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How To Opt Out of an Opt In Policy

Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010 | Healthcare, News | No Comments

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In a recent article in the MDU’s new journal for GPs and GPSTs, Good Practice, the MDU says that it is unwise to rely on patients’ implied consent to allow the practice to communicate with them in this way. It is better to adopt a cautious approach and get the patient’s express consent. [Read More]

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New Diabetes Classifications Force Patient Reviews

Monday, March 15th, 2010 | Healthcare, News | No Comments

New guidelines recently developed for Diabetes will lead to 40% of patients diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes needing to be reclassified and that 6% of Type 2 Diabetes sufferers may not have the condition at all. GPs are being asked to recall patients to check their classification as part of their annual review, which can easily be achieved using MJog’s free text messages via NHSmail. [Read More]

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Save 40% On The Cost of Patient Recalls Using Text Reminders

Monday, January 25th, 2010 | Healthcare, News | No Comments

postbox Sending text messages can reduce the cost of patient recalls by 40%, and increase response rates compared to traditional postal methods. An average GP surgery can send around 2,000 patient recalls a year, which will cost in excess of £1,000*. Using MJog to send free recalls via NHSmail will drastically reduce this cost and improve practice efficiency. [Read More]

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MJog to Boost HPV Vaccination Uptake in Women Aged 16-18

Thursday, January 14th, 2010 | Healthcare, News | No Comments

Uptake of the HPV Vaccination is set to dramatically increase by sending text reminders to patients. Inital reports show that only 35% received the first dose, dropping dramatically to around 22% for the second dose for 16-18 year olds. With uptake in schools for ages 12-15 being only marginally higher, the shortfall of vaccinations will in part be fulfilled at local GP Practices.