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IMS launches zero-footprint clinical software

Jim Marino — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 06:59:01 +0000

IMS MAXIMS has launched a range of browser-based clinical software packages that have a ‘zero footprint’ on a hospital’s PCs and devices. MAXIMS requires no software installation on the desktop PC. It works through Internet Explorer 6 or 7 or on a Windows Mobile device. The system allows clinical staff to electronically manage a complete patient journey, streamlining patient data across the following areas: full clinical, order communications, scheduling, bed management, 18 week RTT management, nursing documentation, clinical noting clinical outcomes, discharge summaries and 31 specialist departmental modules.

Fujitsu Siemens Computers Launches A Mobile Tablet PC Especially Designed For The Healthcare Sector

Jim Marino — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:12:39 +0000

Fujitsu Siemens Computers announces the launch of ESPRIMO MA, a sophisticated mobile tablet PC developed for the healthcare sector. The robust tablet PC is an ideal companion for visiting wards. The ESPRIMO MA features a fully sealed housing and can be completely sterilised for use in healthcare environments. Functions such as integrated high-speed 3G/UMTS (3G is optional) and WLAN enable digitally-archived patient data to be accessed anywhere, at anytime bringing a “paperless” hospital one step closer. Instead of noting patient data on paper and later transferring that data to a PC, nursing staff can archive information digitally on-site.

RACGP launches ‘flu kit’ for epidemic control

Jim Marino — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 06:35:33 +0000

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has launched its Pandemic Influenza Planning Toolkit: the ‘flu’ kit to support clinicians and nurses in order to educate staff. The kit is a part of the organization’s plan to deal with a situation like influenza epidemic. Primary care staff is crucial to the assessment of the disease and controlling its spread. The kit comprises of 5 practice posters and a CD with the education modules giving simple measures such as washing hands and mask wearing that can prevent the spread of respiratory infections.