Opinion

  • Building trust, driving adoption: Evidence-led marketing

    By Jasmin Hounsell, co-founder of Evolene Ltd. After device development and regulatory clearance, it feels like it should be an easier ride for medical device developers. However, adoption and implementation are the next big hurdles to overcome. Clinicians are highly educated, meaning that communication needs to both inform and build trust – they will not [...]

  • Why addressing cardiovascular disease is so important to the NHS 10 Year Plan

    By Dr Eleanor Wicks, Cardiologist and Clinical Lead, Lifeyear Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the UK’s biggest killer causing over a quarter of all deaths in the UK according to the British Heart Foundation. That’s not a point of debate, it’s the reality that sits behind so many overwhelmed wards, waiting rooms and exhausted staff. CVD [...]

  • How AI Is Changing Data Security for Online Platforms

    As more of our lives move into the digital realm, the value and vulnerability of data have never been greater. Online platforms (from social networks and e-commerce sites to financial services) hold vast amounts of personal and business information. Breaches can lead to reputational damage, legal penalties, and significant financial loss. Traditional security methods, while [...]

  • How anti-loneliness technology is working to prevent decline in morale and inspire hope

    By Derek Cockerton, founder and director of Kingfisher Phoenix Ltd Loneliness in Britain has been called a “silent epidemic.” The government even appointed a Minister for Loneliness in 2018, acknowledging what many already knew: feeling isolated is not simply an emotional struggle, but a major public health challenge.   A 2020 GOV.UK report estimated the [...]

  • Craft, care and confidence: A female plastic surgeon’s journey to restoring identity

    By Miss Jurga Pikturnaite, consultant plastic surgeon, Emendo Surgical Group When people think of plastic surgery, they often think of vanity - a nip here, a tuck there. But me, and for many of the people I’ve worked with, it’s something far deeper. It’s about restoration. Identity. Confidence. It’s about feeling like yourself again after [...]

  • AI Wills Explained: A Guide to Whether They’re Safe for Securing Your Family’s Future

    With the rise of online platforms claiming to generate wills in minutes using artificial intelligence, it’s understandable that many people are wondering: is it too good to be true? If you’re in West Sussex and looking for advice on this rooted in legal expertise, consider working with Chichester solicitors. From convenience to cost-saving, AI-generated wills [...]

  • Why Virtual Therapy and Mental Health Apps Are Transforming Divorce Recovery

    Divorce law solicitors play an essential role in guiding people through the legal complexities of separation. But while legal support is critical, emotional recovery is just as important—and often overlooked. Fortunately, tech is stepping in to fill that gap. Digital mental health tools and virtual therapy apps are offering new, accessible ways for individuals to [...]

  • Supporting Your Child’s Wellbeing During Divorce: How Digital Health Tools Can Help

    Family solicitors are often the first point of contact for separating parents seeking guidance on child arrangements. But beyond the legal paperwork, there’s another crucial concern that can’t be ignored—your child’s emotional wellbeing. Divorce can be deeply unsettling for children, but with the right support, they can adjust, heal, and even thrive. Digital health tools [...]

  • What can other NHS programmes learn from the National Document Repository approach to data sharing?

    By Danielle Delaney-Anderson, Principal Technical Consultant, Answer Digital In light of the NHS 10 Year Plan, the recently announced Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 represents a critical turning point for the NHS. For too long, patient data has been locked away in silos and has been inaccessible across care settings. The Act seeks to [...]

  • How IVF with The Medical Travel Company in India offers hope for British families

    By Dr Madhurima Rajkhowa, Consultant Gynaecologist and Subspecialist in Reproductive Medicine According to the World Health Organization, approximately 17.5 per cent of the global population, that’s roughly one in six people, struggles with fertility challenges. This cuts across borders, income levels, and ethnicities: infertility does not discriminate. But in my 30+ years as a gynaecologist, [...]