At the South West Academic Health Science Network (SW AHSN), we are tackling the issue of smoking in pregnancy by playing a key role in the regional Maternity and Neonatal Safety Improvement Programme (MatNeoSIP). To mark the Stoptober campaign, Tracey Sargent – Maternity Improvement Adviser at the SW AHSN – talks to a young mum, who quit Read More
New search begins for AI tools to save lives and improve care
A second competition for artificial intelligence technologies to receive funding through the £140m AI in Health and Care Award will open on 3 November, and close at 1pm on 8 December 2020. Technology companies, researchers and developers will be able to apply for help to develop and test AI products which meet the strategic aims Read More
Safer care during COVID-19
A rapid-learning report on the role of Patient Safety Collaboratives (PSCs) during the pandemic has been published by the AHSN Network. PSCs are just one part of the health and care system which responded quickly to the immediate crisis from COVID-19 in March. They reprioritised their day-to-day work and took on new programmes at speed, Read More
SW AHSN appoints new Director of Programmes to lead our portfolio of programmes spreading innovative practice
We are delighted to announce Anita Randon as our new Director of Programmes. Anita (pictured, right) will join the organisation in October, bringing a track record in spreading innovative practice and delivering sustainable change in health and care systems across the country. Anita joins us having been running her own strategy and transformation business for Read More
Innovators supporting UK economic recovery
Over the past six months, this country along with the rest of the world has been experiencing unique challenges in terms of business continuity and economic prosperity. Many businesses are struggling with the changes imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic. To help demonstrate hope for the future, The AHSN Network’s Innovation Exchange is showcasing some of Read More