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All the latest news from the AHSN NENC.

Jeffrey Carr Switches Production to Make Scrubs for the NHS

Curtain manufacturer Jeffrey Carr has switched production to make scrubs and gowns for the NHS during the coronavirus outbreak, working with Northumbria University and the Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The company collected 460 metres of specialist material last week…

Every Life Matters – Supporting the region’s mental health during COVID-19

The Academic Health Science Network for the North East and North Cumbria (AHSN NENC) is delighted to have supported the North East and North Cumbria Suicide Prevention Network on a region-wide wellbeing and mental health communications campaign. Over the last…

Health experts offer insight into the need for digital transformation in healthcare to the health tech minds of the future

The transformation of the health and social care system as a result of digital technology and disruptive innovation is helping to create a 21st century health service, according to leading experts speaking at a recent event. From AI to 3D…

AHSNs in the North of England are working together to support digital SMEs

The AHSN NENC, along with the three other Academic Health Science Networks in the North of England (Health Innovation Manchester, Innovation Agency North West Coast and Yorkshire & Humber) are working together to help digital SMEs increase the spread and…

COVID-19: Patient Assessment the role of physiology and oximetry

The assessment of patients who are unwell with COVID-19 or other causes presents a significant challenge for GPs and clinicians working in Primary Care. The Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) and the AHSN Network held a joint webinar looking…

Digital innovations tested to support vulnerable people during COVID-19 outbreak

New parents, unpaid carers, the homeless, young people and cancer patients could benefit from digital solutions as part of the TechForce19 challenge. People who may be particularly vulnerable or isolated during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, including new parents, the homeless, unpaid…

Jobs created as medical device manufacturer begins production of visors

A North East medical device manufacturer has recruited 10 new members staff as it steps up efforts to produce 100,000 face shields a week. Consett-based Surgical Dynamics has shifted its focus to meet increased demand for personal protective equipment (PPE)…

Coronavirus Mental Health Response Fund

The coronavirus pandemic means that more people, either with or without an existing mental health problem, are seeking support for their mental health. Measures to limit virus spread are impacting negatively on people’s mental health, particularly those who depend on…

Could your market ready innovation assist the NHS in the fight against COVID-19?

The Academic Health Science Network for the North East and North Cumbria (AHSN NENC) has been asked to support the regional NHS North East & Yorkshire Integrated Coordination Centre which feeds into the NHS National COVID-19 Incident Coordination Centre who…

New centre is key to addressing health and social inequalities

A visionary new centre is focused on addressing the health inequalities and medical needs of people in the North East and North Cumbria. Newcastle Health Innovation Partners (NHIP) has been made one of only eight Academic Health Science Centres in…

Deteriorating Patient: Assessment, Recognition and Management (Available Apr 6 – Aug 31 2020)

A deteriorating patient Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) was set up by Susan Maddex and Claire Nadaf of London South Bank University, funded by HEE some years ago and was running until relatively recently. Following Claire’s move to Bournemouth University,…

Testing platform supports target of 100,000 COVID-19 tests per day

A new platform has been set up to support the drive to achieve 100,000 coronavirus tests per day by the end of April – the platform can be accessed at https://testingmethods.crowdicity.com/ In addition to scaling up existing technologies and channels,…

New online video training for care home staff

Wessex AHSN and West of England AHSN have collaborated with West Hampshire CCG (RESTORE2) and Health Education England to produce a series of free videos and e-learning materials to support staff working in care homes to care for residents who…

CDRC supporting primary care for the COVID 19 response

The CDRC has developed a suite of free-to-use tools and digital resources to enable individuals and organisations to deliver gold-standard patient care efficiently.

PPE Challenge – Protect front line workers from COVID-19 and keep health services functioning

The Surgical MIC has just launched its PPE Challenge to protect front line workers from COVID-19 and keep health services functioning. Surgery and other interventional procedures generate aerosols that put health care workers at particular risk from COVID-19 infection. Viral…