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The MHRA has issued up to date warnings  around using thermal cameras and other such temperature screening devices in the use of Covid-19 screening. Don’t rely on temperature screening products for detection of coronavirus (COVID-19), says MHRA. There is little scientific evidence to support temperature screening as a reliable method for detection of COVID-19 or …

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NAMDET are pleased to offer opportunities to industry to share stories, research, new product development, product launches and articles of interest in the MDET journal. The media rate card offers a unique opportunity to reach out to over 1,100 members across the UK, Ireland , Europe (and USA) too. Download a copy of the media …

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NAMDET has put together a short survey & questionnaire to gauge the issues people may be having with failing 9 volt alkaline batteries used in T34 syringe drivers. Link to the survey. This ‘3 minute’ survey will help us gather information, gauge the situation and help feedback to the battery suppliers, MHRA, NHSI and help …

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Here’s a copy of the June 2020 NAMDET NEWS. From time to time we may need to update you on new issues, articles of interest and use a simple e-newsletter format to share. Please feel free to share this edition that includes an update on conference 2020, reports from regions, advance notification about the MDSO …

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NAMDET are pleased to announce that all back copies and the latest e-version of our Medical Device Education & Training journal (MDET) are now freely available for review and download via the NAMDET website. Follow the front screen button from the main webpage and see each volume and edition. If you have any stories to …

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NAMDET’s colleagues at NHS England and NHS Improvement Patient Safety Team have shared their latest Patient Safety Update for May 2020. This second Covid-19 Patient Safety Update has been sent from the National Director of Patient Safety, Aidan Fowler to Region Medical and Nurse Directors to circulate to providers and commissioners. These bulletins will be …

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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to strain healthcare systems worldwide, the increasing demand for remote training is evident. Laerdal are offering free access to remote training with their SimCapture platform, including two COVID-19 scenarios for at least 90 days. With SimCapture App you can train wherever and whenever it’s most convenient. This enables you to …

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Colleagues at Aquilant Services have shared training links, materials and videos to help those using line securement devices, carrying out dressing changes when using securacath devices.   General links HC21 SecurAcath website link SecurAcath YouTube Channel SecurAcath clinical papers and further reading   Literature SecurAcath PICC/Midline Brochure SecurAcath CICVC Brochure SecurAcath Drain Brochure SecurAcath Placement …

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A new online learning hub dedicated to supporting clinicians with vascular access skills and knowledge, has been launched by Vygon. Featuring the latest clinical studies, protocols and guidance as well as educational tools, it is designed for quick and easy access to a host of valuable clinical resources. There are sections devoted to COVID-19 as …

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ECRI (Emergency Care Research Institute) in the USA have a free ‘Covid-19’ resource centre that contains all sorts of e-learning, tutorials, and on line recorded webinars. These resources are free to anyone logging in. Access via this link The latest additions include webinars on infusion therapy and safety as well as using anaesthesia and ventilators. …

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