UK telehealth start-up Qdoctor facilitates COVID-19 vaccine rollout - Business Insider

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Here's how a little-known telehealth startup is poised to make a mark by helping the UK roll out the first coronavirus vaccine

first in line. Those in care homes or housebound will receive the vaccine at home.

The company has increased its user base significantly this year, with a 738% rise since January for its video consultations. It now has nearly 3,000 healthcare professionals using the video-consultation platform in primary care as well as some urgent care providers, and mental health clinics. Otherwise, individual practices or groups of practices can sign up for Qdoctor's service and start using it within a day.

The appointment system is part of the government-funded video system, so it's free to use. But, Qdoctor charges for bulk text messages to send appointment reminders to patients. is a healthcare messaging start-up, and also an NHS Digital Supplier for video consultations. It has secured £9.1 million investment so far.

 

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