# WHO expands its medical-device prequalification programme

> WHO is expanding its medical-device prequalification programme to include contraceptives and innovative tuberculosis screening technologies.

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- Published: 2026-10-06T08:59:02+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-07T00:51:07+03:00
- Source review period: 2026-09-25
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WHO is expanding its medical-device prequalification programme to include contraceptives and innovative tuberculosis screening technologies.

The programme already covered in-vitro diagnostics and male circumcision devices. The new product groups are intended to widen access to quality-assured, life-saving health tools.

Products are assessed through an independent, standardized process against international quality, safety and performance standards. Those that qualify are listed for UN agencies, procurement organizations, donors and national authorities.

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| date | label | description | status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-25 | WHO expands its medical-device prequalification programme | WHO is expanding its medical-device prequalification programme to include contraceptives and innovative tuberculosis screening technologies. | occurred |

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## Sources

- [World Health Organization](<https://www.who.int/news/item/25-09-2026-who-announces-expansion-of-prequalification-programme-for-medical-devices>) (Source checked: 2026-10-06; Published: 2026-09-25)

## Correction history

- 2026-10-07T00:51:07+03:00: German and Portuguese editions and translations of the data and correction explanations have been added to this article.

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