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Media Monitoring: 6th – 12th November

Bristol trial for blood tests to diagnose dementia underway A groundbreaking trial to explore the potential of blood tests to diagnose dementia has begun at North Bristol NHS Trust, in collaboration with the University of Bristol. The research study marks a significant step toward improving the UK’s dementia diagnosis rate. This initiative, led by the READ-OUT (REAl World Dementia OUTcomes) research team at Dementias…
Ben Kemp
November 12, 2025
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Faecal Immunochemical Testing for Bowel Services meeting – Nottingham, 27 November 2025

Date and Time: 09:30 - 27/11/2025 to 16:00 - 27/11/2025 Address: Castle Meadows Campus, , University Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7 2TU, United Kingdom This event is a one-day meeting bringing together UK pioneers in bowel service improvement to share best practice, novel ideas and foster new collaborations. With a focus on practical and easy to implement innovations for improvement this conference…
Ben Kemp
November 12, 2025
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BIVDA Member Spotlight: NN Translations

This week, we are spotlighting BIVDA member NN Translations, who have recently joined BIVDA. Watch out for their exclusive webinar on translation services in December. Supporting BIVDA Members with MDR/IVDR-Compliant Life Science Solutions I’m Nataliya Nedkova, founder of NN Translations – a boutique translation company dedicated to supporting MedTech and life sciences organisations in managing complex multilingual regulatory requirements. Since…
Ben Kemp
November 11, 2025
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BIVDA attend parliamentary events and conferences for National Pathology Week

BIVDA were pleased to celebrate National Pathology Week by attending two parliamentary events and speaking at the 6th NHS Pathology Conference. The conference, which focused on improving NHS diagnostics, was held in Birmingham. BIVDA's President Angela Douglas and Director of Market Access and Operations Beth Loudon led a BIVDA panel and Q&A session. Their discussion focused on three critical themes: the…
Ben Kemp
November 11, 2025
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UK NEQAS for Microbiology Annual Scientific Meeting 2025 – London, 28 November

The UK NEQAS for Microbiology Annual Scientific Meeting 2025 is being held in London on the 28th November. The theme for the event is 'The Future is Here' and will feature sessions on molecular diagnostics and the role of AI in both microbiology and parasitology. Members can purchase tickets for £144 including VAT. You can find the agenda and registration…
Ben Kemp
November 11, 2025
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Dementia Innovation Programme Cohort 2 now open

The NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme is partnering with the Alzheimer’s Society to run cohort 2 of the Dementia Innovators Programme. The programme is for innovators working on new ideas in dementia care and offers access to the NHS CEP with additional support from the Alzheimer’s Society. The free programme aims to give individuals the skills and knowledge to develop their…
Ben Kemp
November 11, 2025
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BSI x LIHE: Empowering the Future of MedTech Innovation – London, 25 November 2025

BSI, a leading Notified Body, has partnered with LIHE to empower the next generation of MedTech innovators. Together, they aim to streamline regulatory processes and accelerate innovation to help bring life-changing medical technologies to patients. This collaboration connects startups, early adopters, and academia with BSI experts to explore key regulatory topics and gain practical insights into navigating MDR, IVDR, ISO…
Ben Kemp
November 11, 2025
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Health and Social Care Committee calls for drastic improvements in sexual health services

The Health and Social Care Committee has written to the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) with recommendations to strengthen England’s sexual and reproductive health services. Following an evidence session with experts in policy and frontline delivery, the Committee heard of fragmented services, limited resources, and widespread misinformation. Its main recommendation is for DHSC to develop a national strategy…
Ben Kemp
November 11, 2025
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UK National Screening Committee roundtable on new tech related to cervical screening tests

The UK National Screening Committee is hosting a roundtable information-sharing event on 29 January 2026 on new technologies relating to cervical screening tests. It is aimed at organisations that have developed, or are developing, new technologies relating to primary cervical screening tests and/or triage tests. Invitees will have individual 15-minute conversations (via Teams) with the UK NSC, to present and…
Ben Kemp
November 11, 2025
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MHRA appoints first ever Chief Medical and Scientific Officer

Professor Jacob George has been appointed as the first Chief Medical and Scientific Officer for the MHRA. This is a pivotal role that will drive scientific excellence and shape the future of regulation through the MHRA science strategy. Professor George is currently Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine and Therapeutics at the University of Dundee Medical School, and consultant physician and clinical…
Ben Kemp
November 11, 2025
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