Welcome to your daily dose of digital health news, information, and events – your Digital Health Coffee Time Briefing! ☕
👇 News
🏡 Healthcare tech vendor Clanwilliam Group has introduced its care home solutions suite, Epic Care, in the UK. Epic Care offers cloud-based software for streamlining administrative processes and care procedures in residential and nursing homes. Now available in England, Scotland, and Wales.
👾 The Safe Zone has partnered with HTC to launch a social VR space supporting young people’s mental health. Participants can create avatars and connect with mentors in a virtual environment to combat loneliness and provide quick support.
💰 AI company Qure.ai secures $65 million in funding for its deep learning technology aiding clinicians in identifying anomalies in radiology images. The investment will drive expansion into the US and enhance AI models.
♥️ Asda stocks an at-home heart test by PocDoc, allowing users to share results with NHS clinicians instantly. The test provides a comprehensive heart health check and is available in 242 Asda pharmacies.
🤖 Frontline care workers advocate for clear AI policies in social care, emphasizing its role as a support tool rather than a replacement for human caregivers.
❓Did you know?
41% of adults in England have a long-standing illness. The latest NHS Health Survey highlights the prevalence of conditions like raised cholesterol and obesity.
📖 What we’re reading
The IPPR proposes a shift to a proactive healthcare model using technology and data. The report suggests creating a national health index and establishing neighbourhood health centers with integrated care.
🚨 Upcoming events
17 October, London – Healthcare Summit 2024
