A new framework managed by NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) has been launched, to focus on pre and post appointment communications technology. The Patient/Citizen Communications and Engagement Solutions framework replaces the Communications, Appointments, Reminders & Alert agreement in place, aiming to support NHS organisations with digital tools to improve pathways, […]
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Market engagement launches for GP cloud telephony
NHSX has opened a market engagement process for GP cloud telephony solutions for NHS organisations. Published 8 December, taking the form of a survey, the body is seeking to hear from interested suppliers to inform a national strategy and framework for cloud telephony in primary care. The information notice states […]
NHSX market engagement opens for dental services tech
NHSX has opened a market engagement exercise to develop an understanding of the possible solutions available to dental services. The information gathering process, in the form of a questionnaire, is seeking to understand the current maturity of suppliers in the market and the ability to meet the digital capabilities of NHSX’s […]
Scotland publishes refreshed digital strategy and plans new data strategy
NHS Scotland has refreshed its digital strategy, with a renewed focus on digital inclusion being at the heart of its plans. The strategy has been updated in line with a recent refresh of the overall Digital Strategy for Scotland, which details how the country’s services and public can ‘adapt to change’ […]
Oracle acquires Cerner for $28.3 billion
Oracle Corporation, an enterprise software giant, has announced the acquisition of Cerner through an all-cash offer for $95.00 per share, approximately $28.3 billion in equity value. The duo made the joint announcement today, with the transaction expected to close in 2022. In the press announcement, Oracle said the deal will […]
Joined Up Care Derbyshire ICS publishes digital and data strategy
Joined Up Care Derbyshire Integrated Care System (ICS), has published its digital and data strategy, outlining its vision and priorities for the region. The strategy has been produced as part of the ICSs ambition to be digital by default, moving from a “traditional reactive system to a proactive approach of working […]
HTN Now 2022 dates announced
Following a successful year where we have welcomed over 100 speakers, and tens of thousands of viewers, we’re delighted to announce the dates for HTN Now 2022! The online-event series, now in its fifth year, welcomes teams from across the country to share their work, learnings and approaches, providing practical […]
National analysis into telecare across Wales published
A new report into telecare services across Wales has been published, which outlines service levels, costs and future plans for councils across the area. Commissioned by TEC Cymru, a programme responsible for technology enabled care in Wales, and supported by NHS Wales, the aim was to conduct in-depth analysis into […]
UK Health Data Alliance publishes principles for forming Trusted Research Environments
The UK Health Data Alliance has published its principles and best practices for forming Trusted Research Environments (TRE), setting out an approach for data access for health research. The paper, entitled: ‘Building Trusted Research Environments – Principles and Best Practices; Towards TRE ecosystems’ outlines five principles to follow, each with itemised best practices. […]
Research study explores use of AI chatbots for health conditions
Researchers from the University of Westminster, with support from University College London (UCL), have published a new paper that explores the use of chatbots and virtual assistants for health conditions. The paper – entitled ‘Health chatbots acceptability moderated by perceived stigma and severity: a cross-sectional survey’ was published 8 December in […]
