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A ransomware attack that crippled NHS pathology systems last year has now been linked to the death of a patient at King’s College Hospital in London.

NHS England’s Independent ADHD Taskforce has published Part 1 of its long-awaited report, laying out urgent recommendations to tackle widespread delays, fragmented services, and rising inequality in ADHD care.

The headline act? A seismic £30 billion boost for the NHS, unveiled as part of the Chancellor’s first major Spending Review. Of that, £10 billion is earmarked specifically for digital and tech transformation, laying the groundwork for a system designed to be faster, more agile, and truly fit for the future.

<p>As the NHS continues to wrestle with mounting financial pressures, a new analysis has cast doubt on the core logic behind how capital and operating budgets are allocated across trusts, suggesting that current incentives may be funnelling critical investment away from where it’s actually needed. Under NHS England’s new leadership, there’s a growing push to tie funding more closely to performance. Trusts that hit revenue targets or perform well in areas like emergency care a

<p>The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has raised serious concerns after an unannounced inspection at Royal Cornwall Hospital revealed harm to vulnerable patients placed in makeshift care areas during A&#038;E surges.The report highlighted multiple incidents, including a 96-year-old woman who died after a fall in a “temporary escalation space,” a patient with delirium who fractured their collarbone, and another patient who required intensive care after deteriorating in a “fit t

<p>NHS England’s ambitious mandate to halve corporate and integrated care board (ICB) costs is facing internal criticism, with senior board members questioning whether the 50 per cent figure is justified or achievable.</p>

A leading mental health trust has begun legal proceedings against a major contractor after serious leaks disrupted the opening of two landmark NHS facilities.

<p>The San Francisco-based company,which offers digital-first care for chronic back and joint pain, has reportedly submitted paperwork with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, according to multiple sources. The move positions Hinge Health to go public later this year, depending on market conditions. Founded in 2015, Hinge Health has grown into one of the most [&hellip;]</p>

<p>Every year, around 90% of adults living with sickle cell disease (SCD) face at least one severe pain episode, or vaso-occlusive crisis (VOC), each with unique triggers, symptoms, and varying intensity. While the experience of pain is deeply personal, the common thread is clear: these crises are unpredictable, debilitating, and take a toll on every aspect of life. When Sanius first began its work in the space, we had a strong theory that a lack of sleep held a significant l

<p>Steve Black critically examines the recent report by the Institute for Government on general practice in England, challenging its assertion that increasing face-to-face GP appointments will improve patient satisfaction.</p>

Norfolk and Waveney Integrated Care Board (ICB) has awarded a £1.2 million contract to Norwich-based Prescribing Services to enhance its population health management (PHM) and risk stratification capabilities.

<p>In a pioneering move to enhance women&#8217;s healthcare, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust has collaborated with Aneira Health to introduce an AI-driven service tailored for women NHS staff. This initiative aims to provide accessible, personalized, and proactive care that aligns with the demanding schedules of healthcare professionals.</p>

<p>In a bid to strengthen the digital defences of the health system, NHS England has introduced a new voluntary Cyber Security Charter aimed at IT suppliers working with the NHS. The initiative sets out clear expectations for how suppliers should help protect critical infrastructure and patient data, amidst increasing cyber threats across the sector. Suppliers [&hellip;]</p>

<p>Teal Health has received FDA approval for the Teal Wand™, the first at-home, self-collection device for cervical cancer screening in the United States.</p>

<p>Omada Health aims to raise up to $100 million through the offering, signaling its intent to expand further into chronic care management across the US.</p>

<p>In a sobering twist for the femtech world, Elvie, once hailed as the UK’s brightest women’s health startup has entered administration. The move comes after a decade of groundbreaking innovation, global expansion, and over $186 million in investment. The company’s core assets have now been acquired by its U.S. rival, Willow, marking a significant moment of consolidation in the wearable women’s health tech space.</p>

NHS England has published the board papers from its 27 March 2025 meeting: the first since the announcement that the organisation will be brought under the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). The papers highlight recent progress, ongoing operational pressures, and the financial realities facing the health service in 2025.

Organised by Distilled Post, the NHS Events Awards were created to spotlight those shaping meaningful conversations in health, through thoughtful design, impactful delivery, and content that drives real progress. These awards celebrate the platforms, providers and people redefining how the health and care system connects and collaborates, from NHS-led strategic summits to independently produced roundtables and discussions.

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