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WHEELCHAIR ASSESSMENT & SUPPLY IN
CARDIFF, SWANSEA, WALES & IN THE UK
A team of highly trained Occupational Therapists and Rehabilitation Engineers based
in South Wales with over 35 years’ experience of providing wheelchairs and seating
in NHS, Private and Charitable sectors
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EDITOR’S NOTES
This month, we spotlight Alpha Laboratories Ltd. our Diagnostics
and Laboratory Solutions Company of the Month. The familyowned
company is renowned for pioneering lab solutions with a
firm focus on developing precise diagnostic tools for earlier, more
accurate disease detection for conditions like bowel cancer and
IBD. Their innovations, such as the Alpha Portal for streamlined
kit logistics and at-home diagnostic kits, exemplify their
commitment to patient-centred science. See page 5.
The Alzheimer’s Dementia & Care Show is always a fantastic event and the 2024 show
did not disappoint! Celebrating its 11th year, the show covered topics including research
advancements, communication strategies, nutrition, post-diagnostic support, and the role
of AI in dementia care. On page 4, you can read our full show review as well as a spotlight
piece on Timeless Presents – our chosen top exhibitor.
The Electronic and Biomedical Equipment Conference and Exhibition 2024 (EBME) was
back at the Coventry Building Society Arena from the 26th-27th June. On page 13, we have
a full review of the show that welcomed over 1,700 visitors from backgrounds such as:
clinical/biomedical engineering, management and maintenance, theatre and NHS supply
chain staff. Our chosen best exhibitors from the show include Anetic Aid, Fresenius Kabi,
Intersurgical, and Lyngsoe Systems.
Other show reviews included: Posture and Mobility Group (PMG2024), Medical Technology
UK 2024.
Other topics covered: Training & Development, Food Safety, Disability & Mobility, Mental
Health, Occupational Therapy.
COVER STORY
WHEELCHAIR ASSESSMENT &
SUPPLY IN CARDIFF, SWANSEA,
WALES & IN THE UK
Gina Burton
Editor
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HEALTHCARE
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Review - Top Exhibitors
Unlocking the future of dementia
he 2024 edition of The Alzheimer’s Dementia
T& Care Show took place on 14th-15th June at
ExCeL London.
Celebrating its 11th year, the Show once again
brought together leading voices from across
organisations, businesses, and individuals
personally connected to dementia. Over two
insightful days, attendees had the opportunity to
learn from top professionals on a broad spectrum
of topics, including research advancements,
communication strategies, nutrition, post-diagnostic
support, and the role of AI in dementia care. Daily
Question Time panels also provided a dynamic
platform for discussion and engagement.
The Summit Theatre on Saturday, June 15th, was
a standout feature, with sessions focused on
“New Horizons for Alzheimer’s Treatments.” Family
carers, members of the public, and professionals
were welcomed to both morning and afternoon
sessions. The morning included talks on the latest
research, clinical trials, emerging medications, and
diagnostic technologies, featuring notable speakers
like Dr. Emer MacSweeney, CEO & Consultant
Neuroradiologist,
and Dr. Sonya
Miller, Head of
Medical Affairs at
TauRx, whereas the
afternoon sessions
highlighted subjects
such as the link
between hearing loss
and dementia.
Visitors had the valuable opportunity to receive
complimentary 25-minute one-on-one consultations
with an Admiral Nurse at the Admiral Nurses 1-2-1
Clinics, in partnership with Dementia UK. These
specialised dementia care nurses provided a
welcoming and confidential setting where attendees
could freely discuss their questions and concerns,
ensuring a comfortable and supportive experience.
Visitors also had the option to attend one-on-one
consultations with an Alzheimer’s Society Dementia
Advisor. These free, 20-minute confidential sessions
provided a supportive space for individuals affected
by dementia to receive personalised advice and
guidance from a specialist, helping to address their
unique questions and concerns.
A CQC (Care Quality Commission) inspector plays
a vital role in the care industry by ensuring that
health and social
care services in
the UK meet high
standards of safety,
effectiveness,
compassion,
and quality. The
Care Quality
Commission ran a
CQC Inspector HUB on Stand C26, so throughout
the Show, attendees could come and speak with a
CQC inspector or registration manager to discuss
any queries they might have. Local inspectors were
also able to answer any questions as well as deal
with registration advice.
