Organisation searches for assistive technologies that could transform social care in Wales
Health Technology Wales, which appraises evidence and produces national guidance to inform the adoption of technologies within Welsh Care Systems, has announced that it is…
Public consultation launches on reshaping adult social care in Northern Ireland
Far-reaching plans to transform adult social care in Northern Ireland have been tabled by Health Minister Robin Swann. The reform proposals – numbering 48 in…
EXCLUSIVE: Reusable bed pad range with high absorbency boosts users’ confidence
Healthcare textile firm MIP UK has launched its new Washable Sonoma Blue Bedpad, which comes with and without tucks and is a new colour addition…
Another NHS organisation trials temporary care hotel to help free up beds
In order to relieve pressures that are being experienced across the NHS and care services this winter, a collaboration between health and care providers in…
OTs give positive feedback to updated modern bathing range that improves tissue viability issues
Safe patient moving and handling specialist Care & Independence has redeveloped its assisted bathing range, which includes its tilt-in-space chairs and cradles, as well as…
Voice accessible smartphone for visually impaired people to be more independent launches
Artificial intelligence (AI) firm RealThing Ai has launched its latest fully voice accessible smartphone, the RealSAM Pocket V4, which is designed for those with sight…
Major outsourced services provider launches online assistive tech store with OT consultation service
NRS Healthcare has announced the launch of its new online store, Healthcare Pro, which offers a wide range of assistive technologies complete with a home…
Guest article: People at the Heart of Care and the role of assistive technology
Angus Honeysett, Head of Market Access at Tunstall Healthcare In this guest article, Angus Honeysett, Head of Market Access at Tunstall Healthcare, discusses the role…
New device set to boost confidence of thousands living with stoma bags and ease pressure on NHS
A new device is set to “revolutionise” the lives of thousands living with stoma bags as well as save the NHS considerable time and expense…
AI tech that reduces clinical workload and hospital admissions launches at healthcare event
UK healthcare technology start-up Abtrace has launched a novel proactive monitoring system designed to empower patients with chronic conditions and reduce clinical workload for professionals…