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NL-context Trends in de markt voor tand- en visieverzekeringen, zoals selectieve contractering en AI-gebruik, beïnvloeden de Nederlandse zorgmarkt en de beschikbaarheid van zorgtechnologie.

The dental and vision benefits market is influenced by trends such as selective contracting, use of AI, and interest in value-based care. These trends are affecting the market's dynamics.

NL-context Kunstmatige intelligentie kan jonge onderzoekers ondersteunen bij het ontwikkelen van nieuwe onderzoeksideeën, wat kan leiden tot verbeteringen in de kwaliteit en veiligheid van zorg.

[Comment] Can large language models help young researchers develop new clinical research ideas?. The foundation of science begins with defining the most important ideas.1 Traditionally, this process of identifying new research questions (ideas or gaps) relies on a (often senior) scientist and their team to synthesise previous research, understand the direction of the field, consolidate feedback from colleagues and expert opinions, and build consensus through discussions and many meetings.2 To address more complex research problems such as translational or interdisciplinary science, team-based interactive discussions extending beyond traditional single-specialty groups are needed.

NL-context Nieuwe EU-regelgeving vereist dat zorginstellingen die AI-systemen gebruiken of willen gebruiken, uiterlijk in augustus 2026 transparant zijn over hoe deze systemen werken.

The EU AI Act's Article 50 sets transparency rules for AI providers and deployers, with compliance required by August 2026. This impacts the use of AI in healthcare, necessitating transparency in AI systems.

NL-context Toezichthouders met digitale kennis zijn cruciaal voor een veilig en effectief gebruik van technologie en AI in de Nederlandse zorg.

Simone van Golden promoveerde op de rol van toezichthouders met digitale expertise en deelt haar inzichten over de invloed ervan op de digitale strategie in de zorg. IT is cruciaal voor de zorg, zoals een hack bij ChipSoft aantoonde.

NL-context In het VK wordt gewerkt aan een digitale toegangspoort tot de NHS; in NL is vergelijkbare ontwikkeling gaande met 'MijnZorg' en andere digitale platformen.

Co-creating the digital front door to the NHS. The NHS App enables millions of people to access essential healthcare services, but some struggle to use it. Tanja Galloway, Lisa Collins and Simon Davis explore the challenges and share practical insights for making user research inclusive and accessible so no one is left behind. The NHS App enables millions of people to access essential healthcare services. As part of the government’s 10 Year Health Plan, by 2028 the NHS App will become a full digital front door to the NHS. Yet for many, this digital future feels out of reach.  Some risk being left behind due to barriers that prevent them from accessing, or confidently using, the NHS App.

NL-context Nieuwe AI-technologie kan zorgverleners in Nederland in staat stellen om patiënten op afstand te monitoren en preventief in te grijpen bij gezondheidsproblemen.

Throne, a health startup, has developed a toilet camera that uses AI to examine stool for gut health and hydration analysis. The system is currently in beta.

NL-context Zorgbestuurders in Nederland worstelen met veranderingen in het zorglandschap en de impact hiervan op de organisatie en de zorgprofessionals.

Bestuurders Meander MC en OLVG: ‘Verandering is pijnlijk en dat moet je zeggen’. Ziekenhuisbestuurders Astrid Posthouwer (Meander Medisch Centrum) en Wietske Vrijland (OLVG) geven leiding in een zorglandschap waarin grote veranderingen zoals strategieherziening, digitalisering en schaarste tegelijk om aandacht vragen. Hoe geef je richting als je niet weet waar je over tien jaar staat?

NL-context Amerikaanse farmaceuten als Eli Lilly investeren in gentherapie; dit kan in de toekomst ook in Nederland nieuwe behandelopties voor zeldzame ziektes opleveren.

Eli Lilly Grows Again in Genetic Medicines, Buying Startup With a New Way to Deliver DNA. Engage Bio developed a platform technology that enables non-viral delivery of DNA to cells. The acquisition is the latest in a series of Eli Lilly deals that expand the pharmaceutical company’s pipeline and capabilities in genetic medicines. The post Eli Lilly Grows Again in Genetic Medicines, Buying Startup With a New Way to Deliver DNA appeared first on MedCity News.

NL-context Nieuwe medicijnen zoals retatrutide van Eli Lilly kunnen een gamechanger zijn in de behandeling van obesitas, een groeiend gezondheidsprobleem in Nederland.

Eli Lilly’s Triple Combo Obesity Drug Tops 28% Weight Loss in a Pivotal Trial. Eli Lilly’s retatrutide set a high mark in weight loss for obesity drugs, but with clinical trial results that show some new side effects. More detailed data from the Phase 3 study are scheduled for presentation next month during the American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions meeting. The post Eli Lilly’s Triple Combo Obesity Drug Tops 28% Weight Loss in a Pivotal Trial appeared first on MedCity News.

NL-context Het gebruik van gezondheidsdata voor onderzoek moet transparant en veilig gebeuren om publiek vertrouwen te behouden, een kwestie die ook speelt in de Nederlandse zorg.

The NHS Research Secure Data Environment Network focuses on security and transparency when handling health data for research, with a newly launched Registration Service. This approach aims to maintain public trust in the use of health data.

NL-context Digitale zorgoplossingen zoals ADLIFE kunnen een effectieve manier zijn om chronische ziekten te beheersen, potentieel de kwaliteit en veiligheid van zorg in Nederland verbeterend.

A quasi-experimental trial assessed the ADLIFE intervention, a digital solution for patients with advanced chronic diseases. The study suggests that digital solutions like ADLIFE can be effective in managing chronic diseases.

NL-context Overmatig gebruik van AI in medisch onderwijs kan leiden tot gebrek aan ontwikkeling van essentiële klinische vaardigheden bij Nederlandse zorgverleners.

The rise of AI in medical education risks creating a generation of healthcare professionals who never develop essential clinical skills due to over-reliance on technology. This phenomenon, termed 'AI-induced never-skilling', poses significant implications for the future of medical practice and education.

NL-context Tekortschietende digitale infrastructuur in gehandicaptenzorg leidt tot veiligheidsrisico's en extra werk voor zorgverleners.

The gehandicaptenzorg sector faces challenges in providing digital care due to insufficient ICT infrastructure, leading to potential safety risks. Risk analyses are not always conducted, and caregivers often have to exchange digital information manually.

NL-context Groeiende digitale gezondheidsmarkt beïnvloedt beschikbaarheid en kosten van zorginnovatie in Nederland.

100+ Digital Health CEOs on Navigating Growth, Change, And Challenges. Each year, Rock Health brings together more than 100 digital health CEOs for candid, closed-door conversations about how to build a successful company in digital health. For the 2021 Digital Health CEO Summit, co-hosted with Venture Lab at the University of Pennsylvania, we were joined by a diverse group of CEOs whose organizations’ growth stages ranged from pre-seed all the way through successful exits. Discussions focused on topics like crafting pitches, going to market, inclusive hiring practices, and navigating times of uncertainty. In this intimate setting, CEOs shared honest and valuable insights about their experiences in transforming healthcare. 100+ Digital Health CEOs on Navigating Growth, Change, And Challenges first appeared on Rock Health.

NL-context Nederlandse zorg krijgt toegang tot nieuwe, digitale diagnostische tools voor neurodegeneratieve ziekten zoals Alzheimer en Parkinson door uitbreiding van MoCA Cognition.

MoCA Cognition expands to the EU with new innovation hub in the Netherlands. Montreal-based MoCA Cognition, a leader in cognitive health technology, is making its first foray into Europe by establishing an innovation hub in the Netherlands. There, it will advance its world-renowned digital assessment tools for neurodegenerative diseases. The company is known for its MoCA Test, an advanced diagnostic test that detects cognitive diseases like Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s […]

NL-context Nieuwe EU-richtlijnen over dataprotectie en mededinging krijgen impact op inzet AI in Nederlandse zorginstellingen.

Stakeholder event on competition and data protection. Brussels, 23 April – The EDPB is organising a remote stakeholder event in the context of its joint work with the European Commission on upcoming guidelines on the interplay between competition and data protection.  The event is an opportunity for stakeholders to inform and support the ongoing work on this topic. It also reflects the EDPB’s commitment to stakeholder engagement and cross-regulatory cooperation, as outlined in the Helsinki statement and in the EDPB Strategy 2024-2027. Join the event to have your say This is your chance to contribute directly to a fast-evolving and highly relevant policy area. The EDPB will launch a call for expressions of interest to participate in the stakeholder event. Further details on the date and format will be published on the EDPB website.

NL-context AI als co-klinisch assistent kan zorgverlening in Nederland efficiënter en effectiever maken door artsen te ondersteunen bij diagnoses en behandelingen.

Researching the path to AI-augmented care and development of an AI co-clinician.

