National Polypharmacy Programme shortlisted for the 2026 HSJ Awards
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We are delighted to announce that the Preventing Problematic Polypharmacy programme, which we led on behalf of the national Health Innovation Network, has been shortlisted for Medicines, Pharmacy and Prescribing Initiative of the Year at the HSJ Awards. A record-breaking 1,300+ entries were received for this year’s Awards, with only 231 projects and individuals reaching…
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New evaluation explores impact of the Hegenberger Retractor in improving repairs for childbirth-related trauma
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In partnership with Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, we have published a new real-world evaluation examining the implementation of an innovative device designed to optimise the repair procedure for women and birthing people after childbirth. The evaluation focused on the Hegenberger Retractor, a unique, flexible tool designed to provide steady retraction and support…
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Health innovation in action
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Marking the publication of Health Innovation West of England’s new impact report for 2025-26, our Chair and Vice-Chancellor of the University of the West of England, Steve West, and our Chief Executive, Natasha Swinscoe, reflect on a year of transformative progress in embedding innovation into everyday care. Over the past year, Health Innovation West of…
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Healthcare innovators equipped with practical NHS insights at ‘Breaking into the NHS’ masterclass
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Healthcare innovators developing technologies to improve patient care and transform health services have gained practical knowledge, expert advice and valuable new connections after attending Health Innovation West of England’s inaugural Breaking into the NHS: A Masterclass for NHS Innovators. Held at the Engine Shed in Bristol on Thursday 9 July, the one-day event brought together…
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Applications now open for Primary Care Ready accelerator programme
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Healthcare innovators developing digital solutions for primary care are being invited to apply for Primary Care Ready – a new innovation accelerator from Health Innovation West of England and One Care that will help innovators prepare their products for adoption across the NHS. Health Innovation West of England and One Care, one of the largest GP federations in the UK, are working…
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Innovative app Pal supports families through serious illness
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When a loved one is diagnosed with a serious or life-limiting illness, families often find themselves becoming carers overnight. Juggling appointments, managing symptoms and coordinating support can be overwhelming, particularly with little guidance on where to turn. That’s the challenge Pal is tackling. Co-founded by CEO Nara Moripen following her own experience of caring for…
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Experts gather to launch new Treating Tobacco Dependency programme
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On Friday 12 June 2026, healthcare leaders and practitioners from across the country joined a webinar to mark the start of a Treating Tobacco Dependency programme, exploring how digital innovation and clinical leadership will be used to bridge the gap between hospital care and community-based support. The webinar featured a panel of experts who shared…
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Black Maternity Matters opens 2026 Anti‑Racist Leadership Development Programme
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Senior NHS and health and social care leaders across the West of England are invited to join a new cohort of the Black Maternity Matters (BMM) Anti‑Racist Leadership Development Programme, running from July to November 2026. This programme is part of Black Maternity Matters, a cross‑organisational anti‑racism collaborative launched in 2021 to address the racially…
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New partnership with Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust to fast-track proven healthcare innovation
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Health Innovation West of England has announced a strategic partnership with Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT), part of the BSW Hospitals Group, to launch the inaugural phase of the ADOPT (Accelerating Deployment of Proven Technologies) programme. This partnership will see Health Innovation West of England collaborating with the Trust’s clinical and operational teams to map…
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Celebrating six years of success: colleagues gather for PERIPrem anniversary
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On Thursday 7 May 2026, colleagues from across the South West region gathered at the Somerset Cricket Ground in Taunton to celebrate the six-year anniversary of the PERIPrem (Perinatal Excellence in Reducing Injury in Preterm birth) programme. The event was an opportunity to share best practices, learn from experts, and recognise the outstanding achievements of…
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