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WHO publishes first interim list of regulatory authorities for medical devicesTop
Policy & Regulation2026-07-23

WHO publishes first interim list of regulatory authorities for medical devices

WHO published its first transitional WHO Listed Authorities for medical devices to strengthen regulatory cooperation, reliance and timely access.

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MHRA invites views on proposed changes to medical device regulation
Policy & Regulation

MHRA invites views on proposed changes to medical device regulation

The UK MHRA published proposed pre-market reforms covering international recognition, unique device identifiers, implant cards and IVD classification.

2026-05-11Official external source
World Hand Hygiene Day 2026: Action saves lives
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World Hand Hygiene Day 2026: Action saves lives

WHO highlights that health care-associated infections still threaten patients and health workers, while timely hand hygiene and IPC action can substantially improve safety.

2026-05-05Official external source
Countries making unprecedented efforts, but billions still lack basic services in health care facilities
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Countries making unprecedented efforts, but billions still lack basic services in health care facilities

A WHO and UNICEF global report reviews water, sanitation, hygiene, health-care waste and electricity services in health facilities and calls for faster investment.

2025-09-24Official external source
FDA approves self- or caregiver-administered nasal spray flu vaccine
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FDA approves self- or caregiver-administered nasal spray flu vaccine

The FDA approved FluMist for self- or caregiver-administration, adding a seasonal flu vaccination option for people ages 2 through 49.

2024-09-20Official external source
WHO prequalifies first hepatitis C self-test
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WHO prequalifies first hepatitis C self-test

WHO prequalified the OraQuick HCV self-test, highlighting its role in expanding access to hepatitis C testing and diagnosis.

2024-07-10Official external source
FDA permits first point-of-care hepatitis C RNA test
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FDA permits first point-of-care hepatitis C RNA test

The FDA authorized Cepheid's Xpert HCV test and GeneXpert Xpress System for certified point-of-care settings, enabling results in about one hour.

2024-06-27Official external source