- 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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