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Supporting innovators to build the evidence women’s health needs

March 04, 2026

Health Innovation Oxford and Thames Valley recently supported the Accelerating FemTech: Evaluate programme, a 10-week Innovate UK Biomedical Catalyst Accelerator focused on women’s health innovation. 
We worked alongside ambitious innovators tackling long-standing gaps in women’s health. From menopause support to earlier detection of conditions that affect women differently, the cohort reflected both unmet need and growing momentum in this space. 

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COP30: Everything you need to know if you work in the health sector

December 02, 2025

Discover what COP30 means for the health sector and the NHS. Learn how climate action, resilience and net zero expectations will shape future care and innovation.

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Five tips for preparing your AI innovation for NHS adoption

August 28, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) has huge potential to improve healthcare. From earlier diagnosis to more personalised care, it’s already making a difference.  But it’s also under scrutiny. A recent study1 found gender bias in a social care tool used by many councils, raising questions about whether AI could widen health inequalities if not designed and tested […]

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Build a stronger case for your innovation with the NHS

July 30, 2025

Learn how to align your innovation with NHS net zero goals. Download our free guide for healthtech innovators selling into the NHS.

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What NHS ConfedExpo 2025 told us about the future of innovation in the NHS

June 19, 2025

What NHS ConfedExpo 2025 means for health innovators: key themes, adoption challenges, and system changes that could shape your route to working with the NHS.

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Breathing easier: How we’re supporting innovation in asthma care

May 06, 2025

For World Asthma Day, our respiratory team share insights on innovation, access to care, and what’s next for asthma treatment in the UK.

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Health economics for innovators: what you need to know before engaging a health economic partner

April 25, 2025

Health economics (HE) plays a critical role in securing funding, NHS adoption, and regulatory approvals. Without a well-structured HE strategy, companies risk delays, misaligned expectations, and wasted resources. This free guide gives you the key insights you need before engaging a health economics partner, so you can move forward with confidence.

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How to successfully bring digital therapeutics to the NHS

January 14, 2025

Discover what digital therapeutics are, the challenges innovators face, and actionable tips to secure adoption for your solution in the NHS. Learn how Health Innovation Oxford & Thames Valley can support your journey.

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