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NHS leaders accused of ‘pie in the sky’ finance plans

The chair of the PAC has accused NHS leaders of “making pie in the sky assumptions” about the health service's
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Another view: repeats appointments

Neil Paul has been trying out two products that allow patients to book appointments direct with a GP. One works,
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Four new digital exemplars expected, including Imperial

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is likely to be named as a global exemplar, in conjunction with the neighbouring Chelsea
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Digital roadmap focus: Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin

A nationally funded shared care record is essential for Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin to deliver its local digital roadmap’s paperless
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Getting interoperability right; myths, opportunity, and ugly acronyms

NHS leaders have never been more enthusiastic about open APIs and their potential to break down silos. However, connecting IT
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Dr Neil Paul wins John Perry Prize

The GP and Digital Health News columnist is recognise for his work to improve computing in primary care.
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Mobile and app news in brief

Smart specs for facial palsy Glasses that let you know when you’re smiling are being used to rehabilitate people with
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Digital patient services offer ‘bright hope’ – Nuffield

However enthusiasm for wearables, remote monitoring and video consultations needs to be tempered by lack of clear evidence, the Nuffield
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2.4m download mobile game to fight dementia

You shoot flares and navigate a boat on your phone. And somehow it helps fight dementia.
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Michael Thick: A review of the AAR

The government’s Accelerated Access Review is a good start on shortening the time from bench to bedside innovation. But there’s
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