Finding Fraser a priority

Health campaign

Monklands residents are being asked to be on the lookout for a local character whose lifestyle has been transformed – by the power of text message.

The appeal follows the recent launch of an animation which shows how Telehealth, which encompasses technology like tablets and mobile phones, is helping people take care of their hearts, minds and general health.

Created by health and social care partners in North and South Lanarkshire, the short internet film tells the story of Fraser, who’s living with high blood pressure.

Traditionally, that means he would have had to make regular trips to his GP to have his blood pressure monitored. But now, thanks to the help of a system called Flo, he can text his readings from home.

Fraser is so independent, active and out and about you’ll now be able to find him across Monklands – and people are being asked to keep their eye out for a special poster.

Morag Hearty, Telehealth manager of NHS Lanarkshire, said: “Our team have been busy distributing posters of Fraser, from leisure facilities, community centres and cafes.

“If you see the poster, take a close up picture of Fraser with your camera phone then post on Facebook or Twitter with the hashtag #FoundFraser.

“Fraser himself will come back with a special reply and we’ll respond with information on Telehealth and how it works.”

To view the animated appeal to # FindFraser, v i s i t h t t p s : / / v i m e o. com/198038609?lite=1