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BHTA FOI sheds light on NHS Supply Chain’s price increase requests from suppliers
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The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA) has acquired important information from NHS Supply Chain through a Freedom of Information (FOI) request submitted to Supply Chain Coordination Limited (SSCL), the organisation responsible for managing NHS Supply Chain operations. The FOI request sought clarity on how many price increase requests are submitted by suppliers to NHS…
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New AI tool for people with learning disabilities converts information into easy read formats
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In a “breakthrough” for accessible design, UK-based organisation Photosymbols has launched EasyMaker, a new AI-powered tool created in collaboration with people with learning disabilities. Built around real-world needs, EasyMaker converts complex information into easy read formats in minutes: combining clear language and tailored images into accessible formats, including PDF, audio, Plain English, mobile, and…
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Portable modular solution aims to transform therapy through soft robotics and gamified exercises
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Medtech startup Bioliberty has launched Lifehub Clinic, which is a portable, modular solution to assist therapists with delivering high-intensity, engaging therapy in clinical settings. This system will serve as a hub for a portfolio of Bioliberty soft-robotic wearables and gamified therapy solutions to address unmet needs in patient recovery following neurological injury or impairment.…
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New project will focus on the potential of OTs in influencing housing outcomes
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The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has commissioned Foundations to work on ‘Housing Without Delay,’ a collaborative project that broadens the scope beyond adaptations, focusing on the critical role of occupational therapists in housing. ‘Housing Without Delay’ aims to integrate the home environment into all occupational therapy interventions. This initiative is not merely…
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Northern Ireland invests in 93 training places for occupational therapy for 2025/26
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Health Minister Mike Nesbitt Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has announced a significant package of investment in Northern Ireland’s health and social care (HSC) workforce, with a major focus on expanding student training places for future allied health professionals (AHPs). Importantly, this includes 93 pre-registration training places for occupational therapy in 2025/26. In 2024/25, the…
Where AI Meets Inclusion
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At Assistive AI Lab, we are dedicated to developing cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies to enhance accessibility and empower individuals with diverse needs. Our interdisciplinary team passionately pursues innovative research and practical solutions, bridging the gap between advanced AI techniques and inclusive, real-world applications.
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