May 2017 saw a wide-scale cyber attack launched on the NHS, it is known to be the ‘biggest ransomware offensive in history’ by Europol, the EU’s law enforcement agency. 161 health service organisations were attacked by the malware, with 40 hospitals going completely offline and 24 trusts had no access to their IT system. The … Continued
Following the terror attack in Manchester on Monday the 22nd, the NHS and emergency services were commended for their efficient response as they worked through the night in an attempt to save lives and treat the injured. Such a large scale response meant that over 60 ambulances arrived to treat victims and to take people … Continued
Last September, NHS England publicised its plan to invest £44 million into diabetes care with CCGs able to bid for a part of the diabetes transformation fund in November. Successful CCGs were made aware of the results of the bids this month however the portion of funds allocated to those CCGs will not be … Continued
Pfizer, the pharmaceutical conglomerate has introduced a start-up accelerator program which will assist healthcare tech start-ups in the process of introducing their new technology to the NHS. The aim of the program is for the NHS to utilise new technological measures established by start-ups that would greatly benefit the NHS. Dr Hamish Graham, speaking on … Continued
Following the Global Financial Crisis and Britain’s regulatory overhaul of the financial sector, there is now a strong obligation on Banks and financial institutions to act in their clients best interests. Often a fiduciary duty of care and skill arises meaning that these institutions must act with caution when proceeding with investment advice. However, the … Continued
“The demand for EDMS is there but not the method, given it has been a struggle for finance directors to get budget. All Trusts and Health Boards know they need to get rid of paper and transition quickly to digital delivery” Vijay Magon, CCube Solution MD A new funding model announced this month by CCube … Continued