Future Healthcare returns to London in 2019
Future Healthcare is the UK’s only exhibition and conference showcasing healthcare products and services to a global audience. Taking place at Olympia London from 18-19 March 2019, Future Healthcare gathers more than 4,000 buyers from 65 countries for two days of education, networking and cross border purchasing. The event is organised in association with UKIHMA – a strategic partner of Healthcare UK, a UK government trade promotion organisation jointly funded by the Department for International Trade, the Department of Health and NHS England. Event Director, Dawn Barclay-Ross said: “Gathering thousands of buyers from around the world, Future Healthcare 2019 is a fantastic springboard for suppliers to find new business on the international stage.” Future Healthcare 2019 is a unique opportunity for healthcare products and service providers to showcase their solutions on a global scale. The 2018 event gathered senior buyers from the likes of Cleveland Clinic, Ministry of Health Oman, Moorfields Private Hospital, Horsens Hospital Denmark, Nelson Mandela Clinical Service for Africa, and NHS trusts from across the UK. Exhibition of 350 brands From healthcare providers and training establishments to equipment and product suppliers and technology experts, visitors can expect to see the very latest products and services from over 350 brands in the exhibition, including an extensive number of Country Pavilions. Also featuring; Thrive Wearables Zone – a showcase of the latest advancements in wearable technology and Health Tech Theatre, hosting a series of 10-minute presentations from pioneers of exciting innovations. Future Healthcare 2019’s recent Call for Innovations, provided an overwhelming number of applications for a limited number of companies to exhibit within the Innovation Pavilion and pitch to a line-up of VIP judges that drive innovation in the UK. From innovations looking at ways to solve big challenges in delivering care, to the elderly using robotics, to AI powered technology providing life-enhancing products and services. World-class conference Over 60 expert speakers will take to the stage over two days to address the central theme of ‘embracing innovation in healthcare delivery’. Sessions will address the impact of Brexit on the current healthcare landscape; helping SMEs access and work with the NHS; how to scale up innovation, and start to trade with overseas markets. Looking at the experiences of big spenders such as China and Japan, and tackle the global view of future healthcare delivery. The 2019 line up of speakers include: Matt Hancock, UK Health Secretary; Stephen Dorell, Chair of the NHS Federation; Simon Stevens, Chief Executive of NHS England; Sam Shah, Director for Digital Development, NHS England; Dr. Amanda Begley, National Director of NHS Innovation Accelerator; Dr David Parry, CEO, SEHTA and Professor Roland Schlesinger, Chief Medical Officer, Lancor Scientific. They will be discussing big issues such as: The Big Debate: a ‘re-imagined’ healthcare system. What does it look like? For further information on exhibiting, sponsoring or visiting Future Healthcare 2019, click here. The exhibition is free of charge for pre-registered visitors. Conference delegates get early bird rate if booked before November 30 2018.
Our Health Heroes Awards – 2019 nominations now open
Don’t miss your opportunity to nominate a Health Hero! Our Health Heroes, the national healthcare awards which celebrate individuals, teams and organisations within the healthcare and care and sectors, are returning for the fourth year and promise to be bigger and better than ever. Launched earlier this month at the annual UNISON Health Conference at Bournemouth International Centre, the Our Health Heroes awards will be delivered by Skills for Health and the National Skills Academy for Health with support from headline sponsor Health Education England. Nominations in eight categories, which recognise the contribution of healthcare workers from a range of facilities across the UK, including those working in the NHS, are being sought from healthcare professionals and members of the public via the dedicated Our Health Heroes webpage. During his presentation to UNISON members at the launch, Adam Causon, Executive Director of Skills for Health, said: “As patients, we remember the doctor who operated on us or the nurse who cared for us, but how many of us thank the healthcare assistants who were there to support us, the cleaner who kept the ward clean and safe, or the porter that kept our spirits up as they moved us round the hospital? “Many of you will know that, behind the scenes, there are thousands of people who work tirelessly to keep the system running smoothly, day after day. Without these people, the NHS couldn’t survive. These are the unsung heroes of the UK’s healthcare sector. “Our Health Heroes rewards those teams and individuals who go above and beyond their usual remit to deliver high-quality care to their patients and support to one another or their teams. If that sounds like someone you know, please make a nomination.” Since its creation in 2016, Our Health Heroes has recognised more than 90 regional and national winners from all four corners of the UK for their dedication to the care and well-being of patients, colleagues and other staff members. Thanks to the ongoing support of headline sponsor Health Education England and category sponsor UNISON, the awards have grown again for the fourth year and will now include the Outstanding Contribution Award and Learning and Development Project of the Year Award. The Apprentice; Workforce Planning Team; Integrated Team; and Clinical Support and Operational Services Support Workers of the Year categories will all return as usual. Healthcare staff from across the UK can be nominated by line managers and colleagues or members of the public via a simple form on the Skills for Health website. Entries will be shortlisted and regional winners and finalists will be chosen either by public vote or by an expert panel, before the winners are announced at the awards ceremony in November. Laura Roberts, Health Education England Director of Skills Development and Participation, said: “Apprentices together with all clinical and non-clinical support workers are a vital part of the healthcare workforce, which is why we are delighted to sponsor the Our Health Heroes again. “We are passionately committed to ensuring that we have a workforce which reflects the community it serves. “With a focus on diversity, inclusion and widening participation from disadvantaged or underrepresented groups, our Talent for Care framework supports employers with their workforce supply through programmes such as school’s engagement, volunteering, work experience, pre-employment activity, apprenticeships and access to higher education and registered professions. “Apprenticeships are a key priority for us and we continue to work with employers, government bodies and trade unions to continue the progression of this important agenda in the NHS.” The deadline for nominating someone for the awards is midnight on Saturday 29th June and the ceremony will take place on Wednesday 20th November 2019 at London’s Science Museum. To make a nomination visit www.skillsforhealth.org.uk/ohh
