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Swiss Blast US Import Tariffs As Medtechs Look For Dialog To Forestall Damage To Industry

Swiss medtech exporters seek urgent diplomatic action from the Swiss Federal Council in a bid to overturn the 2 April US decision to put tariffs on goods imports.

Regulatory Experts Alarmed By Credible April Fool’s About US Targeting EU Notified Bodies

A seemingly humorous social media post on April Fool’s Day struck a nerve with regulatory experts, reflecting real concerns about recent actions by the US Food and Drug Administration.

How Cutting Edge Technology Is Changing Risk Management In the EU

Cybersecurity, sustainability and regulatory intelligence all need factoring into risk management today as AI and data availability change the goalposts. Eight experts tell Medtech Insight how compliance efforts must adapt.

EU Commissioner: Medtech Regulations Assessment To Wrap Up by End 2025

Pediatric devices and IVDs are to be a priority. And the European Health Data Space regulation is seen as critical in supporting digital technologies and AI in transforming care.

Rapid Action Required For Medtech Compliance With EU Batteries Regulation

As deadlines approach, the regulatory landscape for medtech batteries is set to change, with an emphasis on sustainability and ethical practices.

Urgent Call for Leadership In EU Medtech To Steer Through Regulatory Challenges

EU medtech trade associations present detailed arguments for the European Commission’s 'targeted evaluation' of medtech regulations, highlighting the need for immediate course correction.

Supreme Court May Be Next After Federal Circuit Refuses To Rehear Teva Inhaler Patents Case

Teva was forced to delist its ProAir HFA inhaler patents from the FDA’s Orange Book by mid-March after the Federal Circuit denied its petition for en banc rehearing. Will the Supreme Court listen?

How The European Health Data Space Is Game-Changer For Digital Device Assessment

The EHDS’ pivotal role in generating real-world evidence and capturing patient-reported outcomes will be a bonus for health technology assessment, especially in digital health.

EU Pushes Faster Route For Innovative And Orphan Devices

Existing legislation already offers a route, albeit rarely used, for orphan and innovative devices to reach the market more quickly. It should be used more; manufacturers and notified bodies do not need to wait for official changes to the EU’s medtech regulations.

Altered EU-US Medtech Trade Dynamics Could Endanger Patient Health

If medtech becomes embroiled in the EU-US trade war, access to critical and innovative medical devices will be under threat.