Tag: social-care-innovation
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Roles Evolve as Care Providers Invest in AI Leadership
Oakland Care’s appointment of a head of AI reflects a wider shift across health and social care, as organisations invest in senior technology roles to support digital transformation.
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TEC Push Paused as Data Gaps Threaten UK Social Care Transformation
A new industry report finds overwhelming support for technology enabled care across the UK, but warns that poor data use and low workforce confidence are slowing progress. Sector leaders say without urgent action, the promise of prevention-led care may not be realised.
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Apple App Store Introduces Medical Device Labels
Apple’s decision to introduce medical device labels on its App Store could have wider implications for how digital health tools are assessed and trusted across the UK.
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Stockport Pilots Digital Care Technology to Support Independent living
A new programme in Stockport is introducing connected care technology into 90 homes to support safer, more independent living. The pilot will test how digital tools can improve health outcomes while reducing pressure on social care and NHS services.
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Private Healthcare Rise Highlights Digital Opportunity for UK Community Care
More people in the UK are paying for private healthcare as confidence in timely NHS treatment remains low. The trend is fuelling concerns about a two-tier system, while also prompting renewed discussion about the role of digital health and community care technology in improving access.
