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Secretary of State warns the Government will 'contain NHS agency spend'
The Government and NHS England have outlined plans to reduce the NHS’s reliance on agency staff. They claim that the cost to the health service of hiring temporary workers sits at a £3 billion a year.
AI tackles huge problem of antimicrobial resistance in intensive care
Artificial intelligence (AI) can provide same-day assessments of antimicrobial resistance for patients in intensive care – critical to preventing life-threatening sepsis.
Professor Sir Terence Stephenson is next chair of NHS Providers
NHS Providers, the membership body representing every NHS hospital, mental health, community and ambulance service in England has appointed Professor Sir Terence Stephenson as its next chair.
Warwick SASCo to exhibit at MEDICA 2024 with Medilink UK
Warwick SASCo, a leader in reusable and single use medical plastics manufactured in the UK, has announced they will be hosted by Medilink UK at MEDICA 2024, at the UK Pavilion in Hall 15.
New iPhone device to help rule out throat cancer
Thousands of patients could receive the all-clear for suspected throat cancer faster, thanks to a new iPhone device and app being piloted by the NHS.
Heart attacks could be ruled out early with new test
As many as 60% of people presenting to emergency departments around the world with heart attack symptoms could be safely sent home, many at earlier stages, with the support of a new high-sensitivity cardiac troponin test, researchers in the US have found.
Private healthcare providers set out vision for the 'future of healthcare'
Private healthcare providers are launching their vision for the future of healthcare and what it will mean for providers working in the sector.
MEDICA and COMPAMED 2024: shining a light on healthcare trends
From 11 to 14 November, 5,800 exhibitors from 72 countries will come together at MEDICA and COMPAMED 2024, held in Germany, showcasing the latest innovations and trends in healthcare, aimed at optimising outcomes and improving efficiency.
Surgical Holdings Attends MEDICA 2024 to strengthen European partnerships
Surgical Holdings, a British manufacturer and repairer of medical devices, will return to MEDICA 2024 for the third consecutive year, focused on strengthening its partnerships across Europe and expanding its reach in key markets.
Almost one in ten children obese in first year of school
Obesity levels among children starting their first year of school have increased to almost one in ten, according to new NHS figures. The National Child Measurement Programme, which measures the height and weight of school children in England each year, found that the proportion of four and five-year-olds who are obese rose to 9.6% in 2023/24.
UK to create world-first 'early warning system' for pandemics
The UK will create the world’s first real-time surveillance system to monitor the threat of future pandemics, prevent disease and protect the public.
New research could lead to genetically tailored diets to treat patients with IBS
An international study has found that genetic variations in human carbohydrate-active enzymes may affect how people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) respond to a carbohydrate-reduced diet.
A budget to ‘stabilise the NHS', but does it go far enough?
Healthcare leaders have now responded to the Government’s Autumn Budget 2024 and while many have welcomed the additional investment promised for the NHS, others have argued that the level of investment doesn’t go far enough.
Idox and Blyott partnership tackles urgent asset tracking challenges
Idox, a leading provider of specialist software, is now working with Blyott, a pioneer in asset tracking technologies, to simplify and streamline asset tracking within a changing healthcare environment.
New precision medicine approach helps detect people at high risk of diabetes and heart disease
Doctors face a major challenge when determining who with obesity is most likely to develop obesity complications and who to prioritise for treatment. Precision medicine could help address these challenges, according to researchers.
Reinsberg Group acquires majority stake in Brandon Medical
Reinsberg Group, the MedTech holding of BHM Group, has acquired the majority stake in Brandon Medical, a leading UK-based company specialising in the development and manufacturing of medical equipment.
FREE webinar: Best Practices in Healthcare: Use of Examination Gloves and Sustainability
A free educational webinar is being hosted by CSJ and Arka on Thursday 21st November at 15:00 GMT, on the 'Consensus Guidelines for Best Practices in the Selection and Use of Examination Gloves in Healthcare Settings'. The guidelines have been developed by leading IPC associations in Portugal.
Tiny medicine combats infections and drug resistance
Researchers from the University of Waterloo have developed a new technology that can hold an entire course of antibiotics in one tiny dose and deliver on demand just the right amount of medication that a particular patient needs to fight an infection.
Stroke patients could benefit from earlier blood thinning treatment
People with atrial fibrillation (AF) who have a stroke could benefit from blood thinning treatments, known as anticoagulants, at an earlier stage than is currently recommended, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.
Online launch of Centre of Reference Partnership with St James’s Hospital
BioMérieux is extending an invitation to readers of CSJ to attend the online launch of its world-first Centre of Reference Partnership with St James’s Hospital, Dublin.
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