NL-context Zorgverleners en ICT-specialisten moeten beter samenwerken om digitale systemen te ontwikkelen die zorgverlening ondersteunen en niet hinderen.

The current disconnect between digital systems and daily work of healthcare professionals is partly due to ineffective communication between care professionals and ICT professionals. Improved collaboration is needed to develop supportive technology.

NL-context In de VS krijgen rurale gebieden miljoenen euro's om digitale zorgtechnologie te ontwikkelen, wat Nederlandse zorgorganisaties kan inspireren om zelf innovatieve technologie voor landelijke gebieden in te zetten.

From West to East, rural health technology funding is up for grabs. States are buzzing with requests for proposals or impending new ones to fulfill their goals laid out in year one of their approved Rural Health Transformation Programs funding. To name just three: Nevada is asking for applicants for more than $26 million, while Utah is set to open an RFP for a $6 million value-based care network. In New England, Vermont is ready to get artificial intelligence-driven documentation tools to its rural care providers.

NL-context Nieuwe AI-governancetools als CUGA kunnen de inzet van kunstmatige intelligentie in de Nederlandse zorg veiliger en transparanter maken.

A new policy system called CUGA is proposed to govern generalist LLM agents in compound workflows, ensuring predictable, auditable, and compliance-aware behavior. The system is demonstrated in a healthcare scenario, showcasing its ability to enforce policy interventions at every critical stage of execution.

NL-context Nederlandse zorgleiders die AI-implementatie uitstellen, lopen grote risico's en eenmalige implementatie is onvoldoende; continu verbeteren is vereist.

Dutch healthcare executives who delay AI implementation face significant risks. A one-time implementation is not enough; AI requires ongoing transformation.

NL-context Uitwisselbaarheid van gezondheidsdata tussen verschillende systemen wordt crucial voor de inzet van AI in de Nederlandse zorg.

The MedCity Pivot Podcast features a conversation with Particle Health's CEO, Jason Prestinario, discussing the current state of healthcare interoperability and related lawsuits against Epic.

NL-context Betere betrokkenheid van patiënten bij klinische proeven kan leiden tot succesvollere onderzoeksresultaten en efficiëntere zorgverlening.

Sponsor organizations that neglect patient engagement in decentralized clinical trials risk higher dropout rates, missing data, and failed endpoints. Effective patient engagement is crucial for successful trial outcomes.

NL-context Nieuwe AI-platforms voor mentaal welzijn, zoals The Path, kunnen de markt voor digitale zorg in Nederland beïnvloeden en mogelijk nieuwe opties bieden voor patiënten en zorgverleners.

Tony Robbins AI mental health startup The Path raises $14.3M. The Path, an AI therapy platform focused on mental wellness, has raised $14.3 million in seed funding. Prime Movers Lab led the round, with participation from Apolo Anton Ohno, Deontay Wilder, Designer Fund and others. The company was cofounded by Tony Robbins; Anson Whitmer, a founding member of the Calm app and former leader of its data science and AI team; and Tyler Sheaffer, founder of Calm's engineering team. WHAT IT DOES

NL-context Nederlanders gebruiken digitale zorgplatforms weinig, terwijl ze wel actief zijn online voor andere diensten, wat de inzet van AI in de zorg kan beïnvloeden.

Uit onderzoek van ING blijkt dat Nederlanders nog maar weinig gebruikmaken van digitale zorgomgevingen, terwijl ze wel digitaal bankzaken en reisboekingen regelen.

NL-context Minder externe inhuur en efficiëntere overheid Rijk kunnen leiden tot veranderingen in samenwerking tussen Rijk en zorginstellingen.

Rijksoverheid wordt efficiënter en effectiever – minder externe inhuur, stijging aantal ambtenaren vlakt af. Het Rijk heeft in 2025 verdere stappen gezet naar een efficiëntere en effectievere overheid. Dat blijkt uit de Jaarrapportage Bedrijfsvoering Rijk 2025 die staatssecretaris van Koninkrijksrelaties en Slagvaardige Overheid Eric van der Burg naar de Tweede Kamer heeft gestuurd. De rapportage laat zien hoe het Rijk werkt aan een slimmere, compactere en beter functionerende overheid – met aandacht voor onder meer de thema’s personeel, digitalisering, inkoop en integriteit.

NL-context Gehandicaptenzorgorganisaties in Nederland hebben moeite om digitale zorgvormen veilig en goed te implementeren door ontoereikende ICT-infrastructuur.

Gehandicaptenzorg worstelt met digitale vormen van zorg. Organisaties in de gehandicaptenzorg hebben hun ICT-basis vaak niet genoeg op orde om goed en veilig digitale vormen van zorg (e-health) te bieden. Risicoanalyses worden niet altijd uitgevoerd. Zorgverleners moeten nog vaak digitale informatie met...

NL-context Nederlandse zorginstellingen die AI-systemen gebruiken of willen gebruiken, moeten voldoen aan nieuwe regelgeving en toezicht vanuit de Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (AP) en de Rijksdienst voor het intellectueel eigendom (

Toezicht op AI wordt concreet: sleutelrol voor de AP en de RDI. Het kabinet heeft het wetsvoorstel bekendgemaakt over hoe Nederland het toezicht op de Europese AI-verordening kan gaan organiseren. Staatssecretaris Aerdts (Digitale Economie en Soevereiniteit) heeft de Tweede Kamer hierover geïnformeerd en de uitvoeringswet AI-verordening maandag 20 april 2026 in internetconsultatie gebracht.

NL-context Het gebruik van single-arm trials voor goedkeuring van nieuwe behandelingen roept ethische vragen op over de kwaliteit van bewijs en patiëntveiligheid.

What if all participants get the same treatment? An ethical perspective on single arm trials. Randomised controlled trials have traditionally been considered the gold standard for evidence on the efficacy of new treatments. However, applications to marketing authorisation are increasingly based on data stemming from single arm trials (SATs), which do not randomise to a control arm and in which all patients receive the treatment under study. This has generated debate over the characteristics and methodological limitations of SATs and the appropriateness of SATs’ data to inform marketing authorisations. This paper discusses SATs from an ethical perspective by exploring (1) The ethical concerns raised by SATs’ methodological limitations; (2) SATs’ risk–benefit assessment; and (3) How to address ethical concerns raised by SATs with a favourable risk–benefit ratio. Given the ethical quandaries associated with SATs’ methodological limitations, this analysis will highlight the relevance of (1) An independent and design-specific review from both scientific and ethical perspectives, and (2) An adequate informed consent process for prospective participants.

NL-context Verbinding genetische data met medische dossiers kan Nederlandse zorgverleners in staat stellen om AI-toepassingen te ontwikkelen die patiëntenzorg personaliseren.

23andMe is partnering with HealthEx to allow users to import their medical records. This integration enables users to link their genetic data with their medical history.

NL-context Ontwikkelingen in de internationale farmaceutische markt kunnen impact hebben op de beschikbaarheid van nieuwe medicijnen voor zeldzame ziektes in Nederland.

BioMarin’s Mixed Bag of Phase 3 Data Dim Prospects for Rare Disease Drug. A BioMarin Pharmaceutical drug met just one of two main goals of a Phase 3 test in a rare inherited enzyme deficiency with no FDA-approved therapies. The drug, a fusion protein, came from BioMarin’s 2025 acquisition of Inozyme Pharma. The post BioMarin’s Mixed Bag of Phase 3 Data Dim Prospects for Rare Disease Drug appeared first on MedCity News.

NL-context Ouderenzorg kan efficiënter en effectiever worden gemaakt door digitale hulpmiddelen die aansluiten bij de dagelijkse praktijk van zorgverleners en cliënten.

Digitale innovaties in de ouderenzorg moeten aansluiten op de dagelijkse praktijk van zorgverleners en cliënten. Professionals met kennis van zowel zorg als digitalisering zijn hiervoor nodig.

NL-context Zorgprofessionals in Nederland hebben baat bij betere digitale vaardigheden om efficiënter te werken en betere zorg te leveren.

Gebrekkige digitale vaardigheden kosten zorgprofessionals nog altijd veel tijd. Het verbeteren van digitale vaardigheden kan tijdswinst en betere zorg opleveren.

NL-context Patiëntenorganisatie MIND eist betere beveiliging van medische gegevens in de GGZ na een reeks datalekken, om patiënten te beschermen tegen misbruik.

Dringende oproep tot betere beveiliging data in de GGZ. Patiëntenorganisatie MIND roept het kabinet op om uiterst terughoudend te zijn met verdere gegevensuitwisseling in de ggz. De oproep volgt mede naar aanleiding van een reeks grote datalekken in de zorgsector. Vooral medische gegevens zijn geliefd bij criminelen vanwege hun gevoelige aard, terwijl de...

NL-context Ziekenhuizen laten een bewezen effectieve app voor darmziekten onbenut, terwijl dit kosten kan besparen en patiënten ten goede kan komen.

