The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) is grappling with an aging IT infrastructure that jeopardizes the privacy of 67 million patient records. As doctors voice concerns, outdated systems are wasting 13.5 million working hours annually. While AI offers potential improvements in efficiency and drug discovery, it also heightens security risks, making the NHS vulnerable to cyberattacks. The need for modernization is urgent, with the healthcare system caught between technological advancement and safeguarding sensitive data. The future of NHS's IT integration remains uncertain as it navigates these challenges.