after yesterdays agm statement the share price has risen 50% how much upside is left or is this another false dawn?
http://www.alexa.com/data/details/traffic_details/thewellnessshop.co.uk
womans hour link below.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/womanshour/04/2008_08_mon.shtml

Ultrasis looks to beat winter blues
If CCBT software helps to meet demand for mental health support, it could make shareholders as well as sufferers from depression more cheerful. Russ Mould looks on the bright side.

A report from the Healthcare Commission on the poor quality of support given to patients with mental health problems could give a further boost to demand for Ultrasis's (ULT:AIM) computerised cognitive behavioural therapy (CCBT) software.

The 20.7 million cap firm has already linked up with the Mental Health Foundation (MHF) to offer free access to an online self-help programme for anyone with mild or moderate depression.

The depression relief programme will be available free for four weeks to anyone who registers on the MHF website in November and December.

Ultrasis chief executive Nigel Brabbins then plans to retail the software, which follows the May acquisition of Healthstar for 2.9 million in shares.

The flagship 'Beating the Blues' program - related to the Depression Relief program - appears well positioned with the NHS, after the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) recommended the software as a treatment for mild and moderate depression.

Beating the Blues is a self-help treatment that features interactive modules, animation and voice overs and has been designed to be used even by those with minimal computer skills.

A government white paper has committed the NHS to providing access to CCBT by March 2007, although budgetary issues and the decision to merge a number of Primary Care Trusts has slowed down the proposed rollout.

The delays have caused Ultrasis's share price to sag from 3.38p to 1.95p, but Brabbins remains convinced a deal will soon be clinched.

'The product is finished, it is ready to be delivered and it works on the NHS's personal computers,' he tells Shares. 'We are being told it is a matter of when and not if,' Brabbins says.

The Healthcare Commission's review found patients do not always have access to 24/7 personal care and support.

Most local mental health teams do offer out-of-hours services but 51% of patients surveyed did not have the phone number of someone whom they could contact after office hours.

Almost three million people in the UK are diagnosed as having depression at any one time.

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The following appeared in August 2006 in the news item by CEO - October is here - does anyone know anything more!!!!

"Full Year results, indicative timescales
It is our intention to issue preliminary results in the first half of October, subject to audit sign off, with the Annual Report to be released early in 2007, followed by the AGM shortly afterwards. I will firm up the dates in the next few weeks and issue details accordingly.

Thank you and I trust you again found this informative.

Nigel Brabbins
Chief Executive
10th August 2006"

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pension that statement was to mis-lead day traders which has worked.

Ultrasis PLC
16 October 2006


16 October, 2006

Ultrasis plc

Final results for the year ended 31 July 2006


Ultrasis, the provider of computer-delivered, interactive healthcare products
and associated services, announces its preliminary results for the year ended 31
July 2006.

Highlights

Turnover ahead 37% to 1,243k (2005: 907k)

Pre-tax loss reduced by 45% to 188,000 (2005: 342,000)

Net cash of 197,000 (2005: negative net cash 492,000)

NICE recommendation of core CCBT product 'Beating the Blues' for use in NHS

Pilot contracts to provide 'Beating the Blues' as part of the Department of
Work and Pensions (DWP) Initiative to get people off incapacity benefits

Successful completion of Healthstar acquisition of strategic importance to
Ultrasis


Nigel Brabbins, Chief Executive, said:

'In a year in which we have achieved successful landmarks, we have also recorded
our best financial results to date. Against a background of growing demand for
our services, and potential opportunities in the wider healthcare market and
corporate sector, we believe we are making considerable progress, and look
forward with confidence to the future.'

http://www.jmir.org/2006/3/e23/
Journal of Medical Internet Research - Directions for the ...
Cost-effectiveness of computerised cognitive-behavioural therapy for anxiety and depression in primary care: randomised controlled trial. ...

interesting....

Is there anything useful in the pipeline for these guys or are we playing an extended waiting game now to see how their sales do over the next period?

gb waiting game

Mention in Shares mag:
Recomends buying with comment: the risk of delays ( for contracts) remains high and investors will have to patient.

pension thanks for update at least it has been mention in shares now twice in the last few weeks which is better then earlier in the year

I'm tempted but while I have been watching for many months the only product I have seen mentioned is beating the blues.

can anyone say if this is the same product or has it been improved or enhanced in anyway. are there other products the coy sell or in the pipe line ... obviously the principle idea must be a winner but only if the idea is going to be developed to further programs

tipton these are the main products
Beating the Blues
Beating the Blues is a computerised program of cognitive behavioural therapy, endorsed by the National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) as an effective treatment for mild and moderate depression.

