£500,000 announced to help create digital solutions to support people who are self-isolating
Revealed today by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), £500,000 of funding is available for technology companies that come up with digital support…
Learning disability charity explores use of assistive technology as part of social care provision
Research into how social care providers are using technology to improve the lives of people they support has been shared by national charity Hft, which…
Guest Article: What will the digital future of healthcare look like?
Almost every aspect of modern life has been radically reshaped by technology and healthcare is no exception. Technology is continually opening up new possibilities for…
Innovative healthcare platform recognised in prestigious list of top 100 worldwide digital health companies
The Journal of mHealth has announced its annual Global Digital Health 100, recognising the most innovative health technology companies from around the world. Now in…
Med-Tech Innovation Expo and Medilink UK renew partnership to ensure event remains the premier gathering for medtech sector
Rapid Medtech Communications and Medilink UK have renewed their cooperation agreement for MedTech Innovation Expo through until 2022. Both organisations have collaborated successfully on the…
10 of the best healthcare innovations from CES 2020
Credit: CES Taking place every year, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is one of the largest global stages for companies to showcase their latest and…
Guest Article: Ageing population – Does the ‘old age’ threshold need to be reconsidered?
Reaching age 65 has traditionally been cited as the start of becoming older due to it previously being the official retirement age and milestone to…
New AI-driven physio assessment tool to improve health outcomes amongst patients with MSK issues
Jason Ward, CEO of EQL A new AI-driven physiotherapy assessment tool is to be used at various NHS locations in England for patients with musculoskeletal…
Smarthouse showcases personalised assistive technology to support independent living
A pop-up, purpose-built house showcasing a range of assistive technology used to support vulnerable adults to live independently in their own homes went on display…
Guest Article: Investing in the future of healthcare
Having access to the latest healthcare equipment and technology plays a crucial part in providing effective patient care. However, many hospitals can struggle to afford…