This study aimed to identify and appraise published cost-effectiveness analyses of mobile device-based active remote monitoring technologies for long-term conditions. A systematic literature review (PROSPERO: CRD42023406364) identified studies from Medline and Embase (2008 until…
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Background: Intensive lifestyle interventions (ILI) improve weight loss and cardiovascular risk factors, but health systems face challenges implementing them. Objective: We engaged stakeholders to cocreate and evaluate feasibility of primary care implementation strategies and…
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Background: Cancer-related fatigue is a common and significant symptom experienced by cancer patients and survivors across all age groups, profoundly impacting their quality of life. Adolescents and young adults often encounter substantial academic, career,…
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Lawrence Tallon, chief executive at the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (Credit: MHRA)
AI tools that could improve patient care are being tested in the next phase of the Medicines and Healthcare products…
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Dr Indrajeet Das, consultant radiologist at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (Credit: UHL)
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is evaluating the safety and effectiveness of using AI software across different patient groups.
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Background: Drug-Drug Interactions (DDIs) pose significant risks to patient safety and increase healthcare costs. Mobile apps offer potential solutions for managing DDIs, yet their quality and effectiveness from the user’s perspective remains unclear. Objective:…
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Pranav Dalal, CEO and founder of Office Beacon
In an industry defined by its human element, the resilience of our healthcare system is fundamentally tied to the well-being and effectiveness of its workforce. And to…
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These technologies introduce new considerations regarding safety and effectiveness across the total product life cycle.The Food and Drug Administration is requesting public comment to get feedback on current, practical approaches to measuring and evaluating…
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Background: Obesity and related disorders are rising globally, especially in China, where they are linked to chronic diseases like diabetes and cardiovascular issues. As intermittent fasting gains popularity for weight management, the use of…
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The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is launching new guidelines on value-based procurement for MedTech.
Around £10bn per year is spent on MedTech, but the NHS has previously opted to buy technology based…
