A landmark report into the health of the NHS in England was published today (Thursday 12 September). Lord Darzi’s 150 page report sets out the challenges facing the nation’s health service. Key findings Responding to the report, Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, highlighted three ‘big shifts’ that the NHS must… Read More Digital Healthcare Council responds to landmark NHS report

Yesterday PM Kier Starmer gave his first major speech since taking office. You can watch it here. The tone of the speech was quite gloomy –  “Things are worse than we ever imagined”… The PM warned us how tough things will be. He said things will get worse before they get better. He said there… Read More What about more of what’s already working?

The Health and Social Care Secretary of State, Wes Streeting, announced last month that the Department of Health and Social Care will expand its focus to boost economic growth (you can watch his speech here). In a recent article in the Financial Times, Daniel Susskind, author of ‘Growth: A Reckoning’ and an economist at Oxford… Read More Digital Health and Care: A Catalyst for Growth

For the first time, HIV PrEP users will be able to access necessary tests and preventative medication for HIV without having to make an in-person visit to clinics. This pilot is funded by East Sussex County Council, and delivered by remote diagnostic provider and DHC member Preventx, in partnership with not-for-profit community interest company The… Read More DHC member Preventx launches new service