Coronavirus: can we keep track of our sensitive data?
The current crisis has prompted an openness to sharing information and a willingness to forego some of the usual restrictions on doing so – even with commercial entities. PublicTechnology examines the current climate, including two major public-private collaborations, and what it means for personal data, now and in the future
‘Deadly disinformation’ – MPs claim Chinese obfuscation of data has cost lives
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NHS asks citizens to contribute to Coronavirus Status Checker data-gathering tool
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Hancock issues six-month order for NHS to share confidential patient data
Usual limitations relaxed as organisations across the NHS are told to share data in fight against coronavirus
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Scotland launches website to coordinate volunteering
Online platform will bring together information and point people towards where and how they can provide support
UK missed out on EU ventilator scheme after email invite mix-up, government claims
Breakdown in communication caused UK to miss out on initial procurement – but government may yet join in European scheme
Government and MPs ask for public support in fight against coronavirus fake news
Select committee and ministers ask for citizens to be on the lookout for false information spread online
DWP puts money into Verify after claimants report long delays in UC application process
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Government issues call for ‘rapid sanitising technology” for ambulances
MoD agency seeks potential suppliers of mobile options to expedite cleaning process
Government launches WhatsApp chatbot for coronavirus advice
Service offers range of information options, including latest statistics and prevention tips
NHS launches online ‘isolation notes’ service for employees
Those unable to attend work will be able to obtain evidence via website or 111 service
Scottish MSP creates ‘Viral Kindness’ helpline
Vulnerable and lonely people can call for free to obtain support with isolation or practical help
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Sussex NHS trust floats £18m deal for IT refresh and managed service
Organisation seeks to sign partner to five-year deal
Twitter directs #Coronavirus searches to NHS website as government steps up social media push
Government ramps up engagement with tech firms in bid to promote accurate advice and information
NHS app adopted by just 0.4% of eligible population in first year
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Public Health England launches online coronavirus tracker
Tool enables the public to keep track of daily infection totals and locations of reported cases
The Sisyphean task of interoperability should be the NHS’s biggest tech priority
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How AI is helping Bradford NHS trust through winter pressures
Technology is helping to create bed capacity and keep surgery on schedule at Bradford NHS trust. Gill Hitchcock reports on what this means for patients and staff in what is typically a busy time of year