NHS Confederation and NHS Providers Respond to Intensive Recovery Programme
NHS Confederation and NHS Providers have responded to the government’s new Intensive Recovery programme, which aims to support NHS trusts that are currently struggling with performance and service delivery. Matthew Taylor, interim chief executive of the NHS Confederation, said that recent public surveys show the NHS is starting to improve, but there is still a…
The Impact of Outreach Campaign Planning and Delivery on Vaccination Uptake
15 April 2026 Engaging patients in their own healthcare is an important part of improving vaccination uptake and is a key priority in the 10 Year Health Plan. Many communities respond better when healthcare organisations use tailored outreach programmes and provide different ways for people to connect with healthcare providers. This webinar will focus on…
Improving Coordination Between Mental Health Services and A&E: Lessons and Insights
29 April 2026 Between May 2025 and April 2026, the Interface Improvement Programme supported healthcare teams across 18 acute care locations to improve services between mental health and A&E departments. The programme focused on understanding the challenges at the point where mental health services and emergency departments work together and finding practical solutions to improve…
Anti-Racism in Leadership Conference 2026 Focuses on Inclusive Leadership for All
28 April 2026 09:30 The NHS Confederation is working to support leaders at every level by giving them the knowledge, confidence and support needed to improve healthcare for everyone. On 28 April 2026, a major conference will be held in Leeds in partnership with the BME Leadership Network. The event will focus on tackling racial…
Global Healthcare Workforce Management Systems Market to Reach $6.26 Billion by 2035
Healthcare providers around the world are increasing their investment in advanced staffing technologies to deal with workforce shortages and rising labour costs. As hospitals continue to face staffing challenges, many organisations are turning to digital workforce management systems to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs. According to a new report, the global healthcare workforce management…
Health and Care Sector Sees Major New Developments
Several important developments have recently taken place in the health and care sector. A new chief executive for NHS Employers has been appointed. Ben Morrin will take on the role in July and will focus on improving workforce leadership and supporting NHS organisations. He has previously worked in senior NHS roles and has experience in…
Stryker Cyberattack Causes Global Disruption, Company Says
Stryker, a global medical technology company that provides equipment and services to hospitals, announced on March 11 that it experienced a cyberattack that disrupted its operations worldwide. The company said that the attack affected its Microsoft systems, but there is currently no evidence that ransomware or malware was involved. Stryker also stated that it believes…
Towards Responsible AI for Mental Health and Well-being: Experts Chart a Way Forward
On 29 January 2026, more than 30 international experts in artificial intelligence, mental health, ethics, and public policy participated in an online workshop organized by the Delft Digital Ethics Centre at Delft University of Technology, the first WHO Collaborating Centre on AI for health governance and ethics. The workshop was held as an official pre-summit…
WHO and Partners Launch New Initiative to Expand Use of Digital Health Wallets
The World Health Organization (WHO), the Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research, and the Temasek Foundation have launched a new three-year initiative to help ASEAN countries transition from paper-based health records to secure and interoperable Digital Health Wallets (DHWs). The programme aims to strengthen national health systems, improve continuity of care, and give individuals…
Reducing Health Inequalities: Lessons from COPD Care Improvements in Hastings
20 April 2026 A webinar will be held on Monday 20 April to discuss strategies for reducing health inequalities related to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), especially in underserved communities. COPD is one of the major causes of health inequality in the UK, as many patients still face problems such as late diagnosis, limited access…
New Leadership Appointment Strengthens Industry Focus on Digital Health Innovation
The healthcare technology industry is reinforcing its commitment to digital transformation with a key leadership appointment at a major global medical technology association. A senior executive from a leading medtech company has been appointed to chair the organization’s Digital Health Technology Division, signaling a renewed focus on innovation, policy, and collaboration in the digital health…
Next-Generation MedTech Innovations Redefine Clinical Care at CES 2026
Medical technology innovation took a major leap forward at CES 2026, where companies unveiled advanced tools designed to improve clinical accuracy, automate workflows, and enhance patient outcomes. The event highlighted how medtech is rapidly converging with AI, data platforms, and connected devices to create smarter healthcare systems. A key focus was on intelligent diagnostic technologies,…