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Healthcare professionals are being advised to review published safety information following a disruption affecting the availability of some point-of-care blood ketone testing strips, primarily affecting services in England.

IBMS President Dr Sarah Pitt explores the continuing threat of plague and the vital role of biomedical scientists in its diagnosis and management.

The IBMS welcomes wider access to screening, supported by the laboratory expertise that helps detect bowel cancer earlier.

For Black History Month 2026, Dr Boatemaa Ofori-Frimpong FIBMS, FHEA reflects on the role public engagement has played throughout her career, the importance of representation and why biomedical scientists should build stronger connections with the communities they serve.

The HCPC is among UK regulators developing shared principles for the professional use of AI, with responsibility, transparency and public trust at the centre.

Nine year old Freya took on the role of Junior Scientist for the day with the Haematology and Transfusion team

IBMS members are encouraged to revisit important national guidance on the laboratory handling of insulin and C-peptide results

The IBMS Learning Lab at the National Eisteddfod

Northern Ireland’s Department of Health has announced a new expert committee and changes to how significant HSC service proposals will be considered.

Scotland’s Programme for Government sets out major NHS reforms, with implications for diagnostic services, the biomedical science workforce and patient care.

The IBMS welcomes the rollout of HPV self-testing in England as an important step towards increasing participation in cervical screening and reducing inequalities in access.