A new Wi-Fi service has been rolled out at Dubbo Health Service to allow patients and visitors to stay connected while they are in hospital.
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The service, in partnership with eHealth NSW, went live in December and has already had more than 700 users log in.
“Access to Wi-Fi has enhanced the care we can provide in the unit and made such a difference to patients and visitors,” Dubbo Health Service general manager Debbie Bickerton said.
“Many of our patients are here for a large portion of their day while they receive chemotherapy treatment. Internet access means they can pass the time quickly browsing the web, connecting on social media or watching movies via streaming services,” she said.
“It also provides a great distraction from their cancer treatment and they can do normal things like pay bills, shop online or keep up with work.”
The Wi-Fi system has a free and paid service, with the premium option being better for activities that require faster download speeds such as online gaming or watching Netflix.
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