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Information about medical devices that the public can buy for personal use and how we make sure they are safe and effective.
Guidance for industry on flexible approaches to regulation we are taking during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Find out when it's possible to get zero-rated supplies on medical and research goods and services that have been funded by charities.
List of Field Safety Notices for 22-26 December 2025
Check the legal requirements you need to meet before you can place a medical device on the market and see how MHRA monitors compliance.
Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) guidance on using medical devices safely.
Guidance on decontamination and infection control, including surgical instruments, dental equipment, endoscopes and benchtop steam sterilizers.
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