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Government unveils proposals to protect hospitals from cybercrime

By Liz Wells 14 January 2025

The government will consult on proposals to protect hospitals, railways and public services from ransomware attacks.

Gloucestershire healthcare providers using tech to get more patients home more safely

By Liz Wells 14 January 2025

Assistive technology being used by Gloucestershire healthcare providers is helping more patients get home more safely.

Glasgow opens UK's first safer drug consumption facility

By Liz Wells 14 January 2025

The UK's first safer drug consumption facility has opened in Glasgow.

Wales' chief medical officer steps down

By Liz Wells 13 January 2025

Sir Dr Frank Atherton is to stand down after eight-and-a-half years as the Welsh Government’s chief medical officer.

Herefordshire and Worcestershire trust tackles anxiety in young people

By Liz Wells 13 January 2025

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust is giving all children aged 7-12 and their families on-demand access to a therapeutic mobile game, which can ease childhood anxiety.

Herefordshire and Worcestershire trust selects new chief

By Liz Wells 13 January 2025

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust has appointed Ellen Rule as its new chief executive.

Starmer sets out blueprint to turbocharge AI

By Liz Wells 13 January 2025

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is throwing the full weight of Whitehall behind the AI industry by agreeing to take forward all 50 recommendations set out by Matt Clifford in his AI Opportunities Actio...

Lung cancer biomarker testing trial sees drop in deaths

By Liz Wells 10 January 2025

Biomarker testing in individuals at risk of lung cancer led to a major reduction in deaths, new research reveals.

NHS England data reveals patients satisfaction levels

By Liz Wells 10 January 2025

More than 95% of adults that attempted to contact their GP practice in the past 28 days were successful, with 77.8% making contact the same day, new date reveals.

Government responds to pharmacy report

By Liz Wells 10 January 2025

The Government has responded to the Health and Social Care Committee's report on pharmacy.