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The Patient Safety Risk of Language Barriers in the NHS

Language barriers can compromise patient safety, making professional interpreting and translation services essential for delivering safe and ...

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Apr 16, 2026 4 min read

Safer Births Start with Clear Communication: What the New RCOG Guidance Means

New maternity care standards mark a major shift - recognising language support not as a “nice to have,” but as a ...

Mar 4, 2026 5 min read

International Women's Day 2026: Give to Gain

Women around the world still face barriers that hold them back – from unequal pay and missing out on leadership roles, ...

Dec 17, 2025 3 min read

Word360 Appointed to the NHS SBS Interpretation and Translation Services Framework (SBS10519)

Word360 has been appointed to the NHS Shared Business Services Interpretation and Translation Services Framework ...

Nov 6, 2025 3 min read

Martha’s Rule: The Future of Patient-Centred Communication in the NHS

The tragic death of 13-year-old Martha Mills from sepsis has driven a powerful shift in the NHS. Martha’s Rule is ...

Aug 12, 2025 5 min read

The Power of Hybrid Interpreting: When AI Meets Human Expertise

In a world where communication can make the difference between life and death - especially in healthcare and emergency ...

Jun 17, 2025 5 min read

To AI or not to AI...

Why We Must Balance Innovation with Responsibility in AI-Powered Interpreting Equity in healthcare doesn't mean ...

Apr 30, 2025 5 min read

5 Steps to Achieving Equity in Healthcare

Equity in healthcare doesn't mean offering the same services to everyone—it means making sure every individual has fair ...

Apr 2, 2025 2 min read

Word360 Achieves Disability Confident Committed Status

Word360 is proud to be recognised as a Disability Confident Committed Employer by the Department for Work and Pensions ...

Mar 27, 2025 2 min read

Tackling Health Inequalities at Digital Health Rewired 2025

Mar 8, 2025 3 min read

International Women’s Day 2025 – Tackling Language Barriers in Maternity Care

This International Women’s Day, Word360 is accelerating action to ensure every mother is heard and understood. Language ...

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