GP practices across England can now access new technology with the introduction of the first new core IT system for 25 years. As part of reforms to increase competition and innovation in the market, NHS England has approved the first of a new generation of electronic patient record systems for GPs –
Real-world study demonstrates next-gen EpiSwitch PSE blood test safely reduces unnecessary biopsies by up to 79% while accurately detecting prostate cancer. A real-world study published high-impact journal Cancers demonstrates the transformative potential of a next-generation prostate cancer blood t
Chris Whitehouse, a political consultant and expert on medical technology policy and regulation at Whitehouse Communications, an advisor to MedTech suppliers, chair of the Urology Trade Association, and governor of the Anscombe Bioethics Centre, reports on European Union plans to digitise access to
JEB Technologies and Medovate, two medical device development and commercialisation companies based in East Anglia, have signed a distribution agreement with Murray Medical Solutions Pty Ltd, granting rights to distribute CamPROBE (The Cambridge Prostate Biopsy Device) across Australia and New Zeala
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden and the University of Auckland in New Zealand have developed a groundbreaking bioelectric implant that restores movement in rats after injuries to the spinal cord. This breakthrough offers new hope for an effective treatment for humans suffe
Nikon Corporation (Nikon) has launched the VOXLS 20 C 225, the latest addition to its VOXLS X-ray CT product lineup. The company says the system is based on the proven principles of its VOXLS 30 and 40 Series systems while offering maximum capability in a space-efficient footprint, providing unparal
A ‘revolutionary’ 3D eye imaging system that’s set to transform eye care, telemedicine, and clinical workflows has been unveiled by Centre for Sight, one of the UK’s leading eye hospitals. IMVIS (Infinite Medical Ventures Imaging System) digitises the traditional slit lamp exam, a core part of eye e
The investment is set to leverage OutSee’s proprietary AI-based predictive genomics technology, Nomaly, to expand and progress in-house target development program. OutSee, a genomics and drug discovery company pioneering a unique AI-based predictive genomics approach to target discovery, has announc
Camgenium, a leading medical device software company, has announced that its software product, ‘Reassure Pregnancy’, can improve outcomes for pregnant women at risk of pre-eclampsia through at-home monitoring. The Reassure Pregnancy system allows women to proactively monitor their symptoms at home u
Mölnlycke Health Care, a global leader in MedTech, has announced its largest investment to date: a 115 million EUR (around $135.5m at time of writing) expansion of its wound care manufacturing capacity in Brunswick, Maine, USA. This move is a key part of Mölnlycke’s ongoing localisation strategy, a
Nearly 700 new features and enhancements to help support NHS productivity and efficiency goals. Altera Digital Health has announced the general availability of Sunrise 25.1, the latest release of its integrated EPR system. Designed in close collaboration with clients, Sunrise 25.1 introduces nearly
Chris Whitehouse, a political consultant and expert on medical technology policy and regulation at Whitehouse Communications, an advisor to MedTech suppliers, chair of the Urology Trade Association, and governor of the Anscombe Bioethics Centre, reports on the Government’s plans to abolish NHS Engla
