ABHI 30: NHS Long-Term Plan Promises Diagnosis And Tech Uptake Boost For Industry And Patients

Executive Summary

The over-running NHS England Long-Term Plan, to be released in full on Jan. 7, was a central discussion theme at the ABHI’s Market Conference last fall, an occasion that marked 30 years of the association’s support for industry. Early indications about the plan are that digital, early diagnosis, long-term and mental health care are among the key themes and challenges that will be addressed, and supported by the five-year funding boost announced last year. But is the cash settlement enough, and does the plan push the right buttons?