6 February 2020
Recently released figures reveal that a programme rolled out across the NHS to reduce strokes related to an irregular heart rhythm prevented 3,165 strokes and 791 lives last year (2018/19). The NHS initiative focussed on improving the detection and treatment of Atrial Fibrillation (AF) – the most common type of irregular heart rhythm that can in... Read more >
29 January 2020
The AHSN Network welcomes the launch of the new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Health and Care Award. This will make £140 million available over three years to accelerate the testing and evaluation of the most promising AI technologies that meet the strategic aims set out in the NHS Long Term Plan.The Award is run by the Accelerated Access Collabo... Read more >
15 January 2020
Wessex Q Innovations Expo 2020Thu, 19 March 202009:30am – 3pmSt Mary's StadiumBritannia RoadSouthamptonSO14 5FPRegister here.This highly interactive event will be a mix of inspiring speakers and an exhibition of ready-to-go QI focused innovations for health and social care.Previously open only to Q Members, we now have an exciting opportunity fo... Read more >
8 January 2020
Wessex Academic Health Science Network (AHSN) has appointed a new Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Innovation Adoption.Nicola Bent will be joining the AHSN in April from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), where she has been Deputy Director of Health and Social Care and Programme Director for System Engagement sin... Read more >
30 December 2019
It’s time to learn more about whole genome sequencingGenomic testing is increasingly being used as part of routine NHS patient care and treatment, and tests such as whole genome sequencing will be more widely available through the new national Genomic Medicine Service (GMS). But what is whole genome sequencing? How does it work and how can it be... Read more >
22 November 2019
ESCAPE-pain is an evidence-based group rehabilitation programme for people with chronic joint pain resulting from hip and or knee osteoarthritis. It integrates educational self-management and coping strategies with a personalised exercise plan.Winchester City Council’s Physical Activity Team and River Park Leisure Centre have found the ESCAPE-pa... Read more >
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World Patient Safety Day 2024 Improving diagnosis for patient safety – how is Health Innovation Wessex contributing?
This year’s theme from the World Health Organisation for World Patient Safety Day on 17 Sept...
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