The Relief Series
The Relief Series is a range of self-help, online multimedia programs offering education and awareness to help promote mental health and well-being.

Drink and Drug Wise
Drink & Drug Wise is a self-help, on-line multi-media program, that helps people recognise whether they have a need to overcome alcohol and drug misuse, and provides a comprehensive set of tools and techniques to help overcome their problems.

Calm Workplace
Calm Workplace is a Work Related Stress Audit that gives employers of all types and sizes an easy to implement and cost effective way to help meet the Health and Safety Executive's stress management standards.
go to www.ultrasis.com for more information.

this was taken from evo rns this morning
However, the recent negative change in market sentiment towards IPOs and towards
the AIM market in particular, has resulted in a reduction in forecast corporate
finance revenue for the final quarter of 2006. The Group recognises that AIM is
a market suffering from some indigestion, due in part to the constraints of
limited shareholder access and capacity. This may lead to opportunities and some
consolidation. Evolution intends to be ready to take advantage of this and
support the franchise it has built over the last five years.

Ultrasis PLC
01 November 2006


Press release 1 November 2006



Ultrasis launches
www.thewellnessshop.co.uk
online retail arm


Ultrasis plc, the interactive healthcare provider, has launched

www.thewellnessshop.co.uk,
an online retail service designed and developed to
address the growing demand for quality healthcare products and services that
help people to be more active in managing their own health and wellbeing.



By going to
www.thewellnessshop.co.uk
people will be able to find affordable
self-help programmes to tackle some of the more common emotional health problems
that people experience in their lives; including depression, anxiety, stress and
sleep problems.



Interactive healthcare, or more simply the use of computer technology to support
people to get better, has recently been the focus of growing attention with the
recommendation by The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence
(NICE) that one of Ultrasis's programs 'Beating the Blues' should be made
available in the NHS to treat mild and moderate depression because of its proven
clinical efficacy and cost effectiveness.



Technical advances have improved considerably the usability and overall consumer
experience available in interactive healthcare. Tension Taker, an interactive
product from Ultrasis aimed at dealing with stress, anxieties, insomnia and IBS,
uses a biofeedback fingertip sensor to teach people how to manage their anxiety
levels.



Nigel Brabbins, Chief Executive of Ultrasis plc, said: 'With more than 120
million people worldwide suffering from depression, the market for self-help
products is growing substantially, as people become more aware of the need to
seek out new ways to solve their health problems. Our own research indicates
that people are looking for both quality and value; the wellness shop' will
provide this, with the added value of being both completely confidential and
available when people need it. We believe that creating 'the wellness shop'
both creates a substantial opportunity for the Company and will contribute
significantly to the emerging positive health and wellbeing agenda.'

http://www.ehiprimarycare.com/news/item.cfm?ID=2243
Free computerised CBT for depression online
06 Nov 2006

Woodie ... many thanks for your most helpful reply .. it will encourage me to keep a closer eye on ULT

no probs glad to help

http://www.mhchoice.csip.org.uk/psychological-therapies/computerised-cognitive-behavioural-therapy-ccbt.html
Computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (cCBT)

ACTION: EMAIL PASA - see para. 3.2



Gateway ref: 7277
1. The purpose of this webpage is to:
Confirm PCT responsibilities in delivering the NICE Technology Appraisal on cCBT
Outline the national procurement process, including the process for delivering a commissioning framework
Set out the funding and contracting arrangements
Update you on the Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT) programme.



2. cCBT NICE Technology Appraisal: for implementation by 31 March 2007

2.1 In its technological appraisal of February 2006 (TA097), The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) made the following recommendations about the use of cCBT for the treatment of depression and anxiety:
Beating the Blues for people with mild and moderate depression
FearFighter for people with panic and phobia



2.2 For the delivery of these applications, the Department of Health (DH) has amended the usual requirement for the NHS to fund treatments for NICE technology appraised treatments from 3 to 12 months. Thus, PCTs are expected to be able to offer these cCBT packages by 31 March 2007. This will require PCTs to:
Undertake a local needs assessment
Purchase software licences
Ensure the availability of hardware for the delivery of packages
Ensure that appropriately trained staff are available to supervise delivery
Develop referral protocols



2.3 NICE technology appraisals are binding on the NHS and delivery of this appraisal should be undertaken whilst continuing to achieve financial balance.



