DHSC launches call for evidence on inequalities in medical devices and technologies
An independent review by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has launched a…
Almost 40,000 people wait for care and support as care providers cannot sustain services
A new survey has found that waiting lists for care and support assessments in England…
Heriot-Watt University and InnoScot Health pool expertise to accelerate medtech innovation
Professor Marc Desmulliez, manager of the MDMC and Heriot-Watt University (left) and Graham Watson, Executive…
Disability charity warns of social care providers’ struggles ahead if funding gap is not plugged
Learning disability charity Hft says that the UK Government must plug the long-term funding gap…
‘Granny annexe’ developer iHus finds that older Brits are challenging traditional perceptions
Research conducted by 'granny annexe' developer iHus has revealed the new hobbies and habits of…
New university project aims to find solutions for healthy ageing amidst extreme weather
After the country baked in record-breaking heat last week, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is…
Accessibility of adult social care set to worsen as elderly population grows in county areas
New analysis carried out by the County Councils Network (CCN) shows that the quality and…
NHS Digital trials explore how wireless technologies support better health and care
NHS Digital is running a series of trials to explore how cutting-edge wireless technologies can…
Business Disability Forum finds that disabled consumers experience limited choice and accessibility
Disabled consumers face many barriers when shopping, according to research by the Business Disability Forum.…
Industry reacts to MHRA reports outlining the future regulation of medical devices in the UK
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has published its response to its consultation…