MediWales
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…should stick to saag aloo. That’s what Glucose Republic’s platform will tell you.” We’re excited to see the development and launch of the revolutionary Glucose Republic app, especially as it’s based on a freemium model, with free basic functions and subscription for more advanced features. It could completely change the way we eat, drink and live our lives. Food for thought, indeed….
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…uld be backdated to April 2019 for existing bereaved beneficiaries and any new applications that are made before 31 March 2022. The payments, which are tax-free and increase annually in line with the cost of living, range from just over £14,000 to almost £34,000 annually, depending on their late spouse or partner’s diagnosis. Anyone bereaved as a result of infected blood who comes forward after the 1 April 2022 cut-off point will still be eligible…
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…ission of a highly infectious virus, and all these measures being in place combined with prioritised testing of healthcare workers, COVID-19 infections have been contracted in hospitals. They account for around 1% of all COVID-19 infections. Very sadly, in some cases, some people have come to harm or died after acquiring COVID-19 in hospitals. NHS Wales has been committed to investigating hospital-acquired COVID infections throughout the pandemic,…
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…o a participating community pharmacist rather than their GP for advice and free NHS treatment for a range of common ailments. The Minister for Health and Social Services, Eluned Morgan said: The pressures on the health and social care system remains extremely challenging. We all need to work together to support our health and social care services and help us to help you this winter. Simple things like visiting local pharmacies or minor injuries un…
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…and to showcase how UV-C disinfection technology is helping organisations like Techniquest keep spaces safe, we are hosting an event to introduce our full portfolio of robots to demonstrate how they can help keep spaces free from viruses, bacteria and disease causing pathogens. A drinks and nibbles reception will start at 5.30 at Techniquest followed by a a demonstration of Sol to see how it works in real time at 7pm. Register here….
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…bmit a solution to a set of challenges set out by the panel. Anybody is welcome to submit a solution to identify a team of collaborators, all we need you to do is submit a solution to one of the challenges via our online portal: sdi.click/tritech4 We will then contact successful applicants and you will present your solution/idea on day one, Tuesday 14th September. It is then up to you to find collaborators, assemble your team, and solve the challe…
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…sses together to pioneer research into cutting-edge technologies and drive commercial success with Swansea University. It is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund through the Welsh Government. AgorIP stepped in to negotiate a contract between Dr Stewart and her team and Cambridge University Press. Yvonne Jones, one of the Technology Transfer Managers who is assisting Talking Type 1, said: “It has been a pleasure to help Rose negoti…
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…an play in hospital infection prevention measures, with their potential to free up beds in NHS hospitals by lowering readmissions and length of stay.” The use of Plus Sutures compared to standard non-Plus Sutures, would conservatively result in estimated average cost savings of £13.62 per patient if adopted by the NHS, resulting from a reduction in SSIs and therefore a reduction in the healthcare related costs and resources associated with treatin…
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…air in Exercise Physiology and works closely with diabetes charities and research organisations. His studies have seen him carrying out research with elite athletes such as Team Novo Nordisk, the world’s only professional cycling team made up of riders with type 1 diabetes. The University is at the forefront investigation into diabetes and is also home of the renowned Diabetes Research Unit Cymru. Professor Bracken said: “This really is a uniq…
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…iring longer hospital stays. Early detection is crucial to prevent serious complications and improving the outcomes for patients with an AKI. Patients need to be quickly identified and assessed by a pharmacist, who will review their medications and reduce or stop any that can worsen the problem, such as nephrotoxic drugs which are harmful to the kidneys. However, as an extremely busy emergency department, which was suffering from winter pressures,…