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How To Transition Into Health Coach Jobs From Other Careers  – Digital Health Technology News

  • July 11, 2024
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The health and wellness industry has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years by providing numerous opportunities for those looking to make a career shift. Typically, transitioning into health coaching can be a rewarding move for professionals desiring to make a significant impact on individuals’ lives by guiding them toward healthier lifestyles. This transition requires a […]

Priory signs a new five-year agreement with Ashtons

  • July 11, 2024
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Priory has signed a new, five-year agreement with Ashtons that underlines its commitment to improving the management of medicines, following the roll-out of the e-Works electronic prescribing and medications management system. The contract covers the full range of services offered by Ashtons, which encompass medicines supply, expert audit and clinical advice from pharmacists, training and […]

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Public want government to prioritise primary care over hospitals – Digital Health Technology News

  • July 11, 2024
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A major new research project has found that the public wants the government to focus more on improving primary and community care than hospitals, and is willing to pay more taxes to improve NHS services. In a new report published today, researchers from the Health Foundation and Ipsos UK combined nationwide polling with in-depth public […]

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Chatbots show potential to bridge gaps in mental health services

  • July 11, 2024
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Chatbots show significant potential for bridging gaps in traditional mental health services, new research has found. Psychologists at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) reviewed 31 studies published between 2017 and 2023 which examined the use of chatbots as mental health interventions. The evidence showed that the artificial intelligence (AI) tools are generally well-received by users and […]

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Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly ICB highlights progress on patient empowerment, engagement and inclusion – htn

  • July 11, 2024
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In the latest meeting of the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly (CIOS) integrated care board, CIO Kelvyn Hipperson shared an update on digital progress in the region, highlighting developments in progress around improving digital maturity, citizen engagement and patient experience. Underpinning this work, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly shares how its ICB-wide engagement strategy “provides […]

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Norfolk and Waveney opens £1.17 million opportunity for children and young people’s mental health digital offer – htn

  • July 11, 2024
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Norfolk and Waveney ICB is seeking expressions of interest from suppliers for the provision of a digital offer for children and young people’s mental health, with a total value over a potential three years of £1.17 million. The ICB plans to introduce a digital offer where young people can access activities, self-help and information, get advice, […]

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Local GP encourages people to be aware of the risks posed by high blood pressure – Digital Health Technology News

  • July 11, 2024
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A local GP wants more people to be aware of their blood pressure and the dangers of hypertension, describing the condition as “a silent killer”. High blood pressure, or hypertension, rarely has noticeable symptoms. If untreated, it increases the risk of serious problems like heart attacks and strokes, as well as serious kidney disease. Across […]

Industry rebel Onewheel launches a premium off-road electric board

  • July 11, 2024
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In the world of electric skateboards, Onewheel has always gone its own way. And that’s never been more true than with its latest launch, the new Onewheel GT-S Series Rally Edition. Unlike most electric skateboards, which use a conventional four-wheel design, Onewheel is true to its name, offering a self-balancing board with just a single […]