Ziekenhuizen weigeren een app voor coaching op afstand voor patiënten met chronische darmziekten in te zetten, terwijl deze methode bewezen effectief is en aanzienlijke kostenbesparingen kan opleveren. Hierdoor worden mogelijk tientallen miljoenen euro's per jaar niet behaald.

NL-context Nieuwe Europese AI-regelgeving leidt tot aanscherping toezicht op inzet AI in Nederlandse zorginstellingen.

The Dutch government has announced a bill to organize supervision on the European AI regulation. The bill, which is now in internet consultation, outlines the role of the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) and the Digital Infrastructure Authority (RDI) in supervising AI.

NL-context Amerikaanse investeringen in AI-platform voor zorgverzekeraars raken de Nederlandse markt voor zorginformatica en -innovatie.

Anomaly Raises $17M for AI-Powered Payer Intelligence Platform. Anomaly’s $17 million round was led by Sound Ventures and included participation from Alumni Ventures, Link Ventures, Redesign Health and RRE Ventures. The post Anomaly Raises $17M for AI-Powered Payer Intelligence Platform appeared first on MedCity News.

NL-context Internationaal signaal, NL-implicaties indirect: Toegestane AI-technologie voor sepsisvoorspelling in Maleisië kan Nederlandse zorgmarkt beïnvloeden.

Malaysia OKs Korean AI for sepsis prediction and more AI briefs. Korean AI for sepsis prediction cleared in Malaysia AITRICS from South Korea has received Class C medical device approval from Malaysia's Medical Device Authority for its AI software for predicting patient deterioration. The AITRICS-VC, or VitalCare, uses hospital electronic medical record data to identify patients at risk of early deterioration, supporting faster clinical decisions and intervention.

NL-context Zorginstellingen moeten ICT-systemen, ook die voor AI-toepassingen, actief beveiligen tegen cyberaanvallen en datalekken volgens de Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens.

The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) will proactively audit ICT suppliers to prevent cyberattacks and data breaches. This aims to encourage timely adjustments to digital security arrangements.

NL-context Nieuwe EU-richtlijnen voor databescherming bij wetenschappelijk onderzoek, inclusief gebruik van AI, hebben directe gevolgen voor Nederlandse zorginstellingen die persoonsgegevens verwerken.

EDPB brings clarity to data processing for scientific research, speeds up the finalisation of the anonymisation guidelines and approves first European data protection seal as a tool for transfers . Brussels, 16 April – During its latest plenary, the EDPB has adopted Guidelines on processing of personal data for scientific research purposes. In addition, the Board has created a team to speed up the finalisation of the guidelines on anonymisation. The EDPB has also adopted two opinions on the two sets of the Europrivacy certification criteria for approval as European Data Protection Seals, one of which to be used as a tool for transfers. Many areas of scientific research rely on the processing of individuals’ personal data, and this has driven significant scientific breakthroughs that benefit society. The rise of new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, also contributes to scientific progress by enabling researchers to use and analyse data in innovative ways. The main objective of the EDPB guidelines on scientific research is to provide more clarity for researchers and make GDPR compliance easier, while ensuring the protection of individuals’ fundamental rights. “Scientific research can drive societal progress and improve our daily lives.  Our guidelines facilitate innovative research by helping researchers to navigate the GDPR. The EDPB is committed to supporting the scientific community and unlocking the full potential of scientific research in the EU while upholding data protection rights." EDPB Chair, Anu Talus In its guidelines, the Board provides clarifications on the concept of ‘scientific research’. To determine if the processing takes place for scientific research purposes in the meaning of the GDPR, the Board provides six key-indicative factors that should be considered, in addition to the nature, scope, context and purposes of processing. These are: 1) methodical and systematic approach, 2) adherence to ethical standard, 3) verifiability and tra...

NL-context Patiënten in Nederland krijgen via MijnZuyderland-app directe en veilige toegang tot hun medische gegevens, wat zorgverlening en patiëntcommunicatie kan verbeteren.

Zuyderland heeft de MijnZuyderland-app gelanceerd, waardoor patiënten eenvoudiger toegang krijgen tot hun medische gegevens. De app biedt directe en veilige toegang tot het online patiëntportaal.

NL-context Nieuwe EU-richtlijnen voor databescherming bij wetenschappelijk onderzoek hebben directe gevolgen voor Nederlandse zorginstellingen die AI-systemen gebruiken of plannen te gebruiken, omdat zij moeten voldoen aan de GDPR-

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has adopted guidelines on processing personal data for scientific research, providing clarity for researchers and facilitating GDPR compliance while protecting individuals' rights. The guidelines focus on the concept of 'scientific research' and offer key factors to determine if processing aligns with GDPR.

NL-context Australië investeert miljoenen in uitbreiding digitaal zorgdossier, Nederland kan hiervan leren bij ontwikkeling eigen digitale zorgplatforms.

Budget 2026: Australia funds $400M more for My Health Record . The Australian government will invest over $400 million to enhance the national digital health record system, My Health Record, as it works to require the sharing of more key health information by default and develop a new National Digital Child Health Record. In Budget 2026-2027, the federal government set aside A$598.3 million over two years for My Health Record's continued operations and enhancement, including targeted system improvements to support expanded sharing-by-default requirements under the Modernising My Health Record (Sharing by Default) Act 2025.

NL-context Nieuwe AI-software versnelt diagnose epilepsie met factor 30, efficiëntere zorg voor patiënten met epilepsie in Nederlandse ziekenhuizen.

Researchers at Universiteit Twente and Medisch Spectrum Twente have developed AI software that drastically accelerates the assessment of long-term EEG registrations for suspected epilepsy. The AI tool reduces the analysis time from up to three hours to just minutes.

NL-context Nieuwe EU-regelgeving verbiedt 'conversion practices' en heeft gevolgen voor zorginstellingen die dergelijke praktijken toepassen of steunen.

Press Remarks by Commissioner Lahbib at the European Citizens' Initiative to Ban Conversion Practices. European Commission Discours Brussels, 13 May 2026 En décembre, ici à Berlaymont, j'ai rencontré des victimes de pratiques de conversion. Je n'oublierai jamais ce que j'ai entendu. Appelons-la Sarah. Elle m'a ra...

NL-context In Nederland wordt onderzocht of AI een rol kan spelen bij de selectie van patiënten voor orgaant transplantaties, zoals een levertransplantatie.

[Comment] Should AI have a seat in the selection committee for liver transplantation?. Both eligibility and access criteria for liver transplantation (LT) have continued to evolve as indications broaden; consequently, real-world selection committee (SC) deliberations are growing increasingly complex. Although artificial intelligence (AI) has been applied in LT to improve organ allocation and predict postoperative outcomes,1–3 its role in the multidisciplinary assessment of transplantation candidacy remains underexplored.

NL-context In Nederland kan datagedreven besluitvorming in de obesitaszorg bijdragen aan meer gepersonaliseerde en gelijke zorg voor patiënten met overgewicht.

The Data-Driven Decision Support in Obesity Management Commission aims to improve obesity care by leveraging data for more equitable and personalized treatment. This approach could potentially transform the management of obesity.

NL-context Het platform Noorzorgt.nl ondersteunt de ontwikkeling van zorg- en welzijnswerkers in verschillende regio's, wat de arbeidsmarkt in de Nederlandse zorg versterkt.

Noorzorgt.nl is een online platform dat inwoners uit verschillende regio's helpt bij het vinden van werk, opleidingen en ontwikkelkansen in zorg en welzijn.

NL-context Zorgverleners riskeren het vertrouwen van patiënten te schaden door te veel digitale berichten te sturen, wat de kwaliteit en veiligheid van zorg kan beïnvloeden.

Patients are tuning out digital messages due to information overload across channels. This digital fatigue poses a risk to healthcare providers' digital strategies and patient experience.

NL-context Zorginstellingen krijgen toegang tot een landelijk cybercrisisnetwerk om digitale veiligheid te versterken en zorgcontinuïteit te waarborgen.

Z-CERT breidt cybercrisisnetwerk voor zorgsector uit. Nederlandse ziekenhuizen, umc’s en andere zorginstellingen krijgen vanaf 1 april 2026 toegang tot een landelijk cybercrisisnetwerk via Z-CERT. Via dit platform kunnen zorgorganisaties 24 uur per dag gespecialiseerde hulp inschakelen bij cyberincidenten. Met de uitbreiding wil Z-CERT de digitale weer...

NL-context Nieuwe Europese sjabloon voor Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA's) helpt zorginstellingen bij gebruik van AI-systemen om persoonsgegevens te beschermen.

