Bupa launches 'rapid' remote cardiac assessment service

Bupa UK is offering remote access to cardiologist consultation within 36 hours of contacting its specialist triage team. The new service has been introduced amid growing concern from cardiologists that thousands of people may be putting themselves at greater risk of long-term heart damage having delayed seeking medical help during the pandemic. At the height of the lockdown (during 8 March to 30 May), Bupa saw a 60% drop in customer requests for an initial consultation with a cardiologist compared to the same period last year. Similarly, the British Heart Foundation reports that the n...