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Scientists say they have developed the first blood test to diagnose chronic fatigue syndrome, though experts warn further studies are needed. The test could change how doctors identify myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) – a debilitating illness marked by extreme tiredness not eased by rest. There is currently no diagnostic test, and many patients face [...]
By Louise Wall, founder and managing director, e18 Innovation The 10-Year Plan makes it clear that the NHS cannot continue operating as it has been, it must modernise and adapt. Rising demand, workforce shortages, and financial pressures mean the current model is unsustainable, and for too long, repetitive, manual processes have drained capacity from both [...]
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust has successfully gone live with System C’s CareFlow Electronic Patient Record (EPR), a significant step forward in its landmark digital transformation programme. Delivered through the trust’s Blueprint project, the phased initiative is unify several legacy systems into a single, trust-wide platform – modernising how patient information is managed across New [...]
Barts Health NHS Trust is transforming maternity care for over 14,000 families annually by adopting BadgerNet as its digital maternity solution in a new five-year partnership. As one of England’s largest NHS trusts, Barts Health serves a diverse East London population and has maternity services at three hospitals; Whipps Cross, Newham Hospital and The Royal [...]
An AI-powered hearing test is reliably able to check your hearing on a computer or smart phone without clinical supervision according to a study The high-tech hearing tests, they say, can efficiently understand human speech from the comfort of your own home, rather than at a hospital clinic, by using AI to screen out background [...]
An innovative technology developed by researchers in the UK has received over £475,000 in funding to revolutionise how eczema is diagnosed and treated, potentially ending years of suffering for millions of patients across the UK. The innovative vibroacoustic sensor, which measures material changes in each layer of skin using small vibrations on the surface, has [...]
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH), in partnership with Ergéa UK, has completed a major upgrade to diagnostic imaging services at John Radcliffe Hospital, marking a significant milestone in OUH’s long-term programme to modernise radiology equipment, enhance patient care, and improve clinical outcomes. Delivered through a Managed Equipment Service (MES) agreement with Ergéa UK, [...]
A UK company that has developed a novel gene-editing tool has raised £2m to expand its commercial work developing bacteria strains and adapt its tool for use with human and animal cells. Forge Genetics, a spin-out from the University of Nottingham, has secured funding from the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II, through its appointed fund [...]
Health tech growth partner Highland has today revealed its new identity – reflecting a sharper focus as it helps health tech companies to find market opportunities, convince target audiences, and drive growth. Known for nearly a quarter of a century as Highland Marketing, the company has built a strong reputation for launching and championing many [...]
By Lexie Corner, Content Writer Every year, HETT showcases the latest developments in digital health and care. For 2025, we’ve designed new spaces and experiences that reflect the big questions on everyone’s mind. How can we harness digital tools to improve outcomes? How do we safeguard data systems? How can we use AI responsibly? These [...]
