With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the world has witnessed a number of healthtech innovations – from the sudden rise of telehealth platforms, to use …
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Risk prediction model could offer more tailored guidelines for those with increased Covid-19 risk
A new data-driven risk prediction model will be able to help clinicians and GPs determine who are more at risk of serious Covid-19 symptoms, …
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New interactive dashboard shows regional coronavirus cases and triage figures
A new interactive dashboard was published by NHS Digital with the purpose to show coronavirus cases identified through testing and the number of triages …
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Care home staff and residents to be tested regularly for COVID-19
As part of a new social care testing strategy, all residents and staff in care homes for those with dementia will receive regular coronavirus …
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New study further supports that age-related hearing loss in patients taking cognitive tests may result in misdiagnoses of dementia
The early and correct diagnosis of a cognitive impairment – such as dementia – is crucial as it allows interventions and treatments that may …
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Doccla & Northampton NHS Trust trial virtual wards for vulnerable patients
Doccla, the Swedish medtech startup pioneering virtual hospital care, has announced a partnership with Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust (NGH) to trial remote smart …
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Largest ever virtual physio study shows it is just as effective as in-person treatment
A new study of 27,000 virtual physiotherapy patients has concluded that digital physiotherapy must become a significant part of the treatment mix post Covid-19 …
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Fitness app downloaded one million times during lockdown
Hundreds of thousands of people looking to get into shape during lockdown downloaded an app that is backed by the NHS. Over the last …
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The Sexual Health Team at North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC) have been working in collaboration with Cumbria’s Public Health Team and …
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Scientists have analysed data from around the world to examine the accuracy of antibody tests for COVID-19, and have shown that the timing of …
