RECENT NEWS

State-of-the-art operating theatre to feature live surgery at Future Surgery 2022

A ground-breaking ‘Surgical Simulation Theatre’ that allows visitors to watch some of the UK’s best surgeons perform both ‘live’ and simulated surgery will once again be returning to Future Surgery 2022.

Female doctors must be better supported through menopause to avoid exodus

Female doctors must be well supported through the menopause to reduce the risk of a potential exodus of passionate and skilled clinicians from the workforce, according to the Medical Protection Society (MPS).

Public health underspend starves deprived areas of vital services, says Health Foundation

The Health Foundation is calling on the Government to increase funding for public health, as chronic underinvestment continues to hit the poorest the hardest.

First ever ‘UK Healthcare Pavilion’ magazine is launched

The brand new ‘UK Healthcare Pavilion’ magazine showcasing the best of UK HealthTech and comprising a dedicated UK show guide, for this year’s MEDICA trade fair, is now available.

Polio vaccination efforts must be supported by good hygiene, say experts on World Polio Day

As new outbreaks of an archaic disease sweep the globe, hygiene experts warn that vaccination as the first line of defence must be backed up by adequate hygiene.

Hospital reporting needs improvement for patient safety, say nurses

Incident reporting on hospital wards has improved, but nurses want more time and training to effect change, research from Radar Healthcare has found. The findings are reported in the whitepaper ‘Incident reporting in secondary care: An analysis of reporting rates and their effect on patient safety’ released today.

Gridlocked health and care system leading to deterioration in experience of care

A new report has highlighted the severe pressures that the NHS is facing and the impact it is having on care quality.

Speakers confirmed for 2022 IPS Environment, Cleaning and Decontamination Educational Conference

The Infection Prevention Society will host the second Environment, Cleaning and Decontamination Conference (IPS ECD) in November 2022, co-sponsored by Tork, Essity’s global leading professional hygiene brand, and Sodexo Health & Care.

Innovative gel that aids removal of damaged tissue now available to NHS Trusts

An innovative gel that facilitates the removal of damaged tissue by means of chemical debridement as an alternative to sharp debridement is now available for hospital trusts through NHS Supply Chain.

Government must restore doctor-patient relationship to the heart of general practice, say MPs

The Health and Social Care Committee has accused the government and NHS leaders of failing to heed the evidence on the importance of continuity of care, hastening the decline of a uniquely important relationship between a GP and their patients, in the midst of an acute and growing shortage of GPs.

Innovative Medical Training Models Showcased on ABHI UK Pavilion at MEDICA 2022

UK medical equipment manufacturer Adam,Rouilly will be joining the ABHI UK Pavilion at MEDICA 2022 (14 – 17 November 2022) to showcase their new innovative range of medical training models to support healthcare professionals perfect all manner of essential clinical and nursing skills.

Last Chance for UK HealthTech Innovators to Apply for ABHI US Accelerator 2023

HealthTech SMEs looking to upscale their US business have a limited time left to apply to the 2023 ABHI US Accelerator. Developed by the Association of British HealthTech Industries (ABHI), the programme helps UK companies grow their business in one of the world’s most competitive health technology landscapes.

Radar Healthcare appoints former CEO of NICE

Quality and compliance software experts, Radar Healthcare has appointed the former chief executive officer of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), Professor Gillian Leng CBE to its board of non-executive directors.

Remove barriers to help tackle NHS crisis, GMC urges

Barriers preventing thousands of doctors from being deployed to meet areas of high patient demand must be removed if NHS challenges are to be addressed, the General Medical Council (GMC) has warned.

Over £800m to boost innovation, growth and improve patient safety

Patients are set to benefit from innovative new treatments and improved delivery of health and care services following significant funding to support ground-breaking experimental medicine research and advance the UK’s response to patient safety challenges.

Focus on infection prevention education and training

The 14th Annual Infection Prevention Conference is taking place in Bournemouth from the 17-19 October 2022. Organised by the Infection Prevention Society, themes this year are critical to the IPC agenda and include ‘Climate Change and Sustainability’, ‘Out of Hospital Care’ and ‘Communicating IPC messages’.

Children commonly face new, worsening health problems months after critical illness from sepsis

Even months after critical illness for sepsis, children are at risk for new or worsening medical conditions, a study suggests.

FDA clearance for personalised surgery platform

3D LifePrints has announced FDA 510(k) clearance approval for their Cranio-Maxillofacial products and services. This clearance follows on from their ISO 13485 medical certification in 2021.

Future Surgery partners with RCS to deliver their largest accredited speaker sessions

Returning to the ExCeL London on 15-16 November 2022, Future Surgery will deliver over 110 educational sessions – the largest to date – helping surgical teams to stay current with surgical innovation.

Survey highlights concerns within UK MedTech sector

Regulatory uncertainty is threatening to damage growth opportunities for the UK HealthTech sector, a latest industry survey suggests.

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