RECENT NEWS

The AfPP Robotics Symposium is set to take place on 11 June in Norwich. This prestigious event offers a platform for an in-depth look into the latest innovations, evidence-based practices, and the evolving role of robotics in surgery. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the future of robotic-assisted procedures and their impact on surgical outcomes.

Diagnostic imaging professionals across the NHS are being urged to help shape the next generation radiology information system by detailing their needs. Also known as the RIS, the core technology is used across the health service to provide service intelligence, schedule scans, and to report on patient images.

New data published by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows that the flu vaccine is estimated to have prevented around 96,000 to 120,200 people from being hospitalised in England last winter.

​A record 166,360 more adults in England began receiving support last year from a world-leading NHS public health initiative, which helps people lose weight and make lifestyles changes to stop or delay them developing Type 2 diabetes, according to new data.

Thousands of patients will benefit from faster and safer cancer treatment thanks to new cutting-edge radiotherapy machines being rolled out to every region in the country.

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved rADAMTS13 (ADZYNMA), the first UK treatment to treat congenital thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (CTTP) in patients of all ages.

A free to join webinar taking place this month will spotlight vital sustainable innovation while inspiring NHS Scotland staff in the drive to meet net zero ambitions with fresh ideas.

Global MedTech company, Mölnlycke Health Care, has officially opened its new global headquarters in Mölndal, Gothenburg. The newly built 16,000 sqm facility has a capacity for 1,000 employees and is located in the heart of the GoCo Health Innovation City, which continues to expand. The new life science hub already gathers around 100 companies and is a workplace for thousands of life science professionals.

As demand for eye care in England continues to rise sharply, outpacing the capacity of hospital eye services and leading to delays in treatment and avoidable sight loss, The College of Optometrists is calling on local commissioners to universally commission and fund community minor and urgent eye care services across all regions in England.

A new report from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) has laid bare the crisis in children’s community health services. New analysis from RCPCH shows that, as of March 2025, there are over 314,000 children waiting for essential community health services. This figure represents a 5% rise from February to March and means a further 16,000 children are waiting for vital treatment.

Research by the Alliance for Heart Failure has revealed that the majority of Community Diagnostic Centres (CDCs) in England are not delivering NT-proBNP blood tests, a crucial diagnostic for heart failure. Last September, Freedom of Information requests were sent to 213 Trusts with 146 responses received. Only six NHS Trusts responded saying they provided access to NT-proBNP testing in CDCs, with the majority reporting that either they didn’t provide access or did not hold the relevant data.

NHS Lothian and InnoScot Health have united to support the environmental ambitions behind newly designed scrubs that enable partners to provide vital skin-to-skin contact with their newborns after a caesarean section.

​Thousands of gonorrhoea cases could be prevented over the next decade thanks to the NHS’ world-first vaccination programme against the infection.

A research programme by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has identified fragments of West Nile Virus (WNV) genetic material in mosquitoes collected in Britain for the first time.

A new World Health Organization Pandemic Agreement has been adopted by the UK. The deal marks a significant step forward in stronger domestic and global prevention by improving the way countries around the world work together to detect and combat pandemic threats.

The NHS University Hospitals of the North Midlands, home to one of the UK’s leading stroke units, has announced the acute stroke team at the Royal Stoke Hospital has been recognised nationally for their exceptional work in thrombosis prevention. The team has been named winner in the category: Excellent Quality Improvement Programme that Advanced Practice in Thrombosis Prevention or Management.

A national survey reveals that while children and young people report positive experiences of being involved in decisions about their healthcare, there is a clear need for better emotional support and more effective responses to concerns raised during hospital stays.

New research has uncovered the tough decisions NHS leaders are making to balance their books and protect patient care. Researchers from The King’s Fund health and care charity spoke in detail to NHS leaders in England to understand the decisions being driven by tight finances.

Warwick SASCo has announced that the company has been acquired by Karnell Group AB (Sweden). Darby Booth, who will continue as Managing Director under the new ownership, said the investment is good news for the future growth and longevity of the business.

The Government has announced that failing Trust leaders will have annual pay rises docked under tough new measures aimed at improving NHS performance and driving progress on cutting waiting lists. Bonuses of up to 10% will also be on offer for top performers under the new ‘carrot and stick’ approach.