The Office for Budget Responsibility warned that Theresa May’s promise of more cash for the NHS was likely to impact on the public finances, as NHS England chief executive Simon Stevens outlined his priorities for spending the money to the Health Service Journal. New health and social care secretary Matt Hancock was due to give his first speech in his new job, and to unveil details of a much-anticipated technology fund for sustainability and transformation partnerships. The Care Quality Commission revealed worrying variations in radiology reporting times and services, and researchers published an in-depth study of the impact of mental health apps that was not entirely positive. Also this week: the latest Highland Marketing blog explains sales acceleration and how it can form an effective part of the marketing mix.
Healthcare Roundup 20 July 2018