Enhancing compliance and consistency: EDPB adopts DPIA template. Brussels, 14 April - In line with the EDPB’s Helsinki Statement to make GDPR compliance easier and strengthen consistency across Europe, the EDPB has adopted a template for Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA). The template will help organisations structure, harmonise and evidence their DPIA reporting processes. The template is complemented by an explainer document providing concise explanations for completing this template effectively, by breaking down key concepts in a simple language and addressing possible questions and knowledge gaps controllers might have. A DPIA is a process required in situations where the processing is likely to result in a high risk, to describe how personal data will be processed, assess whether the processing is necessary and appropriate, and identify and reduce risks to individuals’ rights and freedoms. The EDPB template has been conceived to support organisations step by step in this process while filling the template. Controllers can conduct their risk analysis and management processes as they prefer, using the DPIA methodology of their choice. While it is not mandatory for organisations to use the EDPB template, it allows them to benefit from predefined fields that prompt complete and structured responses. This will help ensure that all necessary information is captured accurately while minimising the risk of errors and saving time. The template will be subject to public consultation until 9 June, providing stakeholders with the opportunity to comment and provide feedback. Following the public consultation, all Data Protection Authorities will initiate the necessary steps to adopt this template either as their sole standard or as a ‘meta-template’ to which national-specific templates will align. In the meantime, organisations are en...

NL-context Indiase initiatieven voor digitale gezondheidsplatforms kunnen Nederlandse zorginformatiestructuren inspireren om efficiënter en samenhangender te worden.

India unveils digital health aggregator platform. India's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has moved to consolidate its public health IT architecture with a new digital platform aimed at reducing duplicate reporting and fragmented data across national health programmes. The Swasth Bharat Portal has been launched as an aggregator platform that brings multiple national health programme systems onto a single interface through an application programming interface-based federated architecture. WHY IT MATTERS

NL-context Indiase upgrade van digitaal platform voor moeder- en kindzorg laat zien hoe digitalisering zorgcontinuïteit kan verbeteren, relevant voor Nederlandse zorginnovatie.

India upgrades maternal, child health platform. India's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has upgraded its maternal and child health platform to improve digital health monitoring and continuity of care for women and children. Called JANANI (Journey of Antenatal, Natal and Neonatal Integrated Care), the platform helps record and monitor health records of women during their reproductive age.  HOW IT WORKS

NL-context Nederlandse zorgorganisaties kunnen leren van de inzet van 5G-technologie voor betrouwbare teleconsultaties, zoals NHG Health die toepast in Singapore.

NHG senior centres to deliver telehealth with 5G. NHG Health will equip community health posts in senior centres with premium 5G network connectivity to support more reliable teleconsultations for seniors and other residents in Central and North Singapore. Under a partnership with Singtel, the healthcare cluster will deploy the telecommunications conglomerate's 5G+ Priority SIM cards across 40 enhanced CHPs located within Active Ageing Centres by end-2027.

NL-context Een eenduidige identificatiestrategie is essentieel voor een goede uitwisseling van zorggegevens en succesvolle waardegedreven zorg in Nederland.

A webinar sponsored by Verato will explore how a unified identity strategy can enable accurate attribution, strengthen interoperability, and drive value-based care success. This strategy spans patients, providers, and emerging solutions.

NL-context Twentse zorginstellingen ontwikkelen samen een regionale data-infrastructuur om zorgpraktijk, onderzoek en innovatie te ondersteunen.

Zorginstellingen, kennisorganisaties en bedrijven in Twente werken samen aan een regionale data-infrastructuur om zorgpraktijk, onderzoek en innovatie te ondersteunen. 27 zorgorganisaties bouwen aan een gezamenlijke datahub.

NL-context Ontwikkelingen in AI-technologie voor medische beeldvorming vragen extra aandacht voor risico's in alle fasen van ontwikkeling en gebruik om zorgkwaliteit en -veiligheid te borgen.

The absence of full lifecycle risk management for AI-based medical devices in radiology poses significant risks. This oversight can impact the safety and efficacy of AI-driven diagnostic tools.

NL-context In Nederland is vroegtijdige detectie van kanker ook een prioriteit; ziekenhuizen investeren in diagnostische technologieën en analytics om zorg te verbeteren.

Sarasota Memorial IDs lung cancers earlier with analytics platform. Early cancer detection is a core priority for Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, a publicly owned, not-for-profit health system on Florida's Gulf Coast. THE CHALLENGE The health system has invested more than $2 billion developing its Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute in recent years, including building three cancer care facilities bringing the latest diagnostic technologies and treatment to people of the community.

NL-context Toenemend gebruik van AI in de zorg kan leiden tot afhankelijkheid, net als bij verslavingszorg, en vraagt om zorgvuldige inzet en monitoring.

The use of AI in healthcare can lead to dependency on the technology, reducing the discomfort of thinking and potentially causing problems. This issue can be informed by lessons from addiction medicine.

NL-context Digitale gezondheidsinterventies kunnen een waardevolle aanvulling zijn voor de zorg aan adolescenten en jongvolwassenen met kanker in Nederland.

A systematic review and meta-analysis found that digital health interventions can positively impact psychological outcomes in adolescents and young adults with cancer. This suggests that digital health tools could be a valuable addition to cancer care for this population.

NL-context In de Nederlandse zorg kan AI-ondersteuning bij het vastleggen van patiëntgegevens zorgverleners meer tijd geven voor directe patiëntzorg.

Urgent care clinics are using AI scribes to improve documentation efficiency, allowing providers to focus on patient care. This approach helps balance the need for complete, compliant notes with the importance of being fully present with patients.

NL-context Zorgpraktijken in Nederland moeten hun betalingssystemen aanpassen om financiële druk en onzekerheid aan te gaan, door automatisering en betere betaalervaringen.

Healthcare practices must adapt their payment systems to face financial pressure and economic uncertainty. Those that automate and improve payment experiences can reduce costs and volatility.

NL-context Goede documentatie van datasets is cruciaal voor verantwoord gebruik van AI in de Nederlandse zorg, om betrouwbare en veilige zorgverlening te garanderen.

The article discusses the need for suitable dataset documentation to ensure responsible AI usage in healthcare. It analyzes the suitability and usage of health datasets for AI applications.

NL-context Het gebruik van kunstmatige intelligentie in de zorg vraagt aandacht voor ethische en praktische kwesties om kwaliteit en veiligheid te borgen.

A stakeholder focus group study explores the ethical and practical considerations of using artificial intelligence in real-world health care settings. The study aims to identify key issues for implementing AI in healthcare.

NL-context Nieuwe interim-leiding Inspectie Gezondheidszorg en Jeugd: Janet Helder, na vertrek Rob Schuitema, die digitale transformatie in zorg toezicht vormgaf.

Janet Helder has been appointed as interim head inspector at the Inspectie Gezondheidszorg en Jeugd (Healthcare and Youth Inspectorate) effective October 14. This appointment follows the departure of program manager for digital transformation Rob Schuitema.

NL-context Toename van frauduleuze citaties, toegeschreven aan AI-hallucinaties, ondermijnt de betrouwbaarheid van wetenschappelijk onderzoek, inclusief datgene dat gebruikt wordt voor zorginnovatie en -beleid.

Fraudulent citations, blamed on AI hallucinations, are becoming more common in research papers. “Fabricated” citations that do not reference real academic papers are spreading in the literature, polluting the public record of science, a new study found

NL-context Internationaal signaal, NL-implicaties indirect: Mondiale ontwikkelingen in AI-technologie voor zorg kunnen Nederlandse markt beïnvloeden.

South Korean medtech companies ROKIT Healthcare and Seers partner with Middle Eastern healthcare companies to expand AI-enabled health technologies. ROKIT Healthcare partners with Saudi Arabia's LifeHope to integrate its chronic kidney disease prediction AI algorithm.

NL-context Nieuwe EU-regelgeving rondom dataprocessing en AI heeft directe gevolgen voor Nederlandse zorginstellingen die AI-systemen gebruiken of plannen om deze in te zetten.

EDPB annual report 2025: supporting stakeholders through guidance and dialogue. Brussels, 09 April - The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) has published its 2025 Annual Report. The report provides an overview of the EDPB work carried out in 2025 and reflects on important milestones, such as the adoption of the Helsinki Statement on Enhanced Clarity, Support, and Engagement. “In 2025, we saw the data protection landscape change significantly. The rapid expansion of the EU’s digital regulatory framework has added complexity to the data protection ecosystem. To help organisations navigate this complexity and support compliance, the EDPB focused on enhancing legal certainty, making compliance more achievable in practice, and strengthening cooperation, both among Data Protection Authorities and with other regulators.  We also prioritised meaningful dialogue with stakeholders to ensure our work reflected real-world needs. Our achievements support economic growth while continuing to protect individuals’ fundamental rights to privacy and data protection.” EDPB Chair, Anu Talus   The Helsinki’s statement initiatives leading the way In 2025, the EDPB worked actively to address the demand for regulatory simplification to support innovation and economic growth, while ensuring the protection of individuals’ personal data.  With this in mind, the Board adopted the Helsinki Statement on Enhanced Clarity, Support, and Engagement, which outlines new initiatives to make GDPR compliance easier, strengthen consistency, enhance the dialogue and improve transparency with stakeholders and boost cross-regulatory cooperation.   For example, the Board launched a public consultation to ask organisations which templates would be most useful, organised several stakeholder events to consult organisations on upcoming guidelines and systematically published reports on stakeho...

