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Posted: 12 february 2026

Why some hospitals are making their own ChatGPTs for patient records

Stanford Health Care and Penn Medicine have developed chart chat tools for doctors. A tool called Chart Hero. Currently, around 70 Penn clinicians in different specialties are testing it out. Read full article here.

The revolutionary tech that will change how prostate cancer is diagnosed

A wave of British scientific breakthroughs is poised to transform how prostate cancer is found and treated. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men across the UK, and the second most common cause of cancer deaths after lung cancer. …

Learna | Diploma MSc Virtual Open Day | 11th February 2026

Free live virtual Learna Open Day for healthcare professionals considering postgraduate study. See how online study works, view the platform live, and submit questions. Wed 11 Feb, 13:00 GMT. Read more and register here.

NIHR Webinar | Building a high performing team

Would you like to improve your team performance? If so, NIHR webinar on 10 February will help you to learn how to do this. understand team performance and assess where your team is explore what true inclusion looks like and…

NICE recommends treatment that could help 30,000 people with COPD

Guidance says dupilumab can be offered as an add-on maintenance treatment for adults with uncontrolled COPD. Read more here.

FDA clears AI software for heart murmur detection with digital stethoscopes

eMurmur, an Ontario-based artificial intelligence (AI) startup, has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for its suite of algorithms designed to evaluate heart recordings captured by digital stethoscopes. Read more here.

Greater access to breakthrough trials for rare cancer patients

Better chance of survival for people with rare cancers thanks to a new government approach to clinical trials and access to breakthrough treatments. Read more here.

Three UK research councils suspend funding opportunities

Temporary block on grant applications by MRC, BBSRC and EPSRC heightens concerns over funding cuts. Read more here.

UnitedHealthcare raises bar for doctors to get paid for radiology services

Starting in April, UnitedHealthcare’s commercial plans will require doctors like internists to submit a full written interpretation and report of radiology images in order to be reimbursed for their professional services, otherwise the insurer will consider that included in the…

Brain waves could help paralyzed patients move again

People with spinal cord injuries often lose the ability to move their arms or legs. In many cases, the nerves in the limbs remain healthy, and the brain continues to function normally. The loss of movement happens because damage to…

Cancer Patients’ Views on AI and Data Protection

Artificial intelligence AI is becoming increasingly visible across oncology services, from diagnostics and treatment planning to administrative workflows. Cancer patients demonstrated a balanced view of artificial intelligence, combining awareness and openness with defined boundaries. Read more here.

Applying for the NIHR Predoctoral Award

Are you working on your NIHR Predoctoral application? Join NIHR FREE webinar to learn more about the award and get your questions answered directly by the funding committee. The webinar will cover: what to consider when developing your application …

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