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UK govt launches public consultation to tackle ‘modern slavery in NHS supply chain’

New measures would require public bodies to actively identify and mitigate modern slavery risks.

UK NHS to curb reliance on agency staff, save billions

The UK government proposes new measures that if implemented could generate substantial savings for the NHS, enhance the quality of care, and improve patient safety.

UK launches online platform to mobalise public opinion on NHS future

Public, NHS staff, and experts have been invited to Shape 10-Year Health Plan.

UK invites applications for developers of AI medical devices

The MHRA is calling manufacturers to join the AI Airlock regulatory sandbox aiming to address regulatory challenges in healthcare.

Europe under threat of new Covid-19 wave, booster campaign makes slow start

Public health experts warn that vaccine fatigue & confusion over available vaccines will limit booster uptake. Cases in the EU are rising as global numbers decline, based on WHO data.

Anti-inflammatory drugs reduce hospitalisation, deaths from Covid, WHO says

Adding drugs that block immune protein called interleukin-6 to already widely used treatment, corticosteroids, reduces the risk of death and the need for breathing assistance, WHO said.

UK spies help National Health Service fight cyber crimes linked to Covid pandemic

Covid forced millions to work from home and fueled anxieties about the virus, presenting a tempting target for cyber criminals, resulting in an increase in phishing & malware attacks.

Saudi Arabia concerned about flu season, UK’s tracing not working & other global Covid news

As the Covid-19 pandemic shows no signs of letting up, ThePrint highlights the most important stories on the crisis from across the globe.

Smell-loss survey suggests Covid is widespread in UK’s health workers

About two-thirds of the London NHS staffers surveyed reported diminished ability to taste or smell, a prominent, early Covid symptom, shows new research.

Donald Trump makes America ‘sick again’ & DIY masks for UK

The best cartoons of the week, chosen by the editors at ThePrint.

On Camera

Youth Congress, your foolish protest helped the Modi govt climb out of the AI summit hole

In tactical terms, the shirtless protest was worse than a self-goal. Suddenly, the fiascos of the AI Summit were forgotten, and the Youth Congress’s disruption became the issue.

In the West, there’s anxiety. In India, optimism—Rishi Sunak says India poised to be leader in AI

On Wednesday, the former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was speaking in New Delhi at a Carnegie & Observer Research Foundation event on AI.

MoD, IAF agree on some exemptions to HAL for Tejas Mk1A, but no compromise on ‘must-have’ capabilities

IAF is fine with accepting the aircraft with 'must-haves', even if some other steps remain pending, which may take at least another year, it is learnt.

No country is ever fully sovereign. Cold War era taught India its real meaning

India’s fraught neighbourhood places multiple constraints on its strategic choices. It leaves no time to take a deep breath, lean back and reset.