RECENT NEWS

​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.

A Shropshire-based global leader in the manufacture of hygiene and decontamination products has made a top-level appointment aimed at maximising its international expansion potential.

Patients are set to benefit from an exciting digital transformation in Powys, as a significant step forward is taken towards safer and more efficient prescribing and medicines administration in hospitals.

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (RJAH) has rolled out a new electronic patient record (EPR) system, called Apollo, which was supplied by System C.

The World Health Organization (WHO) Results Report 2024, shows progress on global health goals, even in times of growing financial uncertainties.

The Department of Health and Social Care has announced that "tens of thousands more patients are getting crucial diagnostic scans within weeks", under the Government's Plan for Change.

The return of Scotland’s Health Research and Innovation Conference is set to mark ‘a pivotal moment in accelerating a new era of progressive thinking’ for the country’s ambitions.

Circle Health Group, the UK’s largest independent hospital operator, can today announce that it has acquired Fairfield Independent Hospital, in a deal that will add the 28 -bed facility to Circle’s existing portfolio of 52 Hospitals across the UK.

TORTUS, whose Ambient Voice Technology (AVT) was described as a "game changer" by Health Secretary Wes Streeting in a recent government announcement, has confirmed a strategic partnership with X-on Health, the largest primary care telephony provider in the UK, serving over 3,500 GP surgeries.

The Medilink North of England Healthcare Business Awards 2025 returned to Manchester to celebrate excellence and innovation in the healthcare sector.

An artificial intelligence system for potential skin cancer has been conditionally recommended for use in the NHS for the next three years while further evidence is collected.

The Government has pledged to deliver 29,000 extra bone scans through the roll out of new scanning technology, to help with earlier diagnosis of illnesses such as osteoporosis.

Expectant mothers will receive safer maternity care as a new NHS programme to help prevent brain injury during childbirth is rolled out across the country.