NHS app to use AI to determine which service best for patients
The NHS is integrating AI into its official app to help patients determine the most appropriate healthcare services for their needs.
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The brief
The NHS app will utilize artificial intelligence to direct patients toward the correct medical services. This technology will be used to determine whether patients require a GP appointment or other types of care.
Coverage from the BBC, The Guardian, and The Telegraph emphasizes the AI's role in service navigation. Additionally, Digital Health reports that the NHS is backing the rollout of integrated AVT as part of a £10bn tech funding package.
Future developments include the implementation of these AI tools within the app and the continued rollout of technology funded by the £10bn investment.
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Quick answers
What will the AI do for NHS patients?
It will determine which service is best for the patient and specifically indicate if they need a GP appointment.
How much funding is being allocated to tech updates?
According to Digital Health, there is £10bn in tech funding.
Which platforms will host this AI functionality?
The AI will be integrated into the NHS app.
Coverage (5)
- NHS backs rollout of integrated AVT as part of £10bn tech funding Home | Digital Health · 8h ago
- Less than two months to Health Tech World Live Health Tech World · 8h ago
- NHS to use AI on its app to direct patients to appropriate services The Guardian · 8h ago
- AI will tell NHS patients if they need a GP appointment The Telegraph · 8h ago
- NHS app to use AI to determine which service best for patients BBC · 8h ago broke it first
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