RECENT PRODUCT NEWS
NHS Ayrshire & Arran transforms healthcare IT with transition to InterSystems TrakCare as a Service
NHS Ayrshire & Arran, one of Scotland’s leading health boards, has transitioned to InterSystems TrakCare as a Service, the hosted version of InterSystems unified healthcare information system, TrakCare. This strategic move is aligned with Scotland's national health digital strategy, advocating a cloud-first approach to modernise healthcare IT infrastructure.
New medical trolley range
To celebrate the launch of the Medical Cart Company monitors and clinical PC trolleys range, at the surgicalmonitors.com online shop, Jones AV are launching three distinct packages for the end of the financial year.
New alcohol-free wipe: 'grey is the new way'
PDI International, a leading UK manufacturer of infection control solutions, has launched its latest alcohol-free cleaning and disinfection product, Sani-Cloth AF³. This product will replace Sani-Cloth AF, featuring improvements to meet customer needs better.
Advanced enzymatic cleaning for medical instruments
Ensuring the highest standards of medical instrument reprocessing is critical in modern healthcare. The effective removal of biofilm, proteins, and organic contaminants is essential to maintaining patient safety and prolonging instrument life. Viruzyme Ve, a proteolytic five-enzyme based biological cleaner, is specifically designed to meet these challenges, offering superior cleaning performance for medical, surgical, dental, and endoscopic instruments.
New full body antimicrobial Hibiwash cares for skin while killing bacteria
Hibiwash with 4% Ghlorhexidine Gluconate is an MHRA approved antiseptic full body wash of Mölnlycke Health Care UK and it can reduce the risk of healthcare acquired infections and surgical site infections when used by the patient pre- and post- surgery.
Revolutionary five-minute treatment to kill superbugs launched in the UK
A revolutionary new treatment that prevents healthcare acquired infections (HCAIs) - including MRSA and other superbugs - has been launched in the UK.
Brandon Medical: bringing innovation to life with a rebrand
Brandon Medical, a trusted provider of healthcare solutions for over 75 years, has unveiled a bold rebrand that reflects its evolution and ambition. From innovative surgical lights to fully integrated SMART healthcare spaces, the company highlights its commitment to innovation and excellence.
Transforming pre-cleaning with PreFoam Enzyme
Amity has introduced PreFoam Enzyme, a pre-soak cleaner designed to enhance the pre-cleaning of medical instruments. Stable and effective for 96 hours, this solution combines innovation and practicality, addressing the growing demands for faster, safer, and more efficient cleaning in healthcare environments.
Epidural kit reduces risk of complications
Backed by years of research, the Arrow Epidural Catheter is a trusted and reliable product that is in high demand across many countries. Designed to reduce complications in the epidural space, for adults as well as for children (in caudal and lumbar procedures), the solution has many key benefits that set it apart from typical Nylon catheters.
St Joseph’s Hospital installs Canon’s most advanced CT system
To increase the capacity of cardiac scanning and improve the patient experience, St Joseph’s Hospital has installed the Aquilion ONE / INSIGHT Edition with the brand new INSTINX, making it the first hospital in Wales and the first private hospital in the UK to benefit from Canon’s most advanced CT system.
CMR Surgical launches Ultrasonic Dissector
CMR Surgical has announced the launch of the Ultrasonic Dissector, a robotic advanced energy instrument delivering ultrasonic energy to cut and coagulate tissue, as part of its Versius Plus offering.
Cutting-edge, portable capnograph meets highest standards for patient safety
PROACT Medical is introducing the CAPNO-T to the UK capnography market - a cutting-edge, handheld, portable mainstream capnograph that further enhances their comprehensive range of capnography and resuscitation solutions.
New endoscopy unit to benefit patients in Cumbria
As part of a Managed Equipment Service (MES) contract, Ergéa UK has partnered with North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust (NCIC) to deliver a state-of-the-art endoscopy unit at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle.
New RFID mapping tool for more affordable tracking of healthcare assets
RFiD Discovery, a leading provider of innovative tracking solutions for healthcare and other industries, has announced the launch of new mapping functionality for its passive RFID asset tracking system. This pioneering feature allows hospitals to visualise the locations of passively tracked assets on an interactive map, improving operational efficiency and patient care.
Pressure care: new materials, new benefits
What alternatives to foam are there for cushions and mattresses that can tick all the boxes for skin health, manual handling challenges, and infection prevention, while also being fully recyclable? One solution is 3D spun thermoplastic elastomers, found in the NEST pressure care products.
Making pre-warming easy
Mölnlycke is committed to improving patient safety and optimising operational efficiency, which is why the company has developed its BARRIER® EasyWarm® blanket to provide a convenient patient warming solution.
Siemens Healthineers expands photon-counting CT portfolio
Three years after the launch of the world’s first photon-counting CT scanner, NAEOTOM Alpha, Siemens Healthineers has announced further expansion of its photon-counting CT portfolio.
High-pressure, needle-free, tissue-selective hydrodissection
Erbe Medical UK has launched the HYBRIDknife® flex, the latest addition to the portfolio of hybrid technology. This innovative instrument combines high-pressure hydrodissection with electrosurgery, redefining lesion management within the gastrointestinal tract. Its development was guided by insights from therapeutic and surgical endoscopists worldwide.
Lancashire trial demonstrates efficacy of hand hygiene solution
The results of a clinical trial at Lancashire Teaching Hospital Trust, of Primel Active Hand Shield (PAHS) technology, have now been announced. The solution demonstrated an average of 91% higher antimicrobial efficacy after 1 hour, compared to the current standard of care hand sanitiser at 15 minutes.
Mediplus Expands TIVA range with innovative five-way set
Mediplus has announced the launch of its five-way TIVA Set, designed to advance the management of intravenous anaesthesia.
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Scottish Intensive Care Society Conference 2025
Crieff Hydro Hotel, Scotland
1st - 2nd May 2025
AfPP Plymouth Regional Conference
TBC, Plymouth
10th May 2025
Association of Continence Professionals Annual Conference and Networking Exhibition 2025
Kents Hill Park, Milton Keynes
19th - 20th May 2025
Theatres and Decontamination Conference
CBS Arena
20th May 2025
British Infection Association 27th Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting 2025
Hilton, Newcastle Gateshead
20th - 21st May 2025
BAUN Day Educational Event
Hilton, Belfast
6th June 2025