MedTech Commercial Strategy Supplier Survey – closes 6th March
NHSE, DHSC and NHS Supply Chain invite you to share your current MedTech procurement experiences and suggestions via their survey. Your response to the survey will directly inform the development of the strategy.

Webinar – RADIANT-CERSI: Orienting, Upskilling and Supporting SaMD/AIaMD Innovators in Their Regulatory Pathways
Taking place on Thursday 5th March between 4pm – 5pm, BIVDA will host a webinar with RADIANT-CERSI outlining their work and approaches to help innovators navigate regulatory requirements.

Multi-cancer blood test doesn’t meet key objective in NHS trial
While the study did not achieve its primary goal of significantly lowering the combined rate of these advanced cancers, the results were not without promise.

Health Minister Ashley Dalton resigns to focus on cancer treatment
The MP for West Lancashire was diagnosed for a second time with breast cancer prior to her appointment in February 2025. Sharon Hodgson MP has been named as Ms Dalton’s successor.

Launch of British Chambers of Commerce Trade Accelerator: Singapore Life Sciences – webinar and roundtable
Attend a webinar delivered by UK Trade Envoy George Freeman MP on Monday 9th March at 9am – 10:15am and/or attend a roundtable on Friday 17th March.

DBT: UK Pavilion at BIO International Convention 2026 – register now
The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is calling for expressions of interest from UK companies and organisations to exhibit with us on the UK pavilion at BIO International Convention in San Diego this June.

NICE releases guidance on rare diseases
This sets out clear expectations for improving the diagnosis, management and treatment of rare conditions across England and Wales.

Rapid diagnostic testing for bacterial infections to be rolled out in primary care in Wales
The 2 year pilot project will provide near-immediate test results without the need samples being sent to laboratories.

Consultation: Health Service Products (Provision and Disclosure of Information) Regulations 2018
This consultation seeks views on the proposals, particularly from stakeholders involved in the pharmaceutical supply chain.

For suppliers: NHS modern slavery regulations and guidance event, 10th March
This webinar will support suppliers to the public sector to familiarise themselves with upcoming requirements and understand what actions they can take to prepare.

Study: Antibiotic resistance threatens 30-year decline in deaths from lower respiratory infections
A new global analysis warns that antibiotic resistance is undermining decades of progress against lower respiratory infections (LRIs), including pneumonia and bronchiolitis.

Join the ARREST-AMR Veterinary Sector Focus Group — Help Shape the Future of AMR Diagnostics
As part of ARREST AMR’s efforts to identify diagnostic needs across all One Health sectors, your insights will guide the development of practical, impactful technologies that directly address real-world challenges.

Test can identify deadly complication of chronic kidney disease
Scientists from have discovered that the combination of two biomarkers can reliably identify sarcopenia, a serious condition of the muscle linked to higher mortality in chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).

University of Birmingham online course: Evaluating Medical Tests (EMT): How to assess whether a biomarker or diagnostic test is fit for purpose?
This 3-day online course in March is designed for researchers seeking to apply robust methods in diagnostic test evaluation.

Helping BIVDA members monitor air quality
TSI OmniTrak™ Solution is designed to give teams fast, practical insight into airborne conditions without the complexity or cost of traditional fixed monitoring systems.

Media Monitoring: 19th February – 4th March
A round-up of the week’s best diagnostics-related news.