NHS stories

AI and automation are transforming UK healthcare by digitising workflows, enhancing efficiency, reducing errors, and cutting NHS patient waiting lists.

A report by Trustwave reveals that the UK healthcare sector ranks third globally for ransomware attacks, highlighting alarming cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

A Guardian report reveals a third of NHS doctors suffer extreme fatigue, raising concerns for patient care amid staff shortages and rising demands.

Recent surveys by BT Health reveal serious concerns over cyber security in the NHS, with staff lacking confidence in defences and fearing potential cyber-attacks.

After a decade as a Biomedical Scientist, Valerie pivoted to fintech at 40, pursuing an apprenticeship to embrace new challenges and opportunities.

The UK government proposes banning ransomware payments by public sector bodies, yet experts warn that proactive data protection strategies are essential to combat cyber threats.

Nexer Digital has landed key clients Bupa and Auto Trader to enhance compliance with the forthcoming European Accessibility Act, aiming for inclusive digital experiences.

The AI Summit in Paris brought industry leaders together to discuss ethical AI implementation, highlighting the urgent need for responsible strategies to harness its potential.

Kerv has teamed up with the Retail Trust to enhance the well-being of retail workers in the UK, aiming to alleviate pressures and improve support services.

OneAdvanced has appointed Alex Jeffery as Senior Vice President of Managed IT Services, enhancing its strategy for growth in the next three years.

The UK government has unveiled its AI Opportunities Action Plan, prompting businesses to reconsider investments in AI amidst rising employer tax costs.

AI adoption in the UK is on the rise, with businesses investing to stay competitive, amid calls for careful integration and skills development.

Patients Know Best has raised GBP £6 million in funding from Growth Lending to enhance its Personal Health Record platform, supporting NHS digitalisation efforts.

CirrusHQ has appointed Craig Ridsdill, a former AWS executive, as its new Head of Sales to enhance cloud solutions for healthcare and education sectors.

Medallia has been named a supplier on the UK's G-Cloud 14 framework, offering cloud solutions to boost experience management for public sector agencies.

As ChatGPT celebrates its second anniversary, CTOs share insights on its transformative potential, future challenges, and the evolution of AI in their sectors.

Human-rights charity Sex Matters warns that inaccuracies in UK government records about sex could jeopardise the Data Use and Access Bill's integrity.

The UK faces increasing cyber threats from China-backed group Volt Typhoon, jeopardising critical infrastructure and national security, warns Certes.

A report reveals that misconfigured settings in Microsoft Power Pages have exposed the sensitive data of millions, including over 1.1 million NHS employees.

A clinical trial in New Zealand shows the virtual reality app oVRcome cuts social anxiety symptoms by 35.3%, marking a breakthrough in mental health treatment.