The Talks & Activities Hub was a central highlight
of the show, offering hands-on activities and
a welcoming space for carers to share their
experiences. Experts covered a diverse range
of essential topics, from Young Onset Dementia
to legal issues and end-of-life care, providing a
valuable forum for individuals, professionals,
and organisations to learn, connect, and engage
in meaningful discussions.
The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Show 2025 will take
place on 19th-20th March at the NEC Birmingham.
This is our pick of the best exhibitors from this
year’s event, listed here in alphabetical order:
Timeless Presents. Further details can be
found below.
Contact
https://alzheimersshow.co.uk
Timeless Presents: Designed with connection in mind
Timeless Presents is dedicated
to enhancing the quality of life
for individuals living with late-stage
dementia. Focused on creating
engagement, Timeless Presents offers
thoughtfully designed products that
provide familiarity, stimulation, and a
sense of connection for people with
advanced cognitive impairment. Their
products are versatile and designed
to be accessible to all individuals
in late-stage dementia,
meeting the unique needs
of those with severe
memory loss and
diminished motor skills.
The primary audience
for Timeless Presents
includes caregivers,
families, and dementia care
organisations seeking effective
and dignified ways to engage with
individuals in late-stage dementia. The
activities can help foster moments of
joy, reduce anxiety, and support sensory
and cognitive stimulation, all of which
can help manage behaviours related to
unmet needs associated with dementia.
Each product comes with hints and tips
for use, ensuring ease of adoption
without the need for special training.
Committed to making a positive
impact, Timeless Presents works
with experts in dementia care
to ensure their products are
both practical and effective.
Even in the later stages of life,
where creating meaningful connections
can be more difficult, these products
enable caregivers to foster moments
of joy, emotional comfort, and deeper
connections with their loved ones.
Contact
https://www.timelesspresents.com/about
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DIAGNOSTICS & LABORATORY SOLUTIONS Company of the Month
Pioneering Precision Diagnostics and Laboratory
Solutions for a healthier future
In this issue of Healthcare Matters, we are pleased to feature Alpha Laboratories Ltd.
as our Diagnostics and Laboratory Solutions Company of the Month
ounded in 1975, Alpha Laboratories has been
a trusted partner for UK scientists, offering
Fhigh-quality diagnostics and lab solutions with
a personal touch. Still family-owned and guided
by a mission to improve lives through science,
the company provides a wide range of diagnostic
assays, reagents, and equipment across blood
grouping, clinical chemistry, haematology,
haemostasis, immunology, and microbiology,
from its base in Eastleigh, Hampshire.
A leader in advanced Faecal Immunochemical
Testing (FIT) and calprotectin assays, Alpha
Laboratories supports National Bowel Screening
Programs and offers precise, non-invasive IBD
diagnosis and monitoring, reducing the need for
endoscopies. With a full selection of lab products –
from pipettes to PCR consumables – and dedicated
technical support, Alpha Laboratories remains the
trusted choice for clinical labs.
“We are firmly focussed on developing precise
diagnostic tools for earlier, more accurate
disease detection. In digestive health, we have
helped introduce the use of advanced Faecal
Immunochemical Testing (FIT) for bowel cancer
detection, offering a more sensitive, accessible,
and less invasive screening. Additionally, Alpha
Labs introduced calprotectin testing in the UK for
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), allowing reliable,
non-invasive monitoring that reduces unnecessary
endoscopies. The IBDoc ® home test enables
patients to use a smartphone app to share results
with their clinicians, streamlining remote disease
management and minimising clinic visits,” said
Carole Staniford, Marketing Director.
Bowel cancer is among the most common cancers in
the UK, and National Bowel Screening Programmes
play a critical role in early detection. Alpha Labs has
been a longstanding partner of these programmes,
contributing to the gradual decline in bowel cancer
mortality rates and helping to ease the NHS burden.
Additionally, Calprotectin testing has greatly improved
the diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal
conditions such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD),
including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
“Calprotectin testing offers a non-invasive
alternative to colonoscopies; they are more
affordable and can be performed quickly in a routine
setting. Patients with diagnosed conditions can have
their inflammation levels checked regularly through
simple stool tests, which helps clinicians monitor
disease progression and treatment effectiveness.”
added Carole.
