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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jane Kirby

Medics urge NHS TikTok policy amid privacy concerns

  • The Society of Radiographers (SoR) has raised concerns about patients recording NHS medical treatments for platforms like TikTok and Instagram, citing risks to staff and other patients.
  • The SoR advocates for clear NHS policies to prevent patients from filming clinical procedures without prior permission, to ensure a safer environment.
  • Ashley d’Aquino, a therapeutic radiographer, noted an increase in patients filming cancer treatments, causing anxiety among staff due to potential privacy breaches and distractions.
  • One incident involved a cancer patient’s daughter filming a cannulation without permission, raising concerns about recording other patients' private information.
  • Dean Rogers of the SoR emphasised the need for hospital trusts to implement policies that balance patient needs with staff wellbeing, ensuring privacy and optimal care.

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