Asda to launch innovative virtual in-store GP service to make health consultations accessible
Digital healthcare company Medicspot has announced a partnership with Asda to offer in-store GP video consultations with diagnostics, in the latest high-profile expansion of digital…
Council rolls out helpful assistive tech care packages to vulnerable residents across Kent
Kent County Council (KCC) has commissioned assistive technology care provider Alcove to roll out digital support packages to around 2,000 elderly and vulnerable residents. Now,…
Lancashire County Council shifts stairlift installation and maintenance responsibilities to local councils
Handicare 1100 Stairlift Lancashire County Council will no longer coordinate stairlift installation and repairs in Lancashire residents’ homes as it is shifting responsibility to district…
COVID-19 service in Cheshire facilitates rapid hospital discharge through vital telecare packages
Working with NHS Cheshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), Doro Care UK has launched the COVID-19 Discharge Service, which enables speedy hospital discharges across Cheshire. The…
NHS to launch new “ground-breaking” online coronavirus rehab service
The NHS has announced that tens of thousands of people who are suffering long-term effects of coronavirus will benefit from a “revolutionary” on-demand recovery service.…
Technology-enabled monitoring service to help elderly people maintain independence
Security technology firm SECOM has announced the launch of SECOM Carehub - a new technology-enabled monitoring service with the aim of supporting vulnerable elderly people…
Personalised video assessments to support OTs and housing adaptation teams
Accessible bathing specialist Closomat is extending its remote assessment capabilities to support adaptation teams and occupational therapists (OTs). Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, the need for…
OT-led video assessments for adjustable beds, chairs and care cots prove popular with clients
Theraposture, a specialist in adjustable beds, chairs and care cots, is experiencing growing demand for its latest OT-led, personalised video assessments and product demonstrations, following…
Video assessments to support disabled bathers recommended by OTs during coronavirus pandemic
Video assessments from accessible bathing specialist Abacus Specialist Bathroom Solutions are helping support disabled bathers without the need for face-to-face contact. To offer peace of…
CCG invests in over 200 tablets for care homes across North Yorkshire to support remote appointments
NHS North Yorkshire Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has invested in more than 200 Samsung tablet devices for care homes across North Yorkshire, so residents can…