A new study is launching in Birmingham and Solihull with the aim of improving the care of people living with psychosis and multimorbidities, particularly for marginalised populations, by co-designing resources based on patient experiences and utilising “novel methods of engagement” including use of digital means to encourage people from a range […]
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Barts Health introduces tech to help detect deterioration
At Barts Health NHS Trust, tech is being used in the hopes of identifying deteriorating patients more quickly, following an injection of £4.4 million in funding from Barts Charity. The technology works by integrating vital signs data and data from medical equipment such as ventilators and anaesthetic machines, with patients’ […]
Cheshire and Merseyside ICB highlights potential of tech in empowering patients in Access Improvement Plan
NHS Cheshire and Merseyside ICB’s Access Improvement Plan has highlighted the role of digital and technology in improving access to healthcare, with “expected improvements” for patients including “less hurdles” and “clear information” when accessing services, set times for online consultations, a choice of appointment methods, and a better understanding of […]
North Central London ICB and Islington GP Federation pilot AI and WhatsApp solution for appointment scheduling
NHS North Central London ICB and the Islington GP Federation are trialling an AI solution utilising WhatsApp for cervical cancer screening appointments, with the aim of increasing uptake in cervical cancer screening particularly amongst underserved populations. The solution, developed by SPRYT, features an “AI receptionist” named Asa which is designed […]
Leeds Teaching Hospitals pilots smartphone app for Parkinson’s management
Leeds Teaching Hospitals has launched a pilot project involving the use of a smartphone application designed to monitor and manage Parkinson’s disease symptoms, with 90 patients currently utilising the app and plans for future expansion. Through the Neu Health app, users can log their symptoms and data is automatically transmitted […]
NHS Dorset ICB App Library sees 5,400 app recommendations made
NHS Dorset ICB has shared a case study on its partnership with ORCHA to develop a Dorset App Library for health apps and digital healthcare products, with the aim of providing “easy, central access to a range of digital tools” along with ensuring confidence that apps within the library meet […]
West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership launches website for eye health
West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership has launched a new website focusing on eye health, with the aim of increasing awareness and prevention around eye care and “looking at eye care as a lifetime journey”. My Eye Health brings together information on more than 50 different eye conditions and offers […]
Royal Sussex County Hospital launches Health Information Point pilot
Royal Sussex County Hospital has launched a new Health Information Point (HIP) pilot with the aim of providing free, confidential health information to patients, carers, hospital staff and volunteers, supported by patient education knowledge specialists. The service will be staffed by a team “with expertise in health information enquiries” and […]
Panel discussion: the future of patient portals – “the decisions in design and technology implementation we take now, will critically impact the future of healthcare delivery”
For our latest HTN Now panel discussion, we were joined by Manzoor Ahmed, patient and public involvement leader at Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; Adrian Byrne, ex-CIO of University Hospital Southampton Foundation Trust and ex-chair of the national CIO Network; and Dr Gege Gatt, CEO at EBO. Panellists discussed a […]
Chemotherapy patients at Royal Free offered “immersive calming visuals” with VR headsets
Chemotherapy patients at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust are being offered “immersive calming visuals” using VR headsets with the intention of helping to calm anxiety and pass time whilst having their treatment. The Eden virtual reality system with handheld VR headsets are being used at Chase Farm Hospital and […]
