REACTION: Health and social care leaders respond to Lord Darzi’s NHS report
On 12 September 2024, Lord Darzi published an important report exploring the current performance of the NHS across England and the challenges facing the healthcare…
The NHS is in “serious trouble”, independent report warns
Lord Darzi Lord Darzi’s independent report on the state of the NHS in England has just been published. Entitled ‘Independent Investigation of the National Health…
Improved data from telecare equipment could help predict and prevent falls, new research shows
Industry, university, and healthcare organisations are working together on a research project that shows how improved data analytics within telecare equipment could help with the…
Case study: Tilt-in-space wheelchair helps man with his breathing and posture
When Carl Fox from Kings Lynn, Norfolk needed a new wheelchair, his mother, Petra, thought it would be easy to find a suitable model. However,…
Inclusive golf charity receives £500 donation for new equipment
Golfing equipment worth £500 is being purchased by a charity in Southampton which helps disabled people and groups try out the sport, thanks to a…
Video: Early assistive robot prototype aims to help people with self-managed rehab routines
Researchers at the National Robotarium are working with Blantyre LIFE, an innovative new health and care facility in Lanarkshire, Scotland, to advance development of the…
Remote monitoring tech could save councils £3bn by preventing people going into care settings
The NHS could save more than £ billion through widespread use of new non-intrusive lifestyle monitoring technology in social care, according to a new independent…
Free motoring event to address key barriers to EV adoption for disabled drivers
The Motability Scheme’s Big Event, Edinburgh, is taking place at the Royal Highland Centre for two days on Friday 13 and Saturday 14 September 2024,…
Powerful campaign highlights the importance of assistive tech for Paralympic athletes
The World Health Organization (WHO) and International Paralympic Committee (IPC) have teamed up to highlight the transformative impact of assistive technology on sports during the…
Somerset enhances accessibility for tourists by installing a Changing Place toilet at a beach
Residents and visitors to Brean Leisure and Brean beach now have access to a Changing Place toilet, thanks to Somerset Council. The council has…