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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Shortage of Radioisotopes

26 November 2024 · Department of Health and Social Care

Proposed by Karin Smyth Lab Bristol South

NHS

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Department has addressed a temporary reduction in radioisotope production.
  • Normal supply of radioisotopes has been restored.
  • The Department will continue to monitor radioisotope supplies for stability.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the resolution of a temporary reduction in the production of radioisotopes and the return to normal supply.

Action requested

While no specific action is being proposed, the Department will continue to monitor supplies of the affected radioisotope to ensure continued stability and fairness for UK patients.

Key facts

  • The temporary reduction in radioisotope production has been resolved.
  • Collaboration between the Department of Health and Social Care, industry, NHS radiopharmacy community, and Devolved Governments managed the shortage.
  • Services are returning to normal with delayed scans being booked in while prioritising critical patients.
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