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Diabetes cases double worldwide in the last thirty years

Global cases of diabetes have surged over the past three decades, now affecting over 800 million people worldwide, according to a landmark international study. Research published in The Lancet revealed that adult diabetes rates have risen significantly, doubling from approximately 7% in 1990 to around 14% in 2022. The steepest increases were observed in low- and middle-income nations. This study…
Ben Kemp
November 26, 2024
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Consultation on eradicating modern slavery from healthcare supply chains

  NHSE are working with DHSC to draft new modern slavery regulations, and NHS guidance. Draft documents have now been published for consultation. This public consultation is a chance for stakeholders to make their views known and help to shape the final regulations and guidance. DHSC and NHSE welcome the views and contribution from a wide range of stakeholders, including public…
Ben Kemp
November 26, 2024
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BIVDA member Digostics used as commissioning case study by HIN

Health Innovation Kent, Surrey, Sussex has published the Commissioner Guide to Health Equity to support health and social care commissioners in addressing health inequalities of access. The guide refers to BIVDA member Digostics as a case study in what should be considered by commissioners in their decision-making. Digostics' robust data agreements, the test's accessibility in a range of settings, and…
Ben Kemp
November 26, 2024
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BIVDA member Genedrive granted NIHR-OLS funding for real world evidence

NIHR and the Office for Life Sciences (OLS) have funded seven new research projects aimed at bringing new technologies into the NHS to benefit patients, which includes BIVDA member, Genedrive. The funding will enable the gathering of real world evidence for their products, which will help to accelerate adoption of these technologies. All of those selected have been recommended for early…
Ben Kemp
November 26, 2024
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Directive (EU) 2024/2853 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2024 on liability for defective products and repealing Council Directive 85/374/EEC (Text with EEA relevance)

Dear members, please see here the recast of the EU Liability for defective products directive – 2024/2853. Please note that IVDs are in scope as is software (except software which is provided free or open source, or provided outside of commercial activity). The directive applies from 9th Dec 2026. (Directive (EU) 2024/2853 of the European Parliament and of the Council…
Ben Kemp
November 26, 2024
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