3. National Framework Agreement (Tariff)


3.1 The Department is in discussion with the NHS Purchasing and Supply Agency (PASA) to establish a National Framework Agreement covering the two current software packages to enable PCTs/NHS providers to purchase according to a nationally agreed pricing structure.



3.2 We are aware that PCTs have or are about to enter contracts with provider companies. In order to manage this situation by providing best value solutions for yourselves and future purchasing within the scope of the National Framework Agreement it is important that you contact PASA. PASA will provide you with further guidance on the national framework agreement once further discussions have taken place with the software providers.



3.3 We are aware that some PCTs have already entered into contracts with the provider companies. A key aim of the national framework agreement will be to ensure an equitable national tariff. These PCTs are also encouraged to contact PASA.




4. Funding and contracting


4.1 The DH is unable to provide any funding in addition to existing allocations to support the roll-out of these products. However, in delivering the guidance, the cost of the applications may be capitalised. We would therefore advise PCTs to explore any local flexibility to fund this from their capital budgets.



5. cCBT Commissioning Guidelines


5.1 Comprehensive PCT commissioning guidelines will be circulated by Christmas 2006. The guidelines will provide:
Progress on the national tariff
Advice on the hardware, location and product licenses
Positive practice examples to support effective cCBT staffing support and integration with appropriate stepped care psychological therapy service models.



6. Timetable
Christmas 2006 - cCBT Commissioning guidelines distributed to PCTs
31 March 2007 - PCTs have cCBT products in place and the NICE Guidelines are met.


7. Next steps: Delivering Improved Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT)



7.1 The Government remains committed to improving access to psychological therapies, and we are considering the scope for further developments. This will be considered as part of future service and financial planning by the Department and PCTs



7.3 For the remainder of 2006/07, I would be grateful of your support in working in partnership with your Care Services Improvement Partnership (CSIP) Regional Development Centre to review your local position in the delivery of evidence-based psychological services.



7.4 If you have any further queries about the content of this letter, please do not hesitate to contact your local CSIP Regional Director or James Seward, the national IAPT Programme Director.



Professor Louis Appleby CBE

National Director for Mental Health

john excellent find well done at last there is something in black & white.

Chief executive bulletin: Issue 343, 3 - 9 November 2006
http://www.dh.gov.uk/PublicationsAndStatistics/Bulletins/ChiefExecutiveBulletin/BulletinCE/fs/en?CONTENT_ID=4140442&chk=EXj6ES#6153976
6. NICE technology appraisal on computerised cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) (Gateway reference number: 7277)
Chief executives are reminded that the NICE technologyappraisal on computerised CBT was published in February 2006 with an implementation waiver of 12 months. This statutory period expires on 31 March 2007. PCTs will need to make this service available from that date. Further guidance to help implementation is at:
http://www.mhchoice.csip.org.uk/psychological-therapies/computerised-cognitive-behavioural-therapy-ccbt.html

comments:- so what do we have in this Ultrasis universe?
a share price that is kept low no matter how much research is done, a letter from the DOH to not only EVERY PCT but also i presume all mental health trusts instructing them to put the Flagship Product BEATING The BLUES in place in the next short period, any other share i have ever followed would have risen enough on the back of that alone to get press coverage.
also from the DOH letter - telling PCT's to get in touch if they have already purchased BTB ...
so just how many have? - we don't know any more because the list of PCT's that had done so, was removed from the Ultrasis web site so why don't the company update it?
as the website is the WINDOW to the WORLD why not list ALL the places BTB is available, that alone would encourage quicker take up by others who have not yet done so.
p.s. with the 'pharmas' losing a lot of support in the states due to the political changes that should mean companies such as Ultrasis have an increased chance of doing deals there.

johndoug i agree the s/price should be higher it has been a disappointment since the last results.with the usa they are being left behind as others are starting to get a foothold in the major comps the longer it is left the harder it will become.