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BIVDA-chaired Pathology Alliance Regulatory Webinar

On 23 April, BIVDA organised and hosted a pathology alliance regulatory webinar for members of the Pathology Alliance. The event was also supported by MHRA and ABHI. The 90-minute webinar was chaired by BIVDA’s Helen Dent. It was attended by over 200 laboratory and healthcare professionals seeking to understand the changes and challenges related to medical device and IVD regulations.…
Ben Kemp
May 1, 2024
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BIVDA host Spring Sustainability Seminar

We were delighted to welcome an amazing group of speakers to our Spring Sustainability Seminar. We heard from the Wales, Scotland and England Sustainability Leads about each of their sustainable targets, roadmaps and supplier requirements. It was interesting to hear how they align and compare in their approaches. Thank you to Alexandra Hammond, NHS England, Stevie McLaughlin, National Services Scotland…
Ben Kemp
May 1, 2024
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BIVDA EDI Summit 2024

On Tuesday 30 April 2024, BIVDA held our first EDI Summit. For any organisation, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity is key to legitimacy.  From attracting and retaining the best possible talent, to minimising risk and maximising performance, a companies EDI offer is a key part of who they are.  Our summit aimed to support members to be leaders in this area.…
Ben Kemp
May 1, 2024
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Media Monitoring: April 25 – May 1

Virtual wards: We are in danger of being eclipsed by our European neighbours Great progress has been made in extending virtual wards across the NHS in England. It is leading the way on virtual ward provision. However, there is a risk of being eclipsed by other European countries on the use of remote monitoring for wider health care. We can…
Ben Kemp
April 29, 2024
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Study highlights increased risk of second cancers among breast cancer survivors

Survivors of breast cancer are at significantly higher risk of developing second cancers, including endometrial and ovarian cancer for women and prostate cancer for men, according to new research studying data from almost 600,000 patients in England. For the first time, the research has shown that this risk is higher in people living in areas of greater socioeconomic deprivation. Breast…
Ben Kemp
April 29, 2024
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HDR UK and GA4GH form a strategic partnership to unite genomic and health data

Health Data Research UK (HDR UK), the UK's national institute for health data science, and the Global Alliance for Genomics and Health (GA4GH) have announced a strategic partnership to expand existing open standards work and collaborate in the wider health data space. Together, both organisations plan to learn from global partners and promote adoption of health data related standards around the…
Ben Kemp
April 29, 2024
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HealthTech Alliance Event in Parliament

Last week, Ben attended the annual HealthTech Alliance event in the House of Commons Pavilion, hosted by MP for Dewsbury, Mark Eastwood. Alongside Mr Eastwood, Dame Barbara Hakin, the former Deputy Chief Executive of NHS England, and NHS England's Chief Commercial Officer, Jacqui Rock, gave speeches. The event represented a wonderful opportunity for life sciences trade associations, NHS staff, academics…
Ben Kemp
April 29, 2024
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Government launches new free business management course for small businesses

The Government has launched the new Help to Grow: Management Essentials course, a short online course with practical tips and resources for small business leaders. Based on the 12-week Help to Grow: Management Course, Essentials is suited for leaders of newer or smaller SMEs, or those who are looking to explore the principles of business growth and management before taking…
Ben Kemp
April 29, 2024
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Procurement Act 2024: Update and Tools

Following the laying of secondary legislation last month, a ‘go-live’ date for the new regime of Monday 28 October 2024 has been established. To mark the beginning of the six month preparation period, the Government has launched the official e-learning product. This is a key learning product to support practitioners in implementing the new regime. The e-learning is aimed at…
Ben Kemp
April 29, 2024
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Innovate UK Smart grant for micro companies and SMEs

Innovate UK is investing up to £25 million in the best game-changing and world-leading ideas, designed for swift, successful commercialisation. The Innovate UK Smart grant has focused scope and eligibility criteria to support micro, small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and their partners in developing genuinely new innovations with significant potential for rapid economic return to the UK. The application process…
Ben Kemp
April 29, 2024
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