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BlogAI for health: Is there a regulatory gap?Wednesday July 11, 2018In this article, first published by @DigiHealthLegal, Johan Ordish argues that the most pressing concern for the regulation of AI is not any unique challenge it might pose but rather the gaps that already exist in our laws of liability and medical devices
BlogThe NHS at 70 and beyond: a vision of the futureWednesday July 4, 2018On the 70th birthday of the National Health Service, PHG Foundation’s Director Mark Kroese reflects and explores its future – and how we will continue to help the NHS make use of new scientific applications for better health
BlogGenomics, data, and AI – a perfect birthday gift?Thursday June 28, 2018As the NHS approaches its 70th birthday several reports and commentaries are bringing into sharp focus its achievements and the challenges that lie ahead.
BlogHealthy ageing: Living well, not just living longerMonday June 4, 2018As our population is rapidly ageing, it is essential that we consider what constitutes healthy ageing, and what individuals and society can do to ensure that older adults are maintaining their physical, social and mental health.
BlogMoving forward the debate on AI regulationThursday May 24, 2018The new report by the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee sets out recommendations for building trust and confidence in the regulatory framework for AI. Alison Hall examines how far it meets its aims.
BlogThe future of healthy ageingThursday May 24, 2018Women have 19 years of unhealthy life expectancy and men 16 years. With this fact in mind, participants at our healthy ageing workshop explored how personalised healthcare technologies could help people stay healthy in later life. Rebecca Burbidge reports
BlogMental health for young people in a digital ageThursday May 17, 2018The highs and lows of digital interventions for mental health in young people were discussed at our recent My Healthy Future workshop. Louise Gaynor reports.
BlogYoung people. Do they have the mix for a healthy future?Wednesday May 16, 2018Liz Cairncross was a participant in the My Healthy Future workshop on adolescent health. Here she writes about the Health Foundation's inquiry to understand the future health prospects of young people.
BlogHealth in a digitalised worldThursday May 10, 2018In this blog, the first in series from My Healthy Future workshop participants, Santino Coduri-Fulford reflects on how the increasing prevalence of technology in the 21st century will affect health and healthcare.
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