( UMG) to introduce Sound Therapy, an innovative audio wellness collection designed to help listeners attain clearer focus, deeper relaxation and better sleep.

“ Every day, people around the world make Apple Music part of their daily routine, and we’ ve seen incredible engagement around our personalised mood playlists and the new Apple Music Chill radio station,” said Rachel Newman, Apple Music’ s Co-head.“ Now, with Sound Therapy, we’ re proud to work alongside UMG and Sollos to bring a new listening experience to Apple Music – one that’ s grounded in artistry, shaped by innovation, and designed to support wellness.”

“ For years, elevating music’ s role in health and wellbeing has been a strategic priority for UMG, linked to a potentially significant commercial opportunity, as well as something that our chairman and CEO, Sir Lucian, and the entire management team are passionate about,” said Michael Nash, UMG’ s executive vice president and chief digital officer.“ Given Apple’ s leadership at the intersection of health and technology, the launch of Sound Therapy represents an important validation of our innovative, science-led Sollos initiative. We look forward to working closely with the team at Apple to expand the ways that music can be harnessed to improve the wellness benefits for its users.”

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The suite is equipped with the Philips Azurion 7 system, replacing outdated equipment that was frequently breaking down and causing issues for staff. With the new technology in place, clinicians can now perform a full range of routine and complex interventional procedures with ease and confidence. This is enabling faster, less invasive and highly precise vascular treatment, dramatically improving the patient experience.

The project was delivered through a unique revenue-based financing model – developed by Philips in partnership with its global financial solutions partner, DLL – allowing the Trust to adopt this advanced technology without requiring upfront capital. The innovative pay-per-use approach provides financial flexibility while maximising return on investment, helping the Trust to address financial constraints and continue to modernise its healthcare infrastructure.

Mark Leftwich, Managing Director, Philips UK & Ireland, said:“ The future of healthcare in the UK will be shaped by our collective willingness to embrace innovation – not only in technology but in the ways we fund and deliver care. Our partnership with Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust will bring this state-of-the-art Interventional Radiology suite to life and is a strong example of how new financing models and long-term partnerships can help futureproof NHS services, delivering better care, to more people.” �

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