The Sound Doctor, the UK’s leading provider of
health-related film and audio contentfor patients, has
announced a series of 40 groundbreaking films on heart failure.
The films, released in partnership with Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation
Trust and Kings College Hospital NHS Trust, have been produced with input from
the British Heart Foundation.
“The videos are clear and I am sure will be a fantastic resource for patients
and their medical professionals,” said Mike Knapton of the British Heart
Foundation.
The films are designed to form an effective self-management tool for patients
and are filled with practical advice offered by some of the UK’s leading
experts in the field. The high quality of the films, as well as their scope and
number, provide an essential resource for those coping with heart failure as
well as their families.
Rosie Runciman, The Sound Doctor co-founder said "For patients, the films
will help you get the most out of life now you’ve been diagnosed with heart
failure. For you and your family, it is a resource which is available 24/7 and
there are so many tips and practical advice that will really make a
difference."
Mike Knapton went on to explain, “In an ideal world, the information could be
given face to face with a doctor or nurse, but in practice, only so much
information can be taken in at each consultation. This approach enables
patients to know more about their condition, which will increase their confidence
and control over their lives.”
There are currently around 900,000 people in the UK living with heart failure
and just as many living with damaged hearts but without the symptoms of heart
failure. Due to an ageing population, these numbers are expected to grow, which
will inevitably increase the pressure on health professionals, the NHS and
allied services.
These outstanding films will not only help NHS professionals to ensure improved
patient outcomes, they will also help heart failure sufferers to live more
independent and fulfilling lives.
For more information, visit www.thesounddoctor.org.
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