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NHS will expand use of waiting list-busting AI after pilot

Artificial intelligence software designed to tackle missed appointments and reduce waiting lists will see its use by the NHS ramp up after a successful pilot deployment.

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ALS body takes digital approach to clinical trials access

A non-profit organisation representing the amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) community in the US is taking a digital approach to connecting patients with suitable clinic

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Clinigen educates on early access to rare disease therapies

On Rare Disease Day, Clinigen has launched a campaign to try to encourage doctors and patients to explore how they can get early access to investigational therapies.

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Study rings warning bell over cancer therapy access in UK

Studies have suggested that cancer survival rates in the UK are lagging behind other countries by around 10 to 15 years because of lower rates of chemotherapy and radiothe

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UK patients very concerned about access to diagnostics

Almost two-thirds of patients in the UK would consider paying for diagnostics out of pocket if they face a long wait for free NHS testing, and almost all want to see more

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NHS England pushes BRCA testing for Jewish community

Jewish people in England are being invited to take part in a gene testing programme to identify carriers of BRCA mutations that elevate their risk of breast cancer.