NL-context Elektronische patiëntendossiers kunnen in de Nederlandse zorg minder tijd vragen van zorgverleners dankzij ingezette kunstmatige intelligentie.

The University of Toledo Health implemented ambient AI to decrease open charts and improve documentation, addressing the growing documentation burden on clinicians. This allowed clinicians to focus more on direct patient care and less on administrative tasks.

NL-context Nieuwe AI-technologie kan ziekenhuizen en zorginstellingen in Nederland helpen om patiëntveiligheid en behandelkwaliteit te verbeteren door efficiëntere analyse van incidenten.

An artificial intelligence-based system is proposed to analyze incidents and enhance patient safety and treatment quality. This system aims to improve healthcare by leveraging AI for incident learning.

NL-context Nederlandse zorgorganisaties en professionals werken steeds meer samen met innovatieve partijen om digitale zorgoplossingen te ontwikkelen.

The Digital Health Challenge Lab (DHCL) has grown from an innovation project to a broad collaboration network of healthcare, well-being, and knowledge organizations. Dozens of parties have joined and six new challenges have been initiated.

NL-context Nederlandse zorgregulatoren werken samen om digitale en fysieke weerbaarheid in de zorg te versterken, onder meer vanwege nieuwe regelgeving rondom AI-systemen.

Dutch regulators are intensifying their collaboration to strengthen digital and physical resilience in the healthcare sector, recognizing its importance in the country's digitalized economy and amid growing geopolitical threats.

NL-context Het gebrek aan digitale vaardigheden onder sommige patiënten kan de kwaliteit en veiligheid van zorg in Nederland beïnvloeden.

The Escapekoffer Digitale Inclusie game, developed by Pharos, Racoon, and Jump Serious Games, lets players experience the complexity of digital care. Over 3,500 people have played the game since its launch, highlighting the relevance of digital inclusion in healthcare.

NL-context Nieuwe directeur bij De Hoogstraat Revalidatie benoemd, na problemen met bestuur en invoering digitaal patiëntendossier.

Hugo Keuzenkamp has been appointed as a director of De Hoogstraat Revalidatie after the departure of the previous directors. He initially joined as an interim director due to governance issues and challenges with the implementation of the electronic patient file (EPD).

NL-context Uitbreiding ambulante zorg draagt bij aan groei van zorgaanbieders en vereist slagvaardige zorgorganisaties met flexibele professionals.

First Rehabilitation boosts revenue 37% with outpatient platform. David Kashuba built First Rehabilitation in Palm Beach County, Florida, from the ground up nearly 40 years ago. His son Nick Kashuba now runs operations as COO. The independent physical rehabilitation organization features three locations and has treated more than 80,000 patients. THE CHALLENGE

NL-context Een praktisch kader voor eerlijke en verantwoorde AI in de zorg helpt bij het aanpakken van bias en ongelijkheid in zorgtechnologie.

[Viewpoint] A practical framework for operationalising responsible and equitable artificial intelligence in health care: tackling bias, inequity, and implementation challenges. Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform health care; however, successful integration of AI into health care requires overcoming obstacles, such as biases in data and AI models, and addressing challenges in generating sufficient clinical evidence for deployment. In this Viewpoint, we present a community-based, actionable framework for responsible and ethical development, deployment, and integration of AI-based solutions in health care, emphasising bias mitigation and clinical evidence generation.

NL-context Toename van AI-aangedreven ontdekkingen in de virologie kan leiden tot nieuwe inzichten en behandelopties voor infectieziekten in Nederland.

Artificial Intelligence unveils some 160,000 new virus species, revolutionizing viral discovery. A groundbreaking study reveals how artificial intelligence has identified over 160,000 new RNA virus species, dramatically expanding our understanding of viral diversity. This AI-powered discovery method, developed by an international research team, analyzes genetic ‘dark matter’ to uncover viruses in extreme environments, potentially revolutionizing virology and bioinformatics. The revolutionary discovery of over 160,000 new RNA […]

NL-context Toenemende investeringen in digitale zorgoplossingen in de VS versnellen de ontwikkeling en beschikbaarheid van digitale gezondheidszorgtechnologieën, met gevolgen voor de Nederlandse markt.

Building a Coherent Go-To-Market Strategy for Digital Health Solutions: A Q&A with ZS Associates’ Vijesh Unnikrishnan and Dan MacLeod. Digital health has been a promising, growing space over the past decade. And with the pandemic putting new demands on the healthcare system, demand for digitally-enabled care and services spiked overnight. Even as a light has emerged at the end of the pandemic tunnel, momentum toward digital health shows no signs of slowing down. Over $14B was invested across 2020 in private US digital health companies, a number likely to be dwarfed by 2021 investment, with $6.7B already put to work in Q1 2021. With plenty of funding in tow, more companies are on their way to advancing the promise of digital transformation and achieving meaningful scale. Building a Coherent Go-To-Market Strategy for Digital Health Solutions: A Q&A with ZS Associates’ Vijesh Unnikrishnan and Dan MacLeod first appeared on Rock Health.

NL-context Nederlandse zorg moet ook digitale veiligheid prioriteren bij uitrol digitale zorgplatforms en -diensten.

Cyber first responders: Strengthening NHS defences in the digital age. Martin Jarvis, Incident Management Lead in our Cyber Security Operations Centre (CSOC), explains how the preparedness of individual NHS organisations, working alongside central response capabilities, forms a protective partnership to keep the NHS safe. Driving forward the NHS 10 Year Health Plan’s commitment to move 'from analogue to digital' means cyber security is more critical than ever. As we build a digitally-enabled health service, where patients can access care 24/7 through the NHS App and other digital channels, robust cyber defences are essential for patient safety and continuity of care.

NL-context Nieuwe EU-regelgeving voor kunstmatige intelligentie (AI) stelt eisen aan zorginstellingen die AI-systemen gebruiken of willen gebruiken.

Enforcement of Chapter V under the EU AI Act. This page aims to provide an overview of the EU AI Act’s enforcement provisions relating to Chapter V, namely the provisions that impose obligations on providers of general-purpose AI (GPAI) models. It also aims to explore the role that other actors can play in the enforcement of the AI Act. Summary Coming up in this […]

NL-context Amerikaanse investering in databeschikbaarheid en interoperabiliteit raakt Nederlandse vraagstukken rondom datasharing en integrale zorg.

Healthcare’s data, interoperability, and workflow backbone: Announcing our investment in Zus Health. Historically, the fragmented nature of the U.S. healthcare system has made it nearly impossible for providers, pharmacies, and payers to collaborate and provide coordinated care—and patients have traditionally had almost no access to or control over their own health data. There has generally been little in the way of effective, HIPAA-compliant data sharing between healthcare stakeholders, leaving valuable—and potentially life-saving information—stuck in data silos. Healthcare’s data, interoperability, and workflow backbone: Announcing our investment in Zus Health first appeared on Rock Health.

NL-context NHS England gebruikt tool Proxygen om API-ontwikkeling te versnellen, Nederlandse zorg kan hiervan leren bij digitalisering en efficiëntie.

How we're using Proxygen to transform API development. Jonathan Eagle explains how the NHS England API Management team tackled some of the biggest pain points in API development in the NHS – and how a new tool called Proxygen is cutting integration time with the NHS API Platform from weeks to days.

NL-context Janet Helder is benoemd als hoofdinspecteur ad interim bij de Inspectie Gezondheidszorg en Jeugd, wat toezicht houdt op de inzet van AI-systemen in de zorg.

Janet Helder hoofdinspecteur ad interim bij de Inspectie Gezondheidszorg en Jeugd. Janet Helder is per 14 oktober benoemd tot hoofdinspecteur ad interim bij de Inspectie Gezondheidszorg en Jeugd. Door het einde van de opdracht van programmamanager digitale transformatie Rob Schuitema per 1 oktober ontstond er een vacature in het...

NL-context NHS ontwikkelt een digitaal ontwerp-systeem voor toegankelijke en bruikbare digitale producten, Nederlandse zorg kan hiervan leren bij inzet AI en digitalisering.

Making the NHS design system fit for the future. Tero Väänänen explains why the NHS design system exists and why it plays an important role in fulfilling the 10-year health plan. He also describes recent changes to the frontend code behind the design system, and why it is important for teams to adopt them now.   The NHS is moving from analogue to digital, and the NHS design system plays a critical role in making sure that shift results in accessible and usable digital products.  It does this by giving teams across the system a shared set of tools and standards, which reduce the effort needed to deliver digital products and services.

