How To Opt Out of an Opt In Policy

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

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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MJog Launches Free Two Way Messages via NHSmail

Thursday, November 5th, 2009 | Healthcare, News | No Comments

Two way messaging is now available free of charge from MJog. The first of its kind to be offered, the new technology utilises NHSmail and can improve efficiency, reduce DNAs and increase clinic attendance even further for both Primary & Secondary care across the country. For further information contact us.

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GP Practice Increase Smoking Status Updates by 65%

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 | Healthcare, News | No Comments

A busy practice in London has successfully updated the smoking status of 65% of patients using free text messages from MJog. Chiswick Health Centre (West4GPs), a busy NHS Hounslow practice with a patient list size in excess of 11,000 originally introduced MJog a year ago to reduce appointment no shows (DNAs). [Read More]

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MJog Helps Trafford Go Paperless

Tuesday, June 16th, 2009 | Healthcare, News | No Comments

Trafford Healthcare NHS Trust is fast on its way to becoming paperless with the introduction of ‘best of breed’ electronic systems such as MJog.

Stephen Parsons, IM&T Project Manager at Trafford Healthcare NHS Trust comments; “MJog automatically links via web services to the scheduling system to text and call around 1,000 people per evening to remind them of their appointment and to prompt patients to confirm attendance. The method helps run clinics to capacity and removes the need for paper reminders and follow-ups.”

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