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DataLoch brings together routine data collected as part of people’s day-to-day interactions with health and social care services. NHS Lothian is the lead Data Controller of all data hosted by DataLoch. Protecting the individual identities of all those in the data is the DataLoch team’s most important priority.

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Data updates: September 2026 28/09/2026

As part of our ongoing efforts to expand the opportunities for innovative research, we have incorporated further datasets within our repository covering a variety of specialist areas: National Early Warning Score 2 (NEWS2), 4AT delirium questionnaire scores, weight measurements, radiology orders, and TrakCare appointments.

Data updates: September 2026 28/09/2026

HEAL-Scot and TransPECT: advancing opportunities for complex research 24/09/2026

At DataLoch, we are collaborating on two unique projects that will enhance the possibilities for novel research conducted through Trusted Research Environments (TREs) in the UK.

HEAL-Scot and TransPECT: advancing opportunities for complex research 24/09/2026

At DataLoch, we are collaborating on two unique projects that will enhance the possibilities for novel research conducted through Trusted Research Environments (TREs) in the UK.