Healthcare professionals
A LymphAware profile may help surface relevant patient-selected information alongside normal assessment and clinical records.
For Professionals
Clearer communication when someone is living with lymphoedema.
LymphAware is being developed as an additional communication aid to help people living with lymphoedema share information they have chosen to make available.
What LymphAware is
LymphAware combines a physical identification card with a QR-linked digital profile.
The profile contains information the patient has chosen to make available and is designed to be easy to understand on a mobile phone.
The purpose is to support communication, particularly where the person may find it difficult, uncomfortable or impractical to explain everything themselves.
What LymphAware is not
LymphAware is not a clinical record, diagnostic tool or substitute for professional assessment.
Information shown through LymphAware should be considered alongside normal professional judgement and appropriate clinical information.
Who may find LymphAware useful?
The system is being designed for a range of situations where clear patient-selected information may support understanding.
Emergency services
The card may provide an additional route to information when a person finds it difficult to explain their condition or needs.
Businesses and support services
LymphAware may help improve understanding where a person needs assistance, consideration or additional time.
Patient-selected information
The patient remains in control of what they choose to make available through their LymphAware profile.
The system is being developed around data minimisation and a clear distinction between account information and information displayed through the QR-linked profile.
Using the information appropriately
A valid LymphAware profile is intended to support communication, not replace professional judgement.
Information may help provide context about the person's lymphoedema, practical assistance needs or other relevant considerations they have chosen to share.
Where healthcare decisions are required, appropriate professional assessment and clinical information remain essential.
Designed to support communication, not replace professional judgement.
LymphAware is being developed towards a small patient pilot, with appropriate healthcare review planned as the project progresses.