NHSX has launched a Clinical Communications Procurement Framework to support NHS organisations adopt clinical facing communication and tasks management tools. The framework is an agreement between the government and suppliers to ensure a quicker process than individual procurement contracts. At time of writing 25 suppliers are part of the framework to […]
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Immersive technologies to support healthcare training
A consortium called Resilient XR, along with advisors from Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust and Health Education England are utilising mixed reality technologies as part an online education programme. The Resilient XR consortium is made up of Microsoft, volumetric production studio Dimension, digital technology innovation centre Digital Catapult, content distribution platform […]
Mental health data live on Great North Care Record
Mental health data from Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust is now connected to the Great North Care Record. The Health Information Exchange (HIE) allows authorised health and care staff to view patient information that is held in different clinical systems across the North East and North Cumbria. […]
PUBLIC launches latest accelerator programme
Venture firm PUBLIC has launched its GovStart 2020 accelerator programme, searching for innovators working in health tech, transport and workforce related tech. The growth programme will support health tech startups for 6 months, supporting them to penetrate the market and provide tailored support to develop and execute their strategy. The […]
RIVIAM awarded Innovate UK funding to enhance social prescribing platform
Innovate UK has awarded RIVIAM £48,450 in funding to support further development of its new social prescribing platform. The platform is currently being used in Bath and North East Somerset (BaNES) by Virgin Care, BaNES Council and third sector organisations, including Age UK BaNES, Citizens Advice BaNES and Bath Mind. […]
PHE publishes new data tool looking at the wider impacts of COVID-19 on health
Public Health England has published a new data tool looking at the wider impacts of COVID-19 on health. The tool focuses on a range of topics from alcohol consumption to physical activity and mental wellbeing. The data highlights how lives and habits have changed during the pandemic. The resource was […]
COVID-19 test results now visible in GP systems
NHS Digital has announced that COVID-19 test results are now being automatically sent to GP systems. It applies to all tests booked using nhs.uk/coronavirus or gov.uk portals for tests carried out at testing centres or with at-home testing kits. The service is using EMIS Health’s Keystone product to deliver the […]
DXC to sell healthcare business to Dedalus Group for £413m
Dedalus Group, an Italy-based healthcare software provider, has announced that it has reached a binding agreement for the acquisition of the healthcare division of DXC Technology. Founded in Florence in 1982, Dedalus Group is a leading healthcare and diagnostic software provider, employing over 5,500 people. Dedalus Group is 75% owned by […]
Epipole secures £1.5 million investment
A video retinal imaging device, from Epipole, has raised £1.5 million in funding to market its solution. The patented technology enables clinicians to scan the retina using real-time video and then extract high quality images for further examination. The small, hand held device, is said to be ideal for diseases such […]
HTN and NHSX Blueprinting Team partner
HTN is pleased to announce we will be collaborating with the NHSX Blueprinting Team as part of the HTN Awards 2020, sponsored by CCube Solutions. The awards, now in the fourth year, help to share, recognise and highlight projects, teams, innovations and partnerships from across health and care that have […]
