NHS Highland deploys innovative tech to protect care home residents against COVID-19
Image depicts how a geozone would work in a care home to detect if people are social distancing In the fight against coronavirus, NHS Highland,…
Government launches “long-awaited” consultation on accessible housing for older and disabled people
The Housing Secretary The Right Hon. Robert Jenrick has announced the launch of a UK Government consultation to make all new homes accessible to disabled…
“Leading-edge” 3-in-1 AAC device for clients with speech and motor disorders launches
Control Bionics has announced the newest addition to its augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) device line: the GridPad Trilogy™ multi-modal communication solution. The new neuro-based…
CASE STUDY: Bespoke attachments help wheelchair users push a pram with ease and enjoy days out
A clever adaptation from powerchair specialist Precision Rehab is helping two wheelchair users push their baby in a pram, by providing them with bespoke wheelchair…
250,000 clear face masks to be delivered to frontline workers to support people with hearing loss
The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has announced that 250,000 clear face masks are to be delivered to frontline NHS and social care…
New specialist rehab service incorporates “cutting-edge” robotics to enhance patient treatment
Building on ten years of experience in specialist neurorehabilitation, Askham is now bringing all its rehab services together with the launch of Askham Rehab: a…
Pavement parking review could make paths safer for elderly and disabled people in England
Three new proposals are being reviewed by the UK Government that aim to tackle pavement parking in England to make paths more accessible for elderly…
Customised powerchair helps ‘human-cyborg’ on his inspiring journey to overcome MND
A bespoke Permobil powerchair has played a pivotal role in scientist and robotics expert Dr Peter Scott-Morgan’s incredible journey as he explores and adopts the…
Voice-activated tech set to transform the lives of 2 million people with sight loss
A unique fully voice-activated smartphone, media player and personal assistant for people with sight loss has launched in the UK - RealSAM In Your Pocket.…
Alzheimer’s Research UK appoints new Director of Research
A UK-based charity specialising in finding preventions, treatments and a cure for dementia, Alzheimer’s Research UK has announced Dr Susan Kohlhaas as the charity’s new…