During a global pandemic such as the coronavirus crisis, good solutions for all affected areas are needed fast to tackle the first and secondary effects. It quickly became obvious, technology plays a key part.
The innovation arm of the UK’s National Health Service, NHSx has launched a £500,000 funding competition for innovators and startups who can find digital ways to support people in need during the coronavirus outbreak. The fund will concentrate on tech initiatives that help people with mental health support and those with social care needs, and support for those who may be most affected by the consequences of remaining housebound for long periods of time.