiring data-driven digital hospitals

As Chief Scientific Officer at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Professor David Brettle, is responsible for delivering transformational healthcare technologies to ensure staff can work effectively in data-driven, digital hospitals.

The role of technology in the NHS Long-Term workforce plan

The new NHS Long-Term Workforce Plan on Friday, 30th June, by Rishi Sunak, outlined a roadmap called "Train-Retain-Reform".

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