NL-context Nieuwe Europese regelgeving rondom dataprotectie en AI heeft directe gevolgen voor Nederlandse zorginstellingen die AI-systemen gebruiken of willen gebruiken.

Marking 10 years of the GDPR: the evolution of the European data protection landscape. Brussels, 27 April – Today marks the 10th anniversary of the GDPR’s adoption, the first comprehensive data protection framework spanning an entire continent, establishing clear rights for individuals and obligations for organisations across Europe. The moment that led to the creation of the EDPB The GDPR led to the establishment of the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) on 25 May 2018, replacing the Article 29 Working Party that was previously in charge of dealing with issues relating to the protection of personal data. The GDPR gave the Data Protection Authorities (DPAs) stronger enforcement powers and expanded the scope of their work from focusing mainly on national compliance complaints to routinely dealing with cross-border cases. In the past 10 years, the 31 European DPAs comprising the EDPB have worked together to ensure the consistent enforcement of the GDPR and a harmonised data protection approach across Europe.   A key role in an evolving digital landscape Today, the GDPR is part of a broader and evolving European digital framework, alongside other digital laws such as the Digital Services Act, the Digital Markets Act, and the AI Act. In a world shaped by artificial intelligence, platform economies, and increasing data-driven innovation, the GDPR ensures that technological progress goes hand in hand with the protection of individuals’ fundamental rights. An inspiration for the rest of the world The impact of the GDPR has extended far beyond Europe’s borders, inspiring similar frameworks across the globe and contributing to a growing international recognition of privacy as a fundamental right.   How the GDPR has shaped the data protection landscape: insights from Data Protection Authorities Have you ever wondered what the data protection landscape looked lik...

NL-context Nieuwe EU-regelgeving rondom AI heeft directe gevolgen voor Nederlandse zorginstellingen die AI-systemen gebruiken of willen gaan gebruiken.

Modifying AI Under the EU AI Act: Lessons from Practice on Classification and Compliance. This is a guest post written by legal compliance professionals Øystein Endal, Andrea Vcric, Sidsel Nag, Nick Malter and Daylan Araz (see section about authors at the end), drawing on their experience from running or consulting businesses integrating AI. For any questions or suggestions, please contact Nick Malter at nick@trail-ml.com. Disclaimer: Please note that the […]

NL-context Uitval en technische problemen bij Rijksoverheid.nl kunnen gevolgen hebben voor zorginstellingen die afhankelijk zijn van digitale diensten en regelgeving voor inzet AI-systemen.

Overstap Rijksoverheid.nl naar nieuw technisch platform tijdelijk uitgesteld. Na de storing op Rijksoverheid.nl zijn een aantal veranderingen op de website tijdelijk teruggedraaid, waaronder het nieuwe uiterlijk van de homepage en de navigatie. Hierdoor draait de website weer stabiel.

NL-context EU-richtlijnen voor Algemene Doel AI-modellen (GPAI) kunnen strengere regels voor AI in de zorg in Nederland opleveren.

Overview of Guidelines for GPAI Models. On 18 July 2025, the European Commission published draft Guidelines clarifying key provisions of the EU AI Act applicable to General Purpose AI (GPAI) models. The Guidelines provide interpretive guidance on the definition and scope of GPAI models, related lifecycle obligations, systemic risk criteria, and notification duties for providers. Once translated into all EU languages, […]

NL-context EU AI Act verplicht zorginstellingen die AI-systemen gebruiken om te voldoen aan nieuwe regels, nu via vrijwillige 'Code of Practice' of straks via wettelijke verplichtingen.

Overview of the Code of Practice. The Code of Practice offers a clear framework to help developers of General Purpose AI (GPAI) models meet the requirements of the EU AI Act. While providers can choose to follow the Code, they are also free to demonstrate compliance through other appropriate methods. This post provides a concise overview of each Chapter, Commitment, and […]

NL-context Verandering in marktstructuur digitale gezondheidszorg kan impact hebben op beschikbaarheid en kosten AI-oplossingen in Nederland.

Pear going public via SPAC: Take a bite out of that. Unpacking the SPAC announcement from Pear Therapeutics—what this means for SPACs’ impact on the digital health market and the opportunities for the soon-to-be public Pear’s trajectory. Pear going public via SPAC: Take a bite out of that first appeared on Rock Health.

NL-context Overname van gespecialiseerde zorgaanbieders door grote platformen verandert het zorgmarktlandschap en heeft gevolgen voor toegankelijkheid en kosten van zorg.

Ro acquires Modern Fertility: Segment-specific M&A another front in the platform wars. Ro acquiring Modern Fertility represents the opportunity created when segment-specific services for a given population or need—in this case fertility—combine with wide-population focused virtual care platforms. This deal won’t be the last transaction where telehealth and navigation platforms snap up startups focused on segment-specific verticals. Ro acquires Modern Fertility: Segment-specific M&A another front in the platform wars first appeared on Rock Health.

NL-context Zorgadministratie belast verpleegkundigen, automatisering kan soelaas bieden.

The Behavioral Health Workforce Crisis: Administrative Burden Is Breaking Your Nursing Team. Automation can reduce manual labor, standardize documentation quality, strengthen payer accountability, and give leaders the data visibility to make confident decisions under tight time constraints. The post The Behavioral Health Workforce Crisis: Administrative Burden Is Breaking Your Nursing Team appeared first on MedCity News.

NL-context In Nederland is een vergelijkbare ontwikkeling gaande met de implementatie van het Zorginformatiebiedplatform en de uitbreiding van registratiesystemen voor zeldzame en aangeboren aandoeningen.

Transforming data into action for rare and congenital conditions. Sarah and Steven celebrate 10 years of the National Congenital Conditions and Rare Disease Registration Service (NCARDRS). This year the National Congenital Conditions and Rare Disease Registration Service (NCARDRS), part of NHS England’s the National Disease Registration Service (NDRS), celebrates 10 years of advancing understanding and care for people affected by congenital and rare conditions. Reflecting on the past decade, we have come so far in using data to make a tangible difference and achieved so much, yet there remains much more still to do.

NL-context Nieuwe EU-regelgeving classificeert AI-systemen voor personeelsselectie als hoog risico, met directe gevolgen voor zorginstellingen die AI gebruiken of willen gebruiken voor recruitment.

What the EU AI Act Means for Staffing Businesses. If your business uses AI to screen, rank, or match candidates, the EU now regulates those tools as high-risk systems. Here is what changed, what it means for your operating model, and what you should be doing about it.

NL-context Nieuwe EU-regelgeving over klokkenluiders en kunstmatige intelligentie (AI) heeft directe gevolgen voor Nederlandse zorginstellingen die AI-systemen gebruiken of willen gebruiken.

Whistleblowing and the EU AI Act. This page aims to provide an overview of the EU Whistleblowing Directive (2019) and how it relates to the EU AI Act, as well as provide useful resources for potential whistleblowers. This resource was put together by Santeri Koivula, an EU Fellow at the Future of Life Institute, and Karl Koch, founder of the AI […]

NL-context AI-systemen gaan in de zorg een actievere rol spelen, van hulpmiddelen naar zelfstandige samenwerkingspartners, wat zorginnovatie kan versnellen.

Artificial intelligence (AI) systems are rapidly evolving into active collaborators in healthcare, transforming from tools to agents. This shift, known as agentification, is being applied across clinical care and biomedical research.

NL-context AI-model voor detectie van lymfkniermetastasen verbetert nauwkeurigheid diagnose en patiëntuitkomsten, potentieel grote impact op kankerzorg in Nederland.

An AI model, PanCAM, has been developed to detect lymph node metastasis across various cancer types with high sensitivity and robust performance. This model could assist pathologists in diagnosing and support treatment decision-making.

NL-context In Nederland kunnen zorginstellingen door AI-telefonische assistenten efficiënter werken en zorgpersoneel meer tijd geven voor complexe patiëntenzorg.

Assort Health has secured $50M to develop AI voice agents that handle high-volume, repetitive tasks such as scheduling and FAQs, allowing front desk staff to focus on more complex interactions. This could potentially improve operational efficiency in healthcare settings.

NL-context IGJ wil dat zorgaanbieders generatieve AI zorgvuldig gebruiken, nu al gevolgen voor instellingen die AI-systemen inzetten of plannen.

The Dutch healthcare inspectorate (IGJ) urges healthcare providers to use generative AI responsibly, citing various applications such as patient file summaries, chatbots for patient queries, and consultation notes.

NL-context Toenemende beschikbaarheid en toepassing van AI in kankeronderzoek kan zorgkosten en -resultaten in Nederland beïnvloeden.

