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Top 10 procedures patients are paying to have done privately revealed

​Data shared by the Private Healthcare Information Network (PHIN) shows a record number of Brits are paying for common procedures – with cataract surgery topping the list.

Birmingham Community NHS Foundation Trust enhances medical asset tracking

Idox has announced that Birmingham Community Healthcare Trust (BCHC) has selected its iAssets solution to track over 200 BodyGuard T lockboxes, used in community care within the Birmingham Area. This collaboration aims to improve the management and reduce the re-procurement of syringe pumps across BCHC services.​

Knowlex expands into healthcare technology with launch of new division

Knowlex, a leading organiser of CPD-accredited education conferences and webinars for the healthcare sector, is proud to announce the launch of a new technology-focused division. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s mission to advance knowledge and best practice across healthcare.

Newcastle Hospitals agrees new data partnerships to improve care and treatment

As one of the largest NHS organisations in the country, Newcastle Hospitals holds huge amounts of data on care, treatment, outcomes and services. This information is currently stored in different locations and on a range of software systems, making it difficult to collate, organise and use in the best possible way. To allow better use of this valuable resource, Newcastle Hospitals has agreed two new partnerships, which will provide access to the specialist skills and secure technology needed to improve the quality of the data, making it easier to use for research and development.

Immunotherapy treatment for hard-to-treat melanoma shows promise in clinical trial

Reducing the length of immunotherapy treatment for an advanced skin cancer did not significantly diminish disease control when compared to giving treatments over a longer period, according to breakthrough research led by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the Universities of Sheffield and Leeds. This was the finding from the UK DANTE phase III trial, presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting in Chicago.

Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards winners announced

The prestigious national Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards 2025 will celebrate the achievements of some of the most innovative life sciences organisations in the UK, at the iconic London Institute for Healthcare Engineering (LIHE) in London on Thursday 10th July, where eight companies will be presented with their awards by industry leaders.

NHS first in world to roll out ‘revolutionary’ blood test for cancer patients

Tens of thousands of patients with lung and breast cancer are to benefit from a “revolutionary” blood test on the NHS across England which can speed up access to targeted therapy.

People with COPD feel like 'second class citizens', finds new report

A report from King’s College London sets out the stark reality people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) face in securing diagnosis and accessing care.

RCN issues warning over government changes to apprenticeship funding

The government has announced plans to scrap funding for postgraduate apprenticeships, which will mean that many higher apprenticeships would have to be completely paid for by employers. The announcement has prompted criticism from the Royal College of Nursing (RCN).

Royal College of Physicians publishes practical guidance to help reverse the decline in vital clinical research

The RCP has launched a new ‘Making the case for clinical research’ resource kit to help doctors advocate for research time in their job plans and training programmes, and act against the sharp decline in clinical researchers in the NHS.

Research suggests autism may be linked to elevated risk of Parkinson’s disease

People with an autism diagnosis are at a higher risk of developing Parkinson’s disease early in life, a large-scale study from Karolinska Institutet published in JAMA Neurology reports. The researchers believe that the two conditions can share underlying biological mechanisms.

Target of delivering 50% increase in procedures ‘must be underpinned by NHS staff know-how’

Innovation driven by NHS staff must be key to unlocking Scottish Government aims of delivering a 50% increase in procedures such as vital hip and knee replacements, says health service partner, InnoScot Health.

New GMC guidance on handling of fitness to practise concerns

New guidance to provide greater clarity and consistency in the way the General Medical Council (GMC) handles fitness to practise concerns has been published.

EBME Expo 2025: where cutting-edge healthcare meets frontline innovation from Ukraine

The EBME Expo 2025, returns to the Coventry Building Society Arena on June 25–26, 2025. This year, the expo features a powerful new focus: the critical intersection of future-facing healthcare solutions and real-world battlefield medicine.

SpaMedica named in UK’s ‘Best Workplaces for Development 2025’

A range of people-first initiatives have helped SpaMedica - a leading provider of NHS ophthalmology services - to earn a coveted spot on the list of the UK's Best Workplaces for Development 2025.

Countdown to AfPP's robotic surgery symposium!

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.

Campaign to ‘re-invent’ key technology for NHS diagnostic imaging

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.

Flu vaccine prevented around 100,000 hospital admissions

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.

NHS initiative helps thousands more tackle their diabetes risk

​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.

Radiotherapy machines being rolled out across the UK

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.

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