North Lincolnshire lung patients first in UK to be offered ‘virtual rehab’
Patients with COPD have the option of taking part in rehabilitation exercises from an immersive beachside environment using a virtual reality headset.
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UCLPartners launches how-to guide for setting up virtual NHS clinics
The online guide, developed in collaboration with NHS clinicians, offers guidance on developing a project plan and business case for virtual clinics.
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Expectant mothers given access to health records at Royal Cornwall
Building on its maternity information system, the trust has added a fully customisable module that allows patients access to their records.
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Draft NICE guidelines suggest apps can support behavioural change
Apps, wearable devices and online programmes may help people be more active, manage their weight, quit smoking and reduce alcohol intake, NICE said.
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Robotic heart and 3D ‘map’ among finalists for £30m BHF grant
The charities Big Beat Challenge is a global initiative to galvanise researchers and inspire transformational solutions to tackle cardiovascular disease.
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First nine faces of the NHS App revealed to promote uptake
Since September 2019, the number of registered NHS App users has risen from 91,000 to over 220,000, according to NHS Digital.
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Royal College of GPs launches LGBT online training modules for doctors
The suite contains six online training modules that provide GPs access to evidence-based information to deal with the unique LGBT needs.
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Royal Wolverhampton partners with Babylon for digital-first integrated care
Patients and staff at the trust will use Babylon’s technology to manage care through a free app, which will connect primary, secondary and community care.
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Worcestershire Royal to give new mums iPads to help with bonding
New mums who are separated from their newborns after birth at Worcestershire Royal Hospital will be given iPads to help them bond with their child.
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NHS login toolkit launched for approved platform developers
Providers of digital health and care services can now integrate NHS login into their platforms through the self-service toolkit, launched by NHS Digital.
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