AI in cancer research waits for its funding moment. As general-purpose AI like ChatGPT and Gemini make its way into people's everyday lives today, domain-specific ones like AI in cancer are also advancing, with only funding and critical infrastructure standing in the way of clinical use, according to one of Hong Kong's leading researchers.

NL-context Deze AI-technologie kan de behandeling van stotteren in de Nederlandse gezondheidszorg verbeteren door persoonsgerichte therapieplanning en efficiëntere zorgverlening.

The Virtual Speech Therapist (VST) is an AI-driven platform that streamlines stuttering assessment and delivers customized therapy planning through automated and adaptive workflows. VST integrates deep learning-based stuttering classification and multi-agent large language model reasoning to support evidence-based clinical decision-making.

NL-context Nederlandse zorgverleners krijgen meer mogelijkheden om kunstmatige intelligentie (AI) in te zetten voor betere zorg dankzij onderzoeksprogramma's met miljoeneninvesteringen.

Consortia onder UMC Utrecht krijgen 179 miljoen voor AI-onderzoek. Twee nationale consortia onder leiding van het UMC Utrecht hebben samen ruim 179 miljoen euro gekregen. Het gaat om het nationale onderzoeksprogramma AI4HEALTH en om Trinitas HORIZON, een project dat huisartsen moet helpen met stellen van de juiste diagnose.

NL-context Toezicht op digitale zorginnovaties wordt in de VS aangescherpt vanwege fraude, wat ook voor Nederlandse zorg relevant is bij groeiende digitalisering.

DOJ targets tech-driven health fraud on West Coast . The U.S. Department of Justice announced plans this past week to take aggressive action through coordinated investigation and adjudication of fraudulent schemes, including those perpetrated by digital health companies. The National Fraud Enforcement Division's healthcare fraud section is uniting with the U.S. Attorney Offices for the District of Arizona, District of Nevada and Northern District of California to create the new West Coast Health Care Fraud Strike Force.

NL-context Internationaal signaal, NL-implicaties indirect: toegang tot abortuspillen via telehealth en apotheken kan discussie over Nederlandse regels rondom abortus en telemedicine beïnvloeden.

Supreme Court restores access to abortion pill mifepristone through telehealth, mail, and pharmacies. The Supreme Court on Monday restored broad access to the abortion pill mifepristone, blocking a ruling that had threatened to upend one of the main ways abortion is provided across the…

NL-context Toename van gebruik van echte wereld data kan leiden tot betere zorg voor vrouwen in Nederland door meer inzicht in gezondheids trends en behandelopties.

The Power of Real World Data to Study Women’s Health at Scale. [Sponsored] A new report from Veradigm examines key clinical trends, comorbidity profiles, and treatment trends across adolescence, reproductive years, and peri-/post-menopause. Download it today! The post The Power of Real World Data to Study Women’s Health at Scale appeared first on MedCity News.

NL-context Nieuwe regelgeving over digitale en fysieke weerbaarheid krijgt vorm, met gevolgen voor zorginstellingen die AI-systemen inzetten.

Toezichthouders werken samen aan versterken digitale en fysieke weerbaarheid. Toezicht op de digitale en fysieke weerbaarheid is essentieel voor Nederland vanwege onze -gedigitaliseerde- economie en toenemende geopolitieke dreigingen. Daarom hebben de betrokken toezichthouders besloten tot een meer intensieve vorm van...

NL-context Toenemende AI-mogelijkheden in Employee Assistance Programs (EAP's) kunnen Nederlandse werkgevers nieuwe opties bieden voor ondersteuning van werknemers met gezondheidsproblemen.

Top 7 Modern AI-Powered EAP Providers for Global Workforces in 2026. [Sponsored] Discover the top AI-powered EAP providers for 2026. Compare platforms like Kyan Health and Spring Health on triage speed, global reach, and clinical quality to transform workforce wellbeing. The post Top 7 Modern AI-Powered EAP Providers for Global Workforces in 2026 appeared first on MedCity News.

NL-context Inzet van AI bij beeldvorming in de zorg verbetert diagnoses en klinische besluitvorming, wat de kwaliteit en veiligheid van zorg in Nederland kan verhogen.

This systematic review examines the impact of AI on point-of-care imaging for clinical decision support, focusing on diagnostic accuracy, task-shifting, and explainability. The study highlights the potential of AI to enhance clinical decision-making in imaging diagnostics.

NL-context Vertrouwen in AI in de zorg is cruciaal voor adoptie en vormt een uitdaging voor Nederlandse zorgverleners en -organisaties.

Trust and AI Adoption in Medicine. The challenge isn’t whether AI can be used (it already is). It’s whether it can be trusted. And trust in medicine is not something healthcare professionals can afford to get wrong.  The post Trust and AI Adoption in Medicine appeared first on MedCity News.

NL-context Toenemende investeringen in AI voor administratieve processen in de zorg kunnen Nederlandse zorgverzekeraars en zorgaanbieders beïnvloeden in hun keuze voor en gebruik van efficiëntere digitale oplossingen.

Anterior, a company offering generative AI to assist with administrative workflows for health plan payers, has secured $40 million in funding to scale its technology. The investment aims to further develop and implement AI solutions in healthcare administrative processes.

NL-context IGJ waarschuwt zorgaanbieders voor risico's van generatieve AI in zorg, zoals onzorgvuldige omgang met patiëntgegevens.

IGJ roept zorgaanbieders op om zorgvuldig om te gaan met generatieve AI. Samenvattingen van een patiëntendossier, gespreksverslagen van een consult tussen arts en patiënt, een chatbot waaraan patiënten vragen kunnen stellen over een medische behandeling: de mogelijkheden van generatieve AI in de zorg zijn divers en...

NL-context Nieuwe technologie zoals quantum computing kan in de Nederlandse zorg leiden tot snellere ontwikkeling van medicijnen en betere toepassingen van kunstmatige intelligentie.

European companies and research institutions are integrating quantum computing into healthcare. The QML4Med project aims to merge quantum computing with machine learning to improve medical applications, such as predicting complications after blood transfusions and diagnosing arrhythmias.

NL-context Zorgorganisaties in Nederland hebben te maken met de uitdaging om AI op een veilige en verantwoorde manier in te zetten, wat vraagt om doeltreffende bestuurskaders.

A scoping review was conducted to identify governance frameworks for safe and responsible AI use in healthcare organisations. The review aims to inform healthcare organisations on implementing AI in a safe and responsible manner.

NL-context Verpleegkundigen in Nederland lopen voorop bij het gebruik van technologie om administratieve lasten te verlichten en zorgprocessen te verbeteren.

Verpleegkundigen weten hoe tech de zorg vooruit kan helpen. Verpleegkundigen zijn de overvloed aan administratie en versnipperde zorgprocessen beu en worden daardoor de meest actieve gebruikers van digitale technologieën, van telecare tot AI-gestuurde voorspellende analyses. Ze ontwerpen en testen hulpmiddelen mee in echte klinische omgevingen, nemen toe wat...

NL-context Deze ontwikkeling kan Nederlandse zorgverleners helpen om betere, datagedreven beslissingen te nemen dankzij simulatiemodellen die AI-systemen ondersteunen.

A scoping review evaluated the use of care pathway simulation models in assessing algorithm-based clinical decision support systems. These systems may enhance healthcare by providing decision-makers with predictive insights.

NL-context Het gebruik van AI in de geestelijke gezondheidszorg vereist duidelijke juridische en regelgevende kaders om kwaliteit en veiligheid te waarborgen.

A systematic review of AI applications in mental health highlights the importance of integrating legal and regulatory perspectives. This integration is crucial for the safe and effective use of AI in mental healthcare.

NL-context Veilig gebruik van AI in de zorg vereist duidelijke regels en richtlijnen, essentieel voor Nederlandse ziekenhuizen en zorginstellingen.

The article discusses the importance of defining operational safety in clinical artificial intelligence systems. Clear definitions and guidelines are needed to ensure the safe deployment of AI in healthcare.

The article discusses the need for effective evaluation of AI in clinical medicine. It emphasizes the importance of establishing specific criteria for evaluating AI's performance in medical settings.

The integration of confidence, difficulty, and language model calibration can enhance the explainability of AI in clinical document coding. This approach has applications in improving healthcare processes.

The integration of generative and agentic AI has the potential to revolutionize healthcare by enhancing data analysis, automating tasks, and providing more accurate diagnoses. This collaboration can lead to more efficient and effective healthcare services.

Kabinet zet stap met toezicht op Europese AI-regels. Kunstmatige intelligentie wordt steeds meer gebruikt in onze economie en samenleving. Van industrie en zorg tot digitale diensten: AI verandert hoe we ondernemen en ons werk doen en gebruiken we steeds vaker in ons dagelijks leven. Om deze technologie veilig en betrouwbaar te gebruiken, werkt het kabinet aan het nationale toezicht op de Europese AI-verordening. Staatssecretaris Aerdts (Digitale Economie en Soevereiniteit) heeft het voorstel voor de uitvoeringswet AI-verordening vandaag in internetconsultatie gebracht.

