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How CAREFUL coordination works with machine learning and AI to help practitioners anywhere communicate securely and easily and improve patient outcomes. AI is now ubiquitous;

The new GMC guidance requires doctors to assure continuity of care, but where are the systems to do this? At the end of January, the

Thinking about the whole patient journey may help outcomes in acute deterioration Long ago, I was a newly minted junior doctor working on the surgical

As a healthcare professional, you understand the importance of providing top-tier care to your patients.  In the dynamic field of healthcare, this necessitates staying abreast

As the year winds down, and the scent of gingerbread fills the air (or maybe that’s just the hospital canteen), let’s dive into the yuletide

The healthcare industry faces numerous challenges, including increasing patient demands, budget constraints and the need for improved communication and collaboration among healthcare professionals. CAREFUL, a

Navigating the healthcare system can be a daunting experience, especially when you’re dealing with a medical concern. Amidst the flurry of consultations, tests, and treatments,

Imagine walking into a hospital or clinic, entrusting your health and well-being to the healthcare professionals working there. You’d expect clear communication between these professionals

Imagine walking into a doctor’s office, feeling unwell and seeking medical help, only to realise you cannot communicate with the healthcare professionals. The frustration of

Imagine a world where your healthcare experience is tailored specifically to you, where your concerns are not only heard but actively addressed. This dream can

In today’s fast-paced healthcare setting, you cannot underestimate the importance of effective interprofessional communication. As a dedicated professional with a desire to serve others, it

Imagine a world where you can consult with your doctor from the comfort of your home, track vital health indicators through wearable devices, and have

Effective handover in healthcare — which includes not just end-of-shift handover, but also referrals between teams and changes of care setting — are essential for

Patient safety extends beyond physical wellbeing; it encompasses the safeguarding of personal data as well

As a company committed to improving patient safety and communication, CAREFUL recognises the importance of understanding the current state of patient safety.  A recent report,

Even in high income countries, one in 10 patients experience some form of harm while receiving medical treatment. In some cases, these events can be serious.

The failure to detect clinical deterioration in patients whether in acute-care settings or the community is a significant cause of preventable mortality and morbidity and

We are seeing unacceptable waits at NH Emergency Departments, which in turn are driving a severe deterioration of the service provided by Ambulance Trusts. Some

Handover in hospitals is the cause of frequent and severe harm to patients, according to new research by digital health platform, CAREFUL. Many patients are

Contents Why is patient safety culture important? The difference between safe and unsafe practice in healthcare is primarily one of culture3–5. If culture is primarily

Contents What is clinical handover? Handover involves the transfer of professional responsibility and accountability for some or all aspects of care for a patient, or

Contents Our global survey of healthcare practitioners reinforces the risk of handover Today we published the results of our global survey of healthcare practitioners, asking their opinions

Contents The short answer is … yes The proportion of sick patients arriving at our hospitals and overall attendances have continued to double every few