MidTECH is your West Midlands NHS Innovation Hub. We help the NHS protect and commercialise their ideas and IP, although we have many talents...ask us...
"If you do get the patent, come straight to me" - Peter Jones in last night's episode of @BBCDragonsDen
Once again, the mentions of intellectual property were abundant in the Den - and we captured them all in this weeks blog!
Read more [link]: dragonsden.blog.gov.uk/
ALT Dragons Steven Bartlett and Peter Jones in the Den.
Early Detection and Optimal Treatment Strategies for FH
11 March, 12:00-1.30pm
Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
This event with @ultragenyx is primarily targeted at @NHSBSol & @NHSinBlkCountry clinicians working in primary & secondary care involved in FH diagnosis & management.
We've seen a 165% surge in fraudulent trade mark invoices this year.
Here are our top tips to help you protect yourself:
✅ learn to spot real IPO communications
✅ check the official fees clearly listed on gov.uk
Learn more [link]: gov.uk/government/collection…
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NEW NHS IP GUIDELINES - DHSC is in the process of issuing new NHS Intellectual Property Guidelines.
WATCH THIS SPACE - MidTECH will work with NHS Trusts in the WM region to help implement the new guidelines and get everything in place.
#NHS#IPdigitalhealth.net/2025/11/go…
We're aware of a scam targeting customers attempting to pass themselves off as the IPO and asking for payment to complete the trade mark registration process.
Customers shouldn't pay and and should report them. You can read our full guidance here [link]: ow.ly/414e50VZVQe
The West Midlands, led by HIWM and supported by teams across our six ICS's, has taken a transformative approach to CVD prevention and management to shift the focus from treatment to prevention, one of the NHS's top priorities.
Read more in @BrJCardiol: bjcardio.co.uk/2025/11/trans…
Intellectual property doesn't have to be complicated.
Our IP Masterclass breaks down everything you need to know about trade marks, patents, designs and copyright in just two days.
Sign up now for our IPO Masterclass in London (10-11 September) [link]: gov.uk/government/publicatio…
AI has huge potential in healthcare, from predictive and preventative care to personalised and participatory approaches. But its impact depends on a whole-system approach that addresses real problems.
@UCLPartners explores these four key principles:
youtube.com/watch?v=tfVEsOz6…
Innovative thinking deserves protection!
Our free patent guidance helps you understand if your invention can be patented and walks you through the application process.
Learn more [link]: gov.uk/patent-your-invention#ProtectYourIdeas#PatentGuidance
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Image credit: [Rawpixel.com]/ Adobe Stock.
💡A goal of ours is to ensure that #NHS Trusts where #ideas are born continue to receive a share of the #profits once that #idea is #protected and #commercialised, in addition to the recognition and acknowledgement that they deserve👉: bit.ly/2q7wGeK
An allergy is where your body reacts to something that's normally harmless like pollen or dust. The symptoms can be mild, but for some people they can be very serious.
Read more about allergy causes, symptoms and when to call 999: nhs.uk/conditions/allergies/#AllergyAwarenessWeek
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Causes, symptoms and when to call 999.
Illustration of a woman sneezing into a tissue.
NHS logo is in the top right-hand corner.
#AppyEaster | This #Easter, use the NHS App to access your GP health record.
During your next visit to the GP surgery, ask at reception to find out more.
Just tap the app!
nhs.uk/nhs-app/
April is #AdenomyosisAwarenessMonth.
Adenomyosis is a condition where the lining of the womb (uterus) starts growing into the muscle in the wall of the womb.
For more information on the treatment options available, visit nhs.uk/conditions/adenomyosi…
ALT A blue NHS-branded graphic titled "Common signs and symptoms of adenomyosis." Below the text is a medical illustration of a uterus.
ALT A blue NHS-branded graphic with the heading "some symptoms affect your periods, such as:" followed by bullet points:
-Painful periods
-Heavy bleeding during your period
ALT A blue NHS-branded graphic that says, "Other symptoms can happen any time in your menstrual cycle, such as:" followed by a list:
Pelvic pain (pain in the lower part of your tummy) with an icon of a woman holding her abdomen
Bloating, heaviness or fullness in your tummy (abdomen) with an icon of a woman sitting and holding her stomach
Pain during sex with an icon showing male and female gender symbols overlapping
ALT A blue NHS-branded graphic with the heading "See a GP if:" followed by bullet points:
Your periods become more painful, heavier or irregular
You have pain during sex
Heavy periods are affecting your life or you’ve had them for some time
You’ve been feeling bloated for a while (around 3 weeks)
You bleed between periods or after sex
Are you asking yourself what is protected by #copyright? Well in relation to the #NHS this includes teaching materials, handouts, patient information leaflets, presentations, apps, computer systems, videos and more. Discover more: bit.ly/2F2XVNT#Innovation#Research
💡Does your innovative idea need #IP Protection? Then you’ve come to the right place! We will work with your #NHS Trust to obtain the most comprehensive kind possible. This may involve registering relevant #trademarks, #copyright or applying for #patents: bit.ly/2HsEGhS
Sometimes it’s the little things that help to make a big difference to your mental health.
Find simple and practical ways to ease anxiety, manage stress, lift your mood and sleep better.
➡️ nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/#StressAwarenessMonth
ALT Little things like a daily walk make a big difference to your mental health.
ALT Little things like a regular chat make a big difference to your mental health.
ALT Little things like breathing exercises make a big difference to your mental health.
Do you know how to protect your work? From securing branding with trade marks to patenting inventions, our Intellectual Property page can help. Learn about design protection & copyright at gov.uk/intellectual-property…