Delivering virtual wards described as the ‘right thing to do’
The ConfedExpo audience were treated to a session on virtual wards as panelists gave their top tips for delivering them in what is the “most fun job” to do.
Digital Patient
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Government publishes final data strategy for healthcare
A new strategy has been launched by the government to drive transformation in health and care by reshaping the way data is used.
AI and Analytics
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Newcastle Hospitals renews partnership with Health Call
Newcastle Hospitals has renewed its contract with Health Call and will gain over 60 digital tools over the course of three years,
Clinical Software
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Find your NHS Number online service used 4.6million times in first year
The online Find your NHS Number service which enables people to search for their NHS number was used 4.6million times in its first year.
Digital Patient 1
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NHS App saving around 22,000 patient car journeys every month
New analysis carried out by NHS Digital has found that the NHS App is saving an average of 22,000 car journeys to GP practices every month.
Digital Patient
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ORCHA and NHS Digital among winners at Women in IT awards
Liz Ashall-Payne of ORCHA and Susie Day of NHS Digital were among the women recognised for their work in the health technology industry.
Digital Patient
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Sajid Javid to unveil his new vision for NHS reform
Sajid Javid is due to announce a new vision for NHS reform, including an increased role for the NHS App and targets for electronic patient records.
Digital Patient
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NHS App celebrates turning three with 22million users
The NHS App was launched in December 2018 and now boasts 22million registered users – many of whom joined when the NHS Covid Pass was added to the app.
Digital Patient
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NHS Digital’s Prof Jonathan Benger awarded CBE for ‘services to the NHS’
NHS Digital’s Professor Jonathan Benger has been awarded a Commander of the British Empire (CBE) in the New Year’s Honours List for ‘services to the NHS’.
News 4
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