Faster, fairer access to HealthTech under new national programme
People across England and Wales are set to receive faster, fairer access to innovative HealthTech under the new National HealthTech Access Programme (NHAP).
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NICE says paperclip-sized sensor could help thousands monitor heart condition from home
A wireless sensor the size of a paperclip could transform care for people living with chronic heart failure, enabling them to monitor their condition daily from home and catch warning signs before they become emergencies, NICE has said.
Simple home test prevents thousands of unnecessary bowel cancer referrals
A simple home test is sparing thousands of people from unnecessary hospital investigations for bowel cancer, while helping them get faster answers about whether they have the disease – with new data showing the impact of NICE's recommendation to use the test.
New hope for people with breathing condition, COPD, as NICE approves innovative treatment
Breakthrough therapy reduces flare-ups by almost a third and could ease pressure on NHS hospitals.
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NICE in 2025: Helping to get the best care to people fast
As Sam Roberts prepared to hand over the baton as chief executive, she reflected on her time at NICE and looked to the next chapter for the organisation. She also reflected on our 2025 highlights and achievements in delivering our transformation plan and our commitments in the 10 Year Plan.
10 Year Plan for the NHS
NICE is poised to deliver key commitments in the government’s 10 Year Plan for health and care. We’re delighted by the plan’s endorsement of our role in delivering faster, and fairer access to the best innovations. It will strengthen our position in the system, guided by our core purpose.
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NICE’s prioritisation process explained – what healthtech developers need to know
Understand why we're prioritising key topic areas for evaluation and what it means for innovators
5 tips to help get your healthtech product to market, fast
Our associate director of NICE Advice outlines his top tips for healthtech companies, helping them chart a clear path from innovation to NHS adoption.
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The asthma guideline – one year on
Reviewing 2025: Producing faster rigorous guidance to make an impact on patients' lives
