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Following significant investment in delivering a medical device replacement programme, Hywel Dda University Health Board sought to identify and assess the benefits of implementing new and replacement medical devices.

Autism health passports are a tool for autistic people to record their communication and sensory needs, which are then passed on to their healthcare provider.

Ceryx Medical has integrated scientific advances on the link between electrical signalling in the heart - that governs the susceptibility to arrhythmia - and respiratory rhythm generation in the brainstem to develop a revolutionary medical device.

Mikoshi have developed a psychological intervention-based video game that incorporates acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) skills.

SenseIV is a multidisciplinary team developing wearable technology for healthcare to empower patients and staff in the use of peripheral intravenous therapy.

Hepatitis C is an infectious virus which particularly affects marginalised and vulnerable populations such as homeless people. It may have become more widespread during COVID-19. Untreated, hepatitis C can lead to cirrhosis, liver failure, and liver cancer. Testing and early intervention of this disease can help to reduce the occurrence within the population and reduce transmission.

Through a collaboration with Ventilo Medical, HTC, ASTUTE and WCPC, we explored innovative processes to design a ‘Trauma Tube’

Skin Solved (originally called Essential Skin and Body Butter) is a new company based in Neath Port Talbot in South Wales. The company manufactures a range of body butters and rubbing oils for cosmetic and potentially medicinal benefits.

Bionema is a leading biopesticide technology developer. They create chemical-free pest management solutions for the horticulture, forestry, and turf and landscape sectors. The company has over 30 years’ experience in the research, development, and commercialisation of biopesticides.

Homeglow Products and Delta Wellbeing worked with HTC to help test a low-cost heated seat cover that keep vulnerable older adults warm at the touch of a button.