MPs recently asked the senior leadership of NHS England whether the NHS is well placed to implement the Government’s 'three healthcare shifts', in an evidence session to the Health and Social Care Committee. But high on the agenda were the damning findings of the Public Accounts Committee.
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OneTogether: the mission to reduce SSIs
The mission to reduce the incidence of surgical site infection continues to gain momentum, with a high impact programme of expert insights at this year’s OneTogether conference. CSJ provides an overview of this must-attend event.
Medical device testing: why diversity matters
A lack of diversity in medical device testing can lead to clinicians unknowingly deploying devices that perform inadequately in certain demographic groups. Stuart Grant and Sheena Macpherson highlight the impact on patient outcomes and how to manage the risks.
Global update on infection prevention and control
Kate Woodhead RGN DMS provides an overview of the latest global reports on the state of infection prevention and control (IPC). These reports reveal the considerable variability in the implementation of core components of IPC and highlight the need for significant improvement.
COVER STORY: Striking a balance in theatres
As pressure mounts to tackle the NHS patient backlog, global medical device manufacturer, Mindray explores how its A9 anaesthetic machine is helping anaesthetists effectively tackle the backlog while enhancing patient safety and reducing environmental impact.
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AfPP Manchester Regional Conference
Manchester Metropolitan University Business School
1st March 2025
The Fifth Annual Operating Theatres Show 2025
Kia Oval, London
11th March 2025, 9:00am - 4:00pm
DECON UK 2025
National Conference Centre, Birmingham
19th March 2025
Central Sterilising Club Annual Scientific Meeting 2025
Crowne Plaza Hotel, Chester
14th - 15th April 2025
AfPP Newcastle Regional Conference
Herschel Building, Newcastle University
26th April 2025
Infection Prevention and Control 2025 Conference and Exhibition
The National Conference Centre, Birmingham
29th – 30th April 2025