DHSC publishes code for AI and data in NHS UKAuthority

The Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) has laid out 10 principles for the use AI and data driven tech in healthcare. They form the core of its new code of conduct for the technologies, aimed at ensuring their developers are focused on protecting patient data. Drawn up with the support of the industry, academics and patient groups, the code is aimed at making it easier for suppliers to develop technologies to treat conditions such as dementia, obesity and cancer, and to help health and care providers choose safe and effective solutions. Most of the 10 principles focus on issues already familiar to the debate around developing technology and data for public services. Define the outcome and how the technology will contribute to it. Use data that is in line with appropriate guidelines for the purpose for which it is being used.