When I signed up to the NHS European Office’s academic health science networks (AHSNs) study tour to Odense in Denmark, I had only just mastered putting the ‘H’ before the ‘S’ in AHSN! In the event, it was a great opportunity to better understand the agenda of those creating AHSNs and to contribute a different … Continue reading
Most board members are aware of the sweeping changes that social technologies have brought about in our everyday lives. A recent survey shows that just over half of those at the very highest levels in companies claim to have a good understanding of the impact of social media on their business. Indeed, approximately two thirds … Continue reading
Over the past 20 years, digital technology has truly revolutionised the way we conduct our everyday lives. It’s also meant big changes to how we look after our own health. NHS Choices, for example, has grown to become the most popular health website in the UK, with more than 19 million visits each month. At … Continue reading
The 21st century NHS faces the biggest challenges of a generation. So why are we still using 20th century approaches to healthcare that ignore patients’ assets and 21st century technology? Many reasons – financial flows; disjointed IT; and professional hierarchies. But perhaps the biggest barrier is in our culture – one that we must overcome, … Continue reading
