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Should all NHS premises provide free access to wi-fi?

BMJ 2015; 351 doi: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.h4098 (Published 12 August 2015) Cite this as: BMJ 2015;351:h4098

Rapid Response:

Re: Should all NHS premises provide free access to wi-fi?

Another benefit for older patients in particular who are having a longer admission, is that they could video call relatives. In winter especially it is often a challenge for older partners of patients to visit regularly. The raised morale from being able to talk with and see relatives, even those in different continents, and feeling connected to them would be beneficial.

Competing interests: No competing interests

20 August 2015
Pawan Randev
GP
Measham Medical Unit
Measham