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Patients more than twice likely to receive sore throat prescriptions in English pharmacies than in Wales

Patients with a sore throat are more than twice as likely to be given antibiotics by a pharmacist through England’s Pharmacy First Scheme compared with a similar scheme in Wales, according to an initial analysis published in the Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy. The study, led by researchers from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and Cardiff University, compared…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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BIVDA hold AGM in London

Last Wednesday, BIVDA welcomed members, stakeholders and partners to our 2025 AGM held at One Great George Street, Westminster. The event began with the annual report on BIVDA's progress from Chief Executive, Helen Dent, compared against BIVDA's three-year strategy unveiled the previous year. The meeting also marked Helen's first year in her role. Amongst the business of the day was…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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New BIVDA Chair appointed

We are delighted to announce that Richard Hames (Werfen UK) has been elected as the new Chair of BIVDA. Richard, a longstanding member of BIVDA’s board, brings extensive experience in the diagnostics industry. His leadership will be fundamental as we continue advocating for the sector at the highest levels and delivering on our strategic goals for members. Richard will serve…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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NIHR – i4i programme funding window opens on 9th April

The NIHR Invention for Innovation (i4i) programme invites applications to enhance timely access to care through the development, clinical validation and/or real-world evidence generation of transformative and disruptive technologies. This funding opportunity, therefore, supports the development of innovative health technologies aimed at reducing waiting times and waiting lists for individuals in need of care, in any setting. This is a one-stage,…
Ben Kemp
March 31, 2025
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Media Monitoring: 20 – 27 March

Tom Adeyoola selected as preferred candidate for Chair of Innovate UK Tech entrepreneur and Metail founder Tom Adeyoola selected as preferred head of Innovate UK as the government ramps up plans to drive growth. Backing businesses across the UK, Innovate UK invests in game-changing innovation, from advanced AI to zero-emission transport, fuelling our Plan for Change. Under Tom’s leadership, Innovate…
Ben Kemp
March 27, 2025
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Ex-NHSE boss Amanda Pritchard delivers verdict on body’s dissolution: ‘the time is right’

In her final pubic appearance as Chief Executive of NHS England, Amanda Pritchard stated that the 'time is right' to abolish the body. At a King's Fund event, she stated that it made sense for the Government to take more control over NHS operations given the seismic changes expected from the upcoming NHS 10-year plan. She expressed her concern about…
Ben Kemp
March 25, 2025
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Call for evidence: Financing and Scaling UK Science and Technology: Innovation, Investment, Industry

The House of Lords Science and Technology Committee has launched an inquiry into Financing and Scaling UK Science and Technology: Innovation, Investment, Industry. Submissions are welcome until 23:59, Friday, 9 May 2025. The Committee is keen to explore strategic questions around the UK’s science and technology priorities; and the role of public sector investment, private sector investment, and governmental policy…
Ben Kemp
March 25, 2025
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First Women in DiagnostiXX event held by BIVDA

Last week, we were delighted to host the inaugural Women in DiagnostiXX event at our London offices. Organised by Lucy Lehane of Lehane Consulting, the day featured talks and panel discussion on equality, empowerment and career development from influential women in the diagnostics sector. Women from various parts of the sector came together to explore key topics, such as inspiring young…
Ben Kemp
March 25, 2025
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