U.S., Aug. 26 -- A healthcare provider that specialises in musculoskeletal disorders has been named as a partner by the UK's National Health Service (NHS) to help reduce the burden on frontline workers.
Connect Health has been appointed as a partner in two areas of the NHS: the Outsourced Clinical Services Framework (OCS) and the Health Systems Support Framework, with the aim of reducing waiting times and achieving better outcomes for patients.
Musculoskeletal problems affect 1 in 4 of the UK's adult population and account for 30 per cent of doctor consultations. COVID-19 has added pressure to frontline staff and key workers, with many staff finding themselves working long hours under very difficult conditions to meet patient demand.
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