AI to flag NHS patient safety concerns in real time.
The Department of Health and Social Care will develop a new AI early warning system to identify safety concerns across the NHS, as part of the 10 Year Health Plan. The technology will scan health systems in real-time to flag patient safety issues and trigger earlier inspections, helping to stop failures before they escalate. Learn more here.
NHS to bring healthcare closer to home with new Neighbourhood Health Services.
The Prime Minister, the Rt Hon Keir Starmer MP announced that as part of the 10 Year Health Plan, the Government will roll out Neighbourhood Health Services across the country. New Neighbourhood Health Centres will provide a range of services, including diagnostics, mental health support, post-operative care and rehabilitation.
Adult Social Care Learning and Development Support Scheme.
The Department of Health and Social care has added 2 new qualifications to 'Eligible training courses and qualifications': 'FutureQuals Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate' and 'ProQual Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate'. Learn more here.
Communicating vaccines webinar.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHAS), NHS England and DHSC will introduce their new integrated approach to vaccines campaigning and share evidence-based insights on increasing vaccine confidence. The webinar takes place on Monday 21 July from 2pm-3:15pm. Register your interest via Microsoft Forms.
National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) appoints a new Life Sciences Industry Director.
NIHR announced Dr Maria Koufali’s appointment as its Life Sciences Industry Director. The NIHR created the position in response to a review of industry engagement produced for the NIHR Board in February. Learn more here.
