First care robot linked to smart homes tested for dementia patients
The care robot uses sensors embedded in a smart home to keep track of where patient’s are in the house, what they are doing and when they need assistance.
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Patient experience surveys exempted from national data opt-outs
Health minister Steve Brine confirmed patients’ requests for information not to be shared, through the national data opt-out, would not apply to surveys.
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New online tool could help GPs predict woman’s risk of breast cancer
The calculator, which combines a woman’s family history with lifestyle factors, is the ‘most comprehensive method yet’ to predict the risk of the disease.
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Yorkshire LHCRE to train IT leaders to international standards
The Yorkshire and Humber Local Health and Care Record Exemplar now has 30 IT leaders trained under the College for Healthcare Informatics Professionals.
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Digital exercise app proves success in reducing back pain
Hinge Health provides a digital 12 -week digital programme designed by physicians and clinicians to provide relief from musculoskeletal problems.
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde goes live with Orion Health Medicines
The software provides clinicians and GPs information on a patient’s medication when they are admitted to, and discharged from, hospital.
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Automated prompt system paves way for better neonatal care at GOSH
The technology has reduced the number of babies who miss out on routine testing and streamlined specialist services for those who need them most.
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Maternity app which shares patient records proves to be a success
The BadgerNet Maternity Notes App gives women and clinicians access to maternity records. The app can be used on a smartphone, PC or tablet.
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Record number of patients sign up to electronic portal in Birmingham
The number of patients enrolled in the portal has reached 20,000. It allows patients to access clinical information, including appointments and lab results.
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Teleservices free up clinician’s time at Blackpool hospitals
Video conference initiatives are allowing clinicians to have direct contact with patients without having to travel between hospitals.
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