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Novel blood tests could transform NHS dementia diagnosis in next 5 years

UK scientists are gearing up to lead clinical trials for blood tests that could transform dementia diagnosis within the NHS. Teams from University College London (UCL) and the University of Oxford aim to provide the necessary evidence for validating dementia blood tests for NHS utilisation within the next five years. The READ-OUT team, spearheaded by Dr. Vanessa Raymont and Dr.…
Ben Kemp
April 9, 2024
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BIVDA releases new three-year strategy, ‘Diagnostics for All’

The British In Vitro Diagnostics Association (BIVDA) have released our new three-year strategy, ‘Diagnostics for All’. Our ambition remains to represent the core interests of our members to shape a better healthcare system for patients: one which puts diagnostics at the heart of healthcare. We will work collaboratively, and with increased assertiveness, with our stakeholders to deliver fundamental change. Members…
Ben Kemp
April 9, 2024
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Eid Mubarak!

What is the festival of Eid al-Fitr and is it celebrated? The religious festival Eid al-Fitr, or the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” is one of two major holidays celebrated by Muslims around the world. There are two Eids celebrated each year in the Islamic calendar. First, Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan. This is celebrated…
Ben Kemp
April 9, 2024
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BIVDA Board Member Profile: Mark Jackman

We would like to introduce one of BIVDA's new board members, Mark Jackman, whose appointment to the Board was announced at last month's AGM. Hear about his experience and what he seeks to bring to BIVDA's Board: I’m Country Manager and Director for the UK, Ireland, and Nordics businesses for Diasorin, who are leaders in the lab diagnostics market, and…
Ben Kemp
April 9, 2024
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BIVDA’s Spring Sustainability Seminar, 23 April – book now!

If you haven’t already secured your place at the BIVDA Spring Sustainability Seminar, then here’s a look at what we have lined up so far. The speakers include, with more to be confirmed: Rob Shorten – Association for Laboratory Medicine – will be providing us with an overview of the environmental impact that diagnostic laboratories cause, including pre-analytical, analytical, and…
Ben Kemp
April 3, 2024
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MHRA MedTech Regulatory Reform Webinar recording

The MHRA have released the recording of the MedTech Regulatory Reform Webinar, which took place on 5 March 2024. The webinar covered the intentions regarding scope, classification of general medical devices and IVDs, essential requirements and information to be provided with medical devices. You can access it here or below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KjwOfdj14jo
Ben Kemp
April 2, 2024
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