RCT shows static air mattresses “significantly” more effective than alternating air pressure mattresses in preventing pressure ulcers
A new randomised control trial (RCT) carried out in 26 nursing homes in Flanders, Belgium, has revealed that static air mattresses were “significantly” more effective…
Council’s refreshed dementia action plan encourages use of assistive tech and provides more support for carers
Nottinghamshire County Council is rolling out a new initiative to increase awareness and improve the lives of residents with dementia, which encourages the use of…
Pioneering new online diabetes course could prove “important milestone” in educating patients
The Quality Institute for Self-management Education and Training (QISMET) has given health educator The Sound Doctor national accreditation for its new online diabetes course, helping…
Significant Government review into support for children and young people with SEND announced
The Department for Education has announced a major review into improving support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), building on the Prime…
NHS uses innovative digital solutions to help patients with sensory impairments access healthcare more easily
Over 750 people with hearing and sight loss in West Yorkshire and Harrogate have been given the knowledge to use digital health tools to make…
£130 million funding boost to develop important new tech to tackle cancer and debilitating illnesses
Announced by the UK Government, thousands of NHS patients could receive faster diagnosis and better treatment for life-changing diseases like cancer, dementia and Parkinson’s. The…
Respected international therapist to present latest patient mobilisation techniques to healthcare professionals at NBE 2019
Based in Sweden, highly experienced Etac Occupational Therapist (OT) Kristin Törnkvist will illustrate the latest patient mobilisation solutions at the National Back Exchange (NBE). NBE…
New walking aid promises to increase independence for people with restricted mobility at airports
A new mobility product aimed at increasing the independence and freedom of users in airports and other major public access venues has been launched by…
Hearing care professionals can now take advantage of digital health solution for convenient hearing aftercare
Hearing solutions specialist Oticon is launching Oticon RemoteCare, a new e-health solution enabling hearing care professionals to provide a convenient digital aftercare service that hearing…
Council trials robotic pets to help reduce anxiety and stress in those with dementia and learning disabilities
Providing a helpful companion for people with dementia and learning disabilities, Cambridgeshire County Council is piloting robotic cats to see how they can enhance people’s…