NHS introduces ‘sponge-on-a-string’ test for Barrett’s oesophagus
The NHS is set to roll out a simple ‘sponge-on-a-string’ to diagnose Barrett’s oesophagus – a move that will benefit thousands of patients.
The innovative...
Antidepressant use during pregnancy linked to altered child brain development
A new study provides direct evidence that antidepressant use during pregnancy can impact child brain development and contribute to the risk of mental health...
Patients can now access their prescriptions through the NHS App
Starting today, millions of individuals will have access to their prescription information through the NHS App.
The endless applications of robotic process automation in healthcare
Paul Donoghue-Parker outlines how robotic process automation (RPA) and its supporting technologies could improve healthcare delivery and streamline vital systems.
Healthcare institutions, such as NHS...
Hope vs hype: What has been achieved in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine?
Tissue engineering and organ regeneration expert, Dr Ekaterine Berishvili, discusses the progress, opportunities and challenges of regeneration and repair in organ transplantation.
The growing burden...
Heart vest could predict sudden cardiac death risk
A new study has suggested that a heart vest can be used to better identify people at high risk of sudden cardiac death. Read more here.
Advanced MRI technology detects brain changes after COVID-19
Researchers used advanced MRI technology to examine the brains of 16 patients previously hospitalised for COVID-19 with persisting symptoms.
AI-driven screening identifies high breast cancer risk in mammograms
Cutting-edge technology harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionising the early detection of breast cancer, pinpointing women at high risk through mammography screening examinations.
Led by...
New survey reveals one in five children and young people had a probable mental...
A report has revealed that one in five children and young people in England aged eight to 25 had a probable mental disorder in 2023.
Reframing the narrative about population ageing
Population ageing is a natural part of demographic development, so why is it increasingly seen as a burden?
We discuss population ageing with Joan Costa-i-Font,...
NHS extends COVID-19 OpenSAFELY research platform to develop new disease treatments
The NHS is embarking on a pioneering initiative to expand the groundbreaking OpenSAFELY research platform to propel advancements to combat other significant diseases.
Collaborating with...
Our Future Health: UK’s largest health research project reaches one million volunteers
Our Future Health – the largest ever health research programme in the UK – has announced its millionth volunteer has signed up to the project.
NHS ADOPT study identifies spine fractures with AI
The NHS ADOPT study has initiated an automated AI process for identifying patients with spine fractures.
Leveraging the power of Artificial Intelligence, the Nanox.AI HealthVCF...
NHS successfully deploys 10,000 virtual ward beds
In an impressive achievement, the NHS has realised its ambitious goal of deploying 10,000 virtual ward beds by the close of September, as revealed...
Over 450,000 patients used NHS online GP registration in its first year
Over 425,000 NHS patients have used the new online GP registration service. Find out how to register with a GP online.
NHS launches trials to advance wireless technology in healthcare
NHS England has launched trials to help accelerate the development and uptake of wireless technology in healthcare.
As part of the trials, NHS organisations will...
Key link to autism spectrum disorder revealed in new mini-brain study
Mayo Clinic and Yale University scientists have used a mini-brain model to reveal the link to autism spectrum disorder.
AI breast cancer screening is safe and detects 20% more cancers
Lund University research suggests that AI breast cancer screening is a safe alternative to traditional screening, identifies more cancer cases, and is more efficient.
The...
Revolutionising the NHS: UK Government injects £21m for AI healthcare technology
The UK Government has announced it will fund £21m to roll out AI healthcare technology across the NHS.
Announced today by the Health and Social...
Pulsar Helium: Unmatched high-grade helium supply for the medical industry
With the helium shortage affecting MRI and respiratory gases, Pulsar Helium’s high-grade asset provides hope for the medical industry's helium supply.
Last year the American...