The WHO/Europe report reveals a rapid growth of AI in European healthcare, but notes that the conditions for responsible implementation are lagging behind. The report provides a detailed overview of AI applications in all 27 EU member states.

DeepER-Med is an agentic AI system that supports deep medical research through an explicit and inspectable workflow of evidence-based generation. It outperforms existing platforms in generating novel scientific insights and shows potential for medical research and decision support.

A survey on integrating graphs with Large Language Models (LLMs) for enhanced reasoning, retrieval, and decision-making. The study categorizes existing methods and highlights their strengths, limitations, and best-fit scenarios across domains, including healthcare.

A systematic literature review examines the bias, representation, and clinical fidelity of AI-generated images used in medical education. This is crucial for ensuring the quality and accuracy of medical training.

The healthcare sector is not prepared for the new era of AI-enabled cyberattacks, which can have severe consequences for patients. Cyberattacks on healthcare infrastructure can lead to patients becoming real casualties.

A machine learning model was developed to predict major complications after postmastectomy breast reconstruction. The model was trained on structured data and clinical notes.

A randomized clinical trial in Israel found that a conversational AI-based platform can help reduce anxiety, depression, and posttraumatic stress disorder symptoms among university students. The platform demonstrated potential in improving well-being and life satisfaction.

Versnellen met BI en AI in de zorg met Microsoft Fabric. Zorgorganisaties beschikken over steeds meer data, maar benutten die nog onvoldoende. Verspreide systemen, beperkte toegang en complexe ontsluiting belemmeren de ontwikkeling van inzichten. Met een modern dataplatform op basis van Microsoft Fabric krijgen organisaties weer grip op hun data en versnellen ze de inzet van BI en AI in de praktijk.

The healthcare workforce needs to be prepared for the successful deployment of AI technology. This requires training and education to ensure that healthcare professionals can effectively use AI tools.

The landscape of AI-enabled medical devices for intensive care units is being explored in both the EU and the US. This development could have implications for healthcare delivery and policy.

The Dutch government has decided to use 'doorbraakmiddelen' to scale up labor-saving AI, digital and hybrid care, and medical technology nationwide. A total of €800 million will be available in 2027, 2028, and 2029.

Onderzoek toont aan dat kunstmatige intelligentie een belangrijke rol kan spelen bij het eerder opsporen van alvleesklierkanker. Vroege detectie is van groot belang voor de behandeling van deze ziekte.

The use of foundation models in clinical decision support systems faces challenges related to portability. This paradox highlights the need for careful consideration in implementing these models in healthcare settings.

What's inside National University Hospital's latest health tech hub?. The National University Hospital in Singapore has launched an innovation hub that serves as both an incubator and a real-world sandbox for testing, validating, and scaling AI and digital health solutions within live clinical settings. The launch of the NUH Innovation Hub comes as Singapore's healthcare system faces increasing challenges of an ageing population, rising care complexity, and persistent workforce shortages.

A qualitative study explored the real-world experiences of physicians integrating AI into clinical practice, highlighting legal and ethical challenges. The study provides insights into the complexities of AI adoption in healthcare.

The integration of AI in healthcare requires protecting clinical value judgment to ensure that medical decisions are made with careful consideration of AI outputs. This is crucial to maintain trust and safety in AI-driven healthcare.

There is a pressing need to innovate global regulatory frameworks for generative AI in medical devices. This is crucial for ensuring the safe and effective use of AI in healthcare.

OLVG heeft een AI-model ontwikkeld dat voorspelt of patiënten na ontslag extra zorg nodig hebben. Hierdoor kunnen verpleegkundigen eerder starten met regelen van thuiszorg, revalidatie of tijdelijk verblijf.

De Federatie Medisch Specialisten (FMS) wil dat alle specialisten in de toekomst voldoende kennis hebben van AI, data en digitale zorg. Dit moet een vereiste worden in opleiding, richtlijnen, kwaliteitsbeleid en een voorwaarde voor (her)registratie.

Nurturing agentic AI beyond the toddler stage. Parents of young children face a lot of fears about developmental milestones, from infancy through adulthood. The number of months it takes a baby to learn to talk or walk is often used as a benchmark for wellness, or an indicator of additional tests needed to properly diagnose a potential health condition. A parent rejoices…

The Federatie Medisch Specialisten has presented a digital agenda towards 2035, outlining the role of medical specialists in the digital healthcare landscape. The agenda addresses the impact of AI, data-driven working, and hybrid care on medical practice.

EDPB and EDPS support harmonisation of clinical trials under European Biotech Act, but call for specific safeguards for sensitive health data. Brussels, 12 March 2026 – The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) have adopted a Joint Opinion on the European Commission’s Proposal for a European Biotech Act. The Proposal aims to strengthen Europe’s biotechnology and biomanufacturing sectors, particularly in the area of health, by streamlining the regulatory framework and updating the rules for clinical trials. The EDPB and the EDPS support the Proposal’s objective of fostering the EU’s competitiveness and addressing existing fragmentation in the application of the Clinical Trials Regulation (CTR). In particular, they welcome the aim to establish a single legal basis for the processing of personal data by sponsors and investigators, which will significantly improve legal clarity across Europe. At the same time, the EDPB and the EDPS underline that the sensitivity of health and genetic data processed in the context of clinical trials requires a high standard of protection. The Joint Opinion provides several recommendations to ensure that the proposed simplifications do not lower the level of protection for clinical trial participants. Key recommendations include: Clarifying controller roles: The Proposal should specify whether the actors involved in funding and conducting clinical trials act as sole or joint data controllers, to ensure a clear allocation of responsibilities. Limiting data retention: The mandatory 25-year minimum retention period should expressly apply only to the clinical trial master file, rather than to all personal data processed during a trial. Further processing for other clinical trials or for scientific research: As the Proposal aims to provide a legal basis under Union law for the further processing of trial data by the same controller, the ...

The latest Monitor Digitale Zorg report reveals that the use of digital healthcare applications remained stable in 2025 compared to the previous year, but with a shift towards more hybrid care models using video calls and AI. This indicates a growing adoption of digital technologies in healthcare.

The use of large language models (LLMs) in healthcare increases the risk of misinformation, especially if trained on unverified online sources. This risk is heightened when developers do not disclose the databases used to train these tools.

A cohort study used electronic health record data to predict preeclampsia in late gestation across multiple healthcare settings. The study found that dynamic, short-term prediction of preeclampsia is achievable using routine clinical and laboratory data.

A new AI-powered chatbot, Zowi, has been launched to support the career development of healthcare professionals in the Netherlands. The chatbot is an initiative of employers, trade unions, and the Dutch Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport (VWS) to retain talent in the healthcare sector.

The use of large language models in surgical informed consent can improve the process by combining information retrieval with simulated emotional responsiveness. However, their application should be restricted to passive empathy, alerting healthcare providers to patient anxiety without simulating genuine empathy.

Onderzoekers van het Universitair Medisch Centrum Groningen en Certe hebben een AI-programma ontwikkeld dat infectieziekten vroeg kan opsporen door signalen uit huisartsbezoeken te herkennen. Hierdoor kan de zorg eerder ingrijpen bij een dreigende uitbraak.

A randomized clinical trial found that proactive outreach by a clinical pharmacist applying a hypoglycemia-prevention algorithm resulted in safer prescribing of diabetes regimens among high-risk patients. This approach may help reduce hypoglycemia risk in patients with type 2 diabetes.

Effectiviteit en bijwerkingen immuuntherapie voorspellen met AI?. Apotheker-promovendus Justine Cuperus van het HagaZiekenhuis start een onderzoek naar het voorspellen van de effectiviteit en bijwerkingen van immuuntherapie bij uitgezaaide longkanker. Met twee op artificiële intelligentie gebaseerde modellen wil zij achterhalen welke patiënten baat hebben bij deze...

To reduce wait times in healthcare, such as bringing down the waiting time for nursing homes from 232 to 30 days, and to optimize care planning, higher management in healthcare must develop data and AI literacy. This will enable them to organize care more efficiently using data and algorithms.

Heart failure monitoring startup Acorai turns heads with oversubscribed seed. Swedish medical device startup Acorai is pairing proprietary sensing hardware and machine learning software with the goal of putting a non-invasive heart pressure monitoring tool in the hands of clinicians — starting with doctors in the U.S. Patients hospitalized with heart failure typically need to undergo an invasive procedure, such as catheterization or having an […]

The spread of health misinformation through large language models (LLMs) poses a significant risk to public health. LLMs' susceptibility to harmful misinformation is particularly concerning in the medical context.