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7 October 2016 12:00 AM

Dr Now passes inspection amid more scrutiny for health apps

6 October 2016 1:43 PM

The first of the digital GP services to face a CQC inspection has been given a provisional clean bill of health, with the service provided through via a mobile app deemed “safe”.

Chelsea and Westminster picks Cerner, and Jarrold as CIO

6 October 2016 12:00 AM

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is switching to Cerner, and creating a single shared electronic patient record with a neighbouring trust.

National Cyber Security Centre to help tackle NHS threats

5 October 2016 5:00 AM

The National Cyber Security Centre became operational this week and some of its first goals will be improving security practices in the NHS.

50 suppliers on updated NHS Supply Chain imaging framework

5 October 2016 12:00 AM

A new national framework contract for clinical systems has been released, covering more than 50 suppliers with a focus on imaging.

Leeds pathology IT crash into third week without resolution

4 October 2016 5:00 AM

A huge pathology IT crash has dragged into its third week with parts of the system still not fully restored and operational.

Bolton delays PAS merger plans

4 October 2016 12:00 AM

Plans to merge two iPM patient administration systems at a northern trust have been delayed amid concerns about how it will interface with other software.