General · 6 January 2026
NHS to launch online hospital in 2026
The NHS will launch its first online hospital in 2026, initially treating nine common conditions through virtual consultations via the NHS app. The service focuses on menopause symptoms, prostate problems including enlargement and raised PSA levels, and eye conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma. Health Secretary Wes Streeting said the digital transformation will make healthcare access as simple as ordering takeaways, while experts question staffing and funding arrangements.
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