RECENT PRODUCT NEWS
Enhancing sustainability in the NHS through asset tracking and maintenance
In the evolving landscape of healthcare, sustainability has become a critical focus. The National Health Service (NHS) faces the dual challenge of providing high-quality patient care while managing costs and environmental impact. One overlooked aspect of sustainability is the regular maintenance and servicing of medical equipment.
Stereotaxis GenesisX cleared by EU
The EU clearance of Stereotaxis’ endovascular robotic system “GenesisX” marks a significant advancement in the rapidly growing field of robotic-assisted surgery, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board selects Better Meds electronic prescribing and medicines administration
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCU), the largest health board in Wales has partnered with ‘Better’ to deliver an electronic prescribing and medicines administration (ePMA) system to digitise the lifecycle of a prescription.
Ceremony marks start of building £15m Endoscopy Unit at the Cumberland Infirmary
A ceremony has taken place in Carlisle to celebrate the start of building of a £15m Endoscopy Unit on the grounds of the Cumberland Infirmary.
Grey is the new way with Sani-Cloth AF³
PDI International, a leading UK manufacturer of infection control solutions, has launched its latest alcohol-free cleaning and disinfection product, Sani-Clot AF³. This product will replace Sani-Cloth AF, featuring improvements to meet customer needs better.
Protection Civile and Raclac announce exclusive Partnership for Paris 2024 Games
La Fédération Nationale de Protection Civile (FNPC) and Raclac have announced a partnership that will see Raclac’s R.Advance gloves become the exclusive nitrile examination gloves used by Protection Civile volunteers during the Paris 2024 Games. The FNPC will maintain first aid stations in two-thirds of the Olympic and Paralympic venues.
Next generation in haemodynamic monitoring
Getinge has announced the launch of Pulsiocare, an advanced haemodynamic monitoring platform that recently received its CE certificate. The state-of-the-art device is based on the global MedTech company’s award-winning common user interface and offers a modern and intuitive-to-use platform for patient monitoring and haemodynamic assessment.
Enhancing sustainability in the NHS through asset tracking and maintenance
In the evolving landscape of healthcare, sustainability has become a critical focus. The National Health Service (NHS) faces the dual challenge of providing high-quality patient care while managing costs and environmental impact. One overlooked aspect of sustainability is the regular maintenance and servicing of medical equipment.
Surgical headlight offers optimal light intensity and colour rendering
The HEINE ML4 LED headlight is specially designed for surgeons who need a perfect view during long surgical operations.
‘Ultimate professional hygiene range’ launched by global specialist
An international hygiene and decontamination specialist has unveiled its ‘ultimate professional hygiene range’ - bringing more than 50 new products to the market across multiple sectors.
Medovate sign distributor agreement with Temena
Medovate, the Cambridge-based medical device development company, has concluded a distribution agreement with Germany-head quartered Temena providing the distribution rights for SAFIRA (SAFer Injection for Regional Anaesthesia) across Germany, France, Italy and Spain.
Whole blood critical care analyser
Stat Profile Prime Plus, from Nova Biomedical, is a comprehensive, whole blood critical care analyser that offers blood gases, electrolytes, metabolites, CO-Oximetry, and 34 calculated results, in a simple, compact device. Prime Plus combines maintenance-free, component cartridge technology for sensors and reagents, with patented non-lysing whole blood CO-Oximetry technology.
Cost-effective disposable EEG sensors for the NHS
Viamed, a dedicated manufacturer and distributor of medical devices to the NHS, has announced its new range of disposable, single-use EEG sensors - offering a cost-effective alternative, compatible with existing Bispectral Index (BIS) monitors.
PCR rapid test for Candida auris now available
Bosch Healthcare Solutions has developed a PCR test for detecting Candida auris (C. auris) on the Vivalytic platform.
AI track and trace system for sterile services
Envisage a future where the daily pressures of productivity, efficiency, and sustainability are significantly alleviated, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional outcomes...
Dynamic Operating Table Mattress System
The Dynamic Operating Table Mattress System is a unique technology developed to prevent the risk of pressure ulcers in patients undergoing lengthy surgical procedures, for those who are already vulnerable to the development of pressure ulcers, or for those who already have these wounds in existence prior to surgery.
Pennine celebrates Medilink Midlands Award
Pennine Healthcare, one of the UK’s leading, employee-owned medical device manufacturers, is proud to celebrate a win at the Medilinks Midlands Awards 2024.
Using VR to aid hand hygiene training
Healthcare professionals are looking for hand hygiene knowledge and training opportunities. Tork research found that about 80% of professionals have expressed a desire to improve their hand hygiene at work.
Improving hand washing with fluorescent disclosing soap
Each year, World Hand Hygiene Day brings into focus the need for training and education. Engaging the global workforce of 65 million health workers in training and education is critical to deliver improvement. So, why is sharing knowledge about hand hygiene still so important? The simple answer is that clean hands are safe hands.
Effective use of wet wipes to cleanse hands
Conti Hands and Face Wet Wipes provide quick and convenient cleansing when traditional hand washing is not available, for example, after using the toilet, before or after eating or when hands are visibly dirty.
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