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StayConnected is GEDSA's global initiative to help reduce the risk of medical device tubing misconnections with the overall goal of improving patient safety.

05/01/2026

New and updated Spanish and Portuguese resources are now available, including transition checklists, FAQs, and more!

These resources are part of GEDSA’s ongoing commitment to improving patient safety and ensuring accessibility across languages and regions.

View in Spanish: https://ow.ly/fa5I50YRN45

View in Portuguese: https://ow.ly/7FVE50YRN49

04/29/2026

GEDSA’s Survey Results Series:

Did you know that 74% of feeding tube users report difficulty obtaining medicine bottle adaptors?

This insight is part of GEDSA’s Enteral Medication Administration Consumer Survey Series, developed in collaboration with The Oley Foundation. Each week, we’re sharing real-world perspectives from patients and caregivers to help inform education, improve safety, and support better access to ENFit® medication administration items.

Stay tuned every Wednesday as we highlight more key survey findings.

04/28/2026

GEDSA’s April Newsletter is out!

Catch up on welcoming our newest members, a new ISMP article you won’t want to miss, upcoming conferences, and newly translated GEDSA resources now available in Spanish and Portuguese 🌍

Stay informed and connected with the latest updates in patient safety. Check it out now!

View Here:
https://ow.ly/iN0E50YNIFV

04/24/2026

Join the home nutrition support community this summer ☀️

The Oley Foundation Annual Conference is happening July 10–13, 2026, in Madison, WI📍

Come connect with patients, caregivers, clinicians, and industry folks—learn something new, share experiences, and be part of a really supportive community 💬

Learn more: https://oley2026.vfairs.com/

04/22/2026

GEDSA’s Survey Results Series:

Did you know that 55% of feeding tube users report difficulty obtaining medication syringes?

This insight is part of GEDSA’s Enteral Medication Administration Consumer Survey Series, developed in collaboration with The Oley Foundation. Each week, we’re sharing real-world perspectives from patients and caregivers to help inform education, improve safety, and support better access to ENFit® medication administration items.

Stay tuned every Wednesday as we highlight more key survey findings.

04/17/2026

GEDSA is pleased to share educational resources from the Star Center Foundation focused on feeding, swallowing, and voicing.

These resources provide valuable education for clinicians, patients, and caregivers, supporting safe practices and improved outcomes across a variety of care settings. Access to clear, practical guidance can help strengthen confidence and promote safer care for individuals with feeding and swallowing needs.

Explore their educational materials to learn more and share with your teams and patients.

View Here: https://ow.ly/EPCb50YIUyt

04/15/2026

GEDSA’s Survey Results Series:

Did you know that 10–12 mL syringes are the most difficult size for feeding tube users to obtain (n=336, select all answers that apply)?

This insight is part of GEDSA’s Enteral Medication Administration Consumer Survey Series, developed in collaboration with The Oley Foundation. Each week, we’re sharing real-world perspectives from patients and caregivers to help inform education, improve safety, and support better access to ENFit® medication administration items.

Stay tuned every Wednesday as we highlight more key survey findings.

04/14/2026

A new article from ISMP highlights the importance of patient access to appropriately sized oral/enteral medication syringes and the risks associated with using incorrect syringe sizes—particularly for patients administering medications through feeding tubes.

The article shares findings from a 2025 survey conducted by the Global Engineered Device Supplier Association (GEDSA), in partnership with The Oley Foundation, which explored feeding tube users’ experiences with medication administration and product accessibility in the home setting. Results showed that more than half of feeding tube users reported difficulty obtaining medication syringes, and nearly three-quarters reported difficulty obtaining bottle adapters. Many respondents also reported using syringe sizes that did not match their prescribed medication volumes, increasing the risk of dosing confusion and potential medication errors.

These findings reinforce the importance of improving access to appropriately sized oral/enteral medication syringes, ensuring availability across care settings, and providing education to support safe medication administration at home.

Read the full article here:
https://ow.ly/E7GZ50YIZ9W

04/10/2026

🎉 Welcome McArthur Medical Sales Inc. – GEDSA’s Newest ENFit Member! 🎉

We’re excited to welcome McArthur Medical Sales Inc. to the Global Engineered Device Supplier Association (GEDSA) as our newest ENFit member.

McArthur Medical Sales Inc. is a proudly Canadian, family-owned and operated company founded in 1984 and based in Rockton, Ontario. With decades of experience in the healthcare industry, they are committed to providing trusted expertise, high-quality products, and dependable support to healthcare professionals across the country.

Guided by a strong focus on improving patient outcomes and supporting clinicians in their daily practice, McArthur Medical continues to evolve to meet the needs of modern healthcare. This commitment led to the development of NUBRE™, their enteral feeding solution designed to help clinicians meet patients’ nutritional requirements with accuracy, efficiency, and confidence.

McArthur Medical’s dedication to building long-standing partnerships and delivering meaningful solutions aligns closely with GEDSA’s mission to advance patient safety through engineered device design.

Learn more about McArthur Medical: https://mcarthurmedical.com/

Learn more about NUBRE™: https://nubre.ca/

Please join us in welcoming McArthur Medical Sales Inc. to the GEDSA community!

04/08/2026

GEDSA’s Survey Results Series:

Did you know that even though 50% of respondents use 60mL syringes for medication administration, only 11% of doses exceed 20mL when asked about their typical liquid medication volumes?

This insight is part of GEDSA’s Enteral Medication Administration Consumer Survey Series, developed in collaboration with The Oley Foundation. Each week, we’re sharing real-world perspectives from patients and caregivers to help inform education, improve safety, and support better access to ENFit® medication administration items.

Stay tuned every Wednesday as we highlight more key survey findings.

04/06/2026

🎉 Welcome Polymed – GEDSA’s Newest ENFit Member! 🎉

We’re excited to welcome Polymed to the Global Engineered Device Supplier Association (GEDSA) as our newest ENFit member.

Polymed is a global medical device manufacturer dedicated to advancing patient outcomes through innovation, quality, and compassion. With a portfolio of 200+ medical devices across 13 specialties, Polymed supports healthcare providers in over 125 countries worldwide.

Backed by a robust manufacturing ecosystem, Polymed produces over 1.8 billion devices annually across 14 state-of-the-art facilities in 5 countries, supported by more than 375 patents. Their commitment to delivering high-quality, accessible healthcare solutions aligns closely with GEDSA’s mission to improve patient safety through engineered device design.

Learn more about Polymed: http://polymedicure.com/

Please join us in welcoming Polymed to the GEDSA community!

04/03/2026

The transition to NRFit® continues to gain momentum globally.

According to recent updates from the HSE, the transition to NRFit® (ISO 80369-6) devices across Ireland’s health service is progressing well, with completion expected before the end of 2027 and no reported supply issues to date. Several hospitals had already begun converting prior to the National Patient Safety Alert issued in November 2025, with many more actively moving forward.

View the article here: https://ow.ly/gmYU50YynCo

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