Medics urge NHS TikTok policy amid privacy concerns
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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