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Partnership aims to help diagnose cancers earlier
International medical imaging IT and cybersecurity company Sectra has signed a five-year contract with North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust for the delivery of a regional digital pathology system to the Northern Cancer Alliance.
MAC publishes latest report on visas for medical professionals
The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has recommended that all medical roles should be added to the shortage occupation list (SOL), in its first full review of the list since 2013.
Health Innovation Manchester drives digital transformation forward
Guy Lucchi is set to join Health Innovation Manchester in June 2019 to lead on the organisation’s digital transformation programme, across Greater Manchester’s £6bn devolved health and care system.
UK’s latest proton beam therapy centre marks milestone for cancer care
The opening of the UK’s latest high energy proton beam therapy centre marks a significant moment in the provision of advanced cancer.
Up to £240,000 AI funding available
£240,000 is available through an Innovate UK Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) competition, with funding from Opportunity North East and NHS Scotland, to investigate the use of AI and machine learning in the NHS.
Endoscopy team achieves prestigious JAG accreditation
The Endoscopy team at The London Clinic independent hospital and charity are celebrating after achieving the sought-after UK accreditation from the Royal College of Physicians Joint Advisory Group on gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy (JAG).
State-of-the-art 3D mammography units installed at Derby Hospital
Two state-of-art 3D mammography systems that offer women a more comfortable breast exam experience have been installed at the University of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust.
Study reveals proton beam therapy significantly reduces side effects
A groundbreaking study has revealed that cancer patients are at significantly lower risk of experiencing unwanted side effects when treated with proton beam therapy compared with conventional radiation therapy.
Track and trace technology set to improve patient care
Homerton University Hospital, which provides acute treatment and care for patients across the London Borough of Hackney and the City of London, has appointed Genesis Automation to deliver a new track and trace technology system to help manage its essential medical supplies.
Next generation molecular diagnostics business launches
Health Innovation Manchester and global partner QIAGEN announce ground-breaking new company to develop new tests for the prediction, prevention, and diagnosis of disease.
End-to-end solution helps Trust to speed up CT scans
The London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) has acquired three new Siemens Healthineers CT scanners across its three primary sites, with support from Siemens Financial Services (SFS).
COPD audit reveals great strides and areas for improvement
Care of patients with chronic lung conditions is improving but there are still significant deficiencies that need addressing, according to the world’s largest clinical audit of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) patients, run by the Royal College of Physicians (RCP).
Disabled medical staff to get increased support
Disabled doctors and medical students can expect greater support to pursue their careers, following new guidance published on Tuesday 14 May by the General Medical Council (GMC).
Hospital staff offered cervical cancer screenings
Cervical cancer screening appointments have been offered to staff at Poole Hospital to raise awareness of how screening can help identify the onset of the disease.
Funding helps development of pioneering software
Pioneering software that enables anaesthetists to make better decisions for high risk patients during surgery has been awarded InnovateUK funding.
New radiology equipment installed at Peterborough City Hospital
Vendor-independent managed service and maintenance provider, Althea, has installed brand new radiology equipment at Peterborough City Hospital.
UK HealthTech sector fully supported in China
The Association of British HealthTech Industries (ABHI) is supporting 17 UK companies, ranging from small start-ups to large SMEs, at China Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF).
Back pain app outperforms physiotherapy in clinical trial
Kaia Health, a digital therapeutics company, announced results from the first randomised controlled trial of its app-based therapy programme for patients with non-specific low back pain. Detailed results of the study showed that patients using Kaia, a downloadable app for back pain, reported significantly lower pain levels compared to the control group treated with physiotherapy and online education.
Class I medical device manufacturers "must act now"
A new white paper outlines the critical components of the European Medical Device Regulation for Class I manufacturers and the fall-out derived from non-compliance.
Renowned US hospital group takes first step in UK partnership
Construction to transform 15 Portland Place into a new premium health clinic is nearing completion, ahead of the first launch from a new joint venture between two of the world’s leading names in healthcare and medical research.
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