Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to computer systems that aim to perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence, such as problem-solving and decision-making. AI is a rapidly growing area of technology and innovation, sparking excitement about its potential for improving healthcare outcomes. Read more

Many public health policies (i.e. decisions relating to healthcare for the whole population) could be altered to improve health outcomes, value for money, or both. For example, in heart disease we could change the timing or frequency of risk assessments. Read more

UPDATE: This research project is currently paused pending a review. Further updates will be provided in due course. Who gets ill, when, and with which diseases and outcomes, are key questions for individuals, clinicians and healthcare systems. The COVID-19 pandemic… Read more

This research project is awarded through a funding call by Health Data Research UK and the Alan Turing Institute as part of the wider Data and Connectivity National Core Study. Further details on this project are available here. Read more

This research project is awarded through a funding call by Health Data Research UK and the Alan Turing Institute as part of the wider Data and Connectivity National Core Study. Further details on this project are available here. Read more

The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is a new virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic, which has caused many deaths worldwide. We are worried that some long-term (“chronic”) diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes, can worsen COVID-19… Read more

Cardiovascular disease (CVD, including heart attacks and strokes) remains one of the leading causes of death in the UK. There are a number of conditions that commonly increase an individual’s risk of developing CVD. Some of these conditions, such as… Read more

Although cardiovascular disease (CVD), including heart attacks and strokes, is still the leading cause of death in the UK, the risk of CVD events and death can be reduced by identifying and treating major risk factors such as high blood… Read more

Cardiovascular disease (CVD), comprising mostly heart attacks and strokes, is one of the UK’s leading causes of death and disability. It is far better and cheaper to prevent CVD than to treat patients after they get sick. Read more

Coronavirus (COVID-19) directly impacts individuals who become infected with the virus. It can also influence people’s healthcare decisions (such as deciding not to attend medical appointments for fear of infection). In addition, hospitals have sometimes had to prioritise treatment of… Read more