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Test can identify deadly complication of chronic kidney disease

Scientists from  The University of Manchester and Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust 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). The test, say the researchers, could identify individuals at risk of the condition which is typified by loss of muscle mass…
Ben Kemp
March 3, 2026
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Consultation: Health Service Products (Provision and Disclosure of Information) Regulations 2018

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) proposes to amend the Health Service Products (Provision and Disclosure of Information) Regulations 2018 (the information regulations). This consultation document seeks views on the proposals, particularly from stakeholders involved in the pharmaceutical supply chain. The information regulations require persons who manufacture, distribute or supply any UK health service products to record, keep and…
Ben Kemp
March 3, 2026
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NICE releases guidance on rare diseases

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published a quality standard on rare diseases, which sets out clear expectations for improving the diagnosis, management and treatment of rare conditions across England and Wales. The quality standard outlines eight priority areas for improvement, seen below: Referral for investigation and treatment Undiagnosed conditions Information provision Shared decision making Named healthcare…
Ben Kemp
March 3, 2026
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Rapid diagnostic testing for bacterial infections to be rolled out in primary care in Wales

Rapid testing for bacterial infections is being rolled out in community pharmacies and GP surgeries across Wales. The 2 year pilot project will provide near-immediate test results without the need samples being sent to laboratories. It is part of the Welsh Government’s ongoing aim to make sure more people can access healthcare closer to home, in local communities and will…
Ben Kemp
March 3, 2026
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Launch of British Chambers of Commerce Trade Accelerator: Singapore Life Sciences – webinar and roundtable

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has launched a Singapore Life Sciences Trade Accelerator, set to help up to 30 SMEs across the life sciences sector enter the South-East Asian market. Singapore has been selected for this pilot scheme as it comprises 40% of UK–Southeast Asia trade. The end-to-end delivery support offered by the Trade Accelerator will include: Targeted export bootcamps and investor-readiness…
Ben Kemp
March 3, 2026
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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. Using data from the Global Burden of Disease Study, researchers found that while overall LRI deaths fell from 4.3 million in 1990 to 3.5 million in 2021, drug-resistant infections now account for a growing share of fatalities. In…
Ben Kemp
March 2, 2026
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NICE’s standard cost-effectiveness threshold set to increase

NICE's standard cost-effectiveness threshold used in their technology appraisals (TAs) set to increase. DHSC has stated its intention to increase the threshold from £20,000 to £30,000, to £25,000 to £35,000, and is expected to be implemented from April 2026 (subject to parliamentary approval, DHSC processes and associated timelines). DHSC has indicated that the threshold used for highly specialised technologies will…
Ben Kemp
March 2, 2026
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DHSC release Value-Based Procurement Industry readiness survey

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has released its industry readiness survey for Value Based Procurement (VBP). The survey has been developed with input from industry, and the information collected will help DHSC assess organisational attitudes towards VBP and guide the Department’s plans for its implementation. Value Based Procurement is an innovative procurement approach that focuses on how…
Ben Kemp
March 2, 2026
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