New AI and Digital Healthcare Capability framework for the NHS, £480m patient data platform facing action and more.
Hi, Kevin McDonnell here. Thank you for reading my latest newsletter. Every week I share my round-up of the most interesting stories from the world of Digital Health so you can find the ideas, people, innovations and technologies that are shaping the future of healthcare. I hope you enjoy them! Happy reading!
AI Doesn't Diminish the Humanity of Healthcare; It Amplifies it - There is a common concern among individuals regarding the potential impact of AI technology on the human touch in healthcare. However, the reality is quite the opposite, as AI not only preserves but also enhances the humanity of healthcare.
The role of telehealth startups in healthcare service delivery - The healthcare industry has been witnessing a surge in the participation of startups, especially in telehealth and telemedicine domains. This study examines the existing body of knowledge on telehealth startups, with a focus on their roles, obstacles, revenue models, and avenues for long-term growth and success.
UK government facing legal action over £480m patient data platform - Potential legal repercussions loom as doctors and patients express opposition to the NHS England's procurement of a federated data platform worth £480 million. The initiative aims to establish a privately managed central database that consolidates all health-related data maintained by the NHS, spanning hospitals, GP clinics, and care facilities.
The future of the UK NHS Spine - Discussing the future of the Spine platform and how it will evolve to meet the changing and growing demands of the healthcare industry. The Spine Futures vision is to provide a secure, adaptable, and sustainable infrastructure for the health and care system in England, enabling data integration between care settings.
UK government set out NHS and social care cyber defence strateg y - The proposed strategy aims to establish a shared goal within the sector, prioritizing the most critical risks and devising a comprehensive approach that can be implemented across various healthcare domains such as adult social care, primary care, secondary care, and even the critical supply chain.
BioSelf Technology (t/a Sensate) secures £2.7 million Seed investment - This stress-relieving device, created by medical professionals and rigorously tested in clinical settings, is both highly user-friendly and swiftly effective. Harnessing the power of infrasonic therapy, Sensate's intelligent touch therapy method facilitates the recovery of the body's nervous system from daily stressors, without any exertion on the part of the user.
Maven Clinic acquires digital health startup Naytal - Founded in 2021 by entrepreneur Leila Thabet, Naytal provides on-demand access to women’s and family health experts to support a broad range of reproductive healthcare needs, from fertility and pregnancy to postpartum care and menopause.
Microsoft's Nuance integrates OpenAI's GPT-4 into voice-enabled medical scribe software - Big tech companies are in an artificial intelligence arms race as they rush to integrate the technology. Nuance Communications, a subsidiary of Microsoft, launched their state-of-the-art voice-powered medical transcription application that has been seamlessly integrated with OpenAI's highly-anticipated GPT-4.
New artificial intelligence and digital health resource published for the NHS - The healthcare industry's digital metamorphosis is poised for an upsurge with the unveiling of the latest Capability Framework for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Healthcare Technologies by Health Education England (HEE). This valuable resource aims to pinpoint areas where NHS personnel may lack expertise, while also charting the course for the digital empowerment of the healthcare workforce.
From penicillin to digital health: the impact of social media on medicine - In an expanding global population of social media users, it is imperative to acknowledge the increasing integration of technology within the medical field. From the initial discovery of penicillin to the advent of electronic medical records and the digital health revolution, significant advancements in medicine are few and far between.
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