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Strategic partnership announced to expand deployment of AI
TORTUS, whose Ambient Voice Technology (AVT) was described as a "game changer" by Health Secretary Wes Streeting in a recent government announcement, has confirmed a strategic partnership with X-on Health, the largest primary care telephony provider in the UK, serving over 3,500 GP surgeries.
Winners announced at prestigious Healthcare Business Awards Ceremony
The Medilink North of England Healthcare Business Awards 2025 returned to Manchester to celebrate excellence and innovation in the healthcare sector.
AI skin cancer detection system gets green light for conditional NHS use
An artificial intelligence system for potential skin cancer has been conditionally recommended for use in the NHS for the next three years while further evidence is collected.
Government rolls out extra scanners for osteoporosis detection
The Government has pledged to deliver 29,000 extra bone scans through the roll out of new scanning technology, to help with earlier diagnosis of illnesses such as osteoporosis.
New NHS programme to reduce brain injury in childbirth
Expectant mothers will receive safer maternity care as a new NHS programme to help prevent brain injury during childbirth is rolled out across the country.
Chiesi partners with Wirral Primary Care Collaborative to advance early detection of undiagnosed COPD
Chiesi UK and Ireland and Wirral Primary Care Collaborative (WPCC) have announced the launch of COMET (COPD Targeted Management, Early Intervention and Treatment), aimed at improving early diagnosis and management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) in the Wirral area.
London-based healthtech Hexarad named as one of the UK’s most high-impact tech scaleups
London-based health technology company Hexarad was announced as one of the UK’s most exciting tech scale-ups by Prime Minister Keir Starmer at an event at 10 Downing Street on 7 May 2025.
AfPP celebrates the vital role of perioperative practitioners for International Nurses Day and National ODP Day
The Association for Perioperative Practice (AfPP) is proud to honour two cornerstone events in the perioperative calendar; International Nurses Day on Monday May 12th and National Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) Day on Wednesday May 14th - celebrating the extraordinary contribution of theatre nurses and ODPs across the UK.
HIV drugs offer ‘substantial’ Alzheimer’s protection, new research indicates
UVA Health scientists are calling for clinical trials testing the potential of HIV drugs called NRTIs to prevent Alzheimer’s disease after discovering that patients taking the drugs are substantially less likely to develop the condition.
Jobs and services on the line as NHS budget squeeze bites
NHS Trusts are determined to protect patient safety as a new survey by NHS Providers reveals services are being scaled back and jobs cut as the demands of the NHS financial 'reset' become clear.
Effective hand hygiene saves lives
On this year’s World Hand Hygiene Day, ARKA Medical joined the World Health Organization (WHO) and global healthcare stakeholders in championing the simple yet powerful act that saves lives: effective hand hygiene.
Sodexo selected as strategic supplier to the NHS under new national SSRM programme
Sodexo Health & Care has been appointed as one of only 15 strategic suppliers to the NHS, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), and wider health organisations, as part of the newly launched National Strategic Supplier Relationship Management (SSRM) programme.
MedTech companies Paxman and Dignitana announce merger
The merger leverages Paxman's leading position in scalp cooling and combines the strengths of both organizations to drive innovation and expand their global reach, particularly in the United States where the mechanised scalp cooling footprint will grow from 600 to 900 sites.
Researchers map 7,000-year-old genetic mutation that protects against HIV
Modern HIV medicine is based on a common genetic mutation. Now, researchers have traced where and when the mutation arose – and how it protected our ancestors from ancient diseases.
GP surgery refurbs to enable over 8 million more appointments
Backed by the government’s major cash injection of over £102 million, over 1,000 GP surgeries will receive vital funding to create additional space to see more patients, boost productivity and improve patient care.
Health inequalities persist in infectious disease admissions
As part of its commitment to achieving equitable health security outcomes, the UK Health Security Agency has published comprehensive new data, which shows there are stark social divides in infectious disease admission rates.
Resistance emerges to newest antibiotic
A new study published by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows that some bacteria have already become resistant to one of the newest antibiotics introduced to the NHS.
New endometriosis pill on the NHS could benefit more than 1,000 women a year
A new daily pill for endometriosis has been approved for use on the NHS and could help over a thousand women in England every year manage the symptoms of the debilitating condition.
Long-term survival rates of some Acute Myeloid Leukaemia patients could double with sensitive bone marrow test
A highly sensitive bone marrow test could double survival rates for some groups of younger adults with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia.
Hale House Opens as New HealthTech innovation Hub in Harley Street Health District
Developed by The Howard de Walden Estate and operated in partnership with Spacemade, Hale House is set to position the Harley Street Health District as a leading cluster for Health innovation.
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