It is clear to see Alpha Labs is more than just a
product supplier. Each team of scientific specialist’s
work in partnership with laboratory and clinical
professionals to create complete solutions to
support their needs, and this is further demonstrated
with the introduction of complete patient packs
for sample collection and return, together with The
Alpha Portal for improving kit supply logistics. The
Alpha Portal streamlines sample kit distribution,
whether for direct-to-patient orders or bulk orders
for GPs and clinics. This online system enhances
user control over logistics, offering a scalable,
traceable, and efficient solution.
Lynne Taylor, Study Coordinator at NHS Tayside
Hospital stated, “My workflow has greatly
improved... I can also say that using the portal
has released me to take on new tasks and
responsibilities.”
Looking ahead, the increase in telemedicine, remote
testing and care will remain a key driver for Alpha
Labs. The company has expertise in UN3373
regulated transport for biological samples and is
expanding its offering to customised patient sample
collection and return kits.
Carole gave us some insight for what’s to come from
Alpha Labs.
“We have partnered with Clinical Design
Technologies to market and support the world's first
digital closed urine testing system. This innovative
technology offers unmatched clinical efficacy,
simplicity, and accuracy, setting a new standard for
urinalysis at point-of-care. We have also developed a
range of at home Capillary Blood Collection kits that
aim to support and enhance patient pathways, whilst
reducing unnecessary hospital appointments and
increasing health monitoring capacities.”
In the last four years, Alpha Labs has grown in size
by 50%. Continuing its focus on further developing
its solutions-based offerings, the future of the
medical industry looks in great hands.
For more information, please see below:
02380 487212
www.alphalabs.co.uk
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HEALTHCARE ESTATES Matters
Weatherite Air
Conditioning Ltd
Weatherite
Air
Conditioning
Ltd has
established
itself as
one of the
UK leaders in the design and
manufacture of energy efficient,
low carbon, high quality
Heating, Ventilation and Air
Conditioning (HVAC) equipment
for all sectors of industry.
Rather than supplying an
‘off-the-shelf’ product, which
may or may not offer the right
solution, we provide a bespoke
service covering every aspect
of the client’s requirements.
This expertise, gained over
the past 50 years, means we
can deliver highly advanced,
innovative cooling and
air movement solutions,
meeting our customers’ exact
requirements every time.
Energy efficiency and the
reduction of carbon emissions
are high on almost every UK
Company’s agenda and we as
a company continually look
at ways of reducing energy
usage whilst also looking at
ways of helping reduce harmful
greenhouse gas emissions. We
are also developing systems
that use natural refrigerants,
minimising the effects of ozone
depletion and global warming
potential.
For more information on
Weatherite Air Conditioning
Ltd’s range of offers call us
today on: 0121 665 2266 or visit:
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Fewer Brits think people from
different backgrounds get on
well and under 50% think
healthcare is satisfactory
new Government
A report – UK
Measures of National
Wellbeing – gives us a
snapshot of the state
of the nation. It seems
we are all getting more
anxious and gloomier
about the society we
live in and our
healthcare system.
In the light of recent events, it is
perhaps telling that there has been
a near 10% fall in the number
of Brits who think people from
different backgrounds get on well
together. It’s also very worrying
that fewer than half of us are
satisfied with the UK’s healthcare
system. However, a leading health
expert says there is still some
cause for optimism in a number
of the report’s findings.
Dr Avinash Hari Narayanan
(MBChB), Clinical Lead at London
P4 leads the way with emergency
lighting conversion service
Medical Laboratory,
says, “This Office for
National Statistics
(ONS) ‘state of the
nation’ report reveals
that the nation is in a
bit of a state. Since
COVID, people’s
feeling of general
wellbeing seems to
have fallen markedly
in many areas.”
‘London Medical
Laboratory’s General Health
Profile blood test can be
taken at home through the
post, or at one of the many
drop-in clinics that offer
these tests across London
and nationwide in over 120
selected pharmacies and
health stores. For full details,
please see: https://www.
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Selecting appropriate emergency
lighting luminaires for aesthetically
sensitive interiors can be difficult.
It may also not be possible to run
additional wiring required by discrete
emergency lighting luminaires.
Using existing mains lighting luminaires
to also function as emergency lights is
an ideal solution. Good to know then,
that P4, the UK’s largest independent
self-testing emergency lighting
specialist offer an Emergency Lighting
Conversion service.
The company has been re-engineering
mains luminaires to operate as both
mains and emergency lighting function
for over 30 years. This applies to most
luminaire types from a wide range of
manufacturers.
Operating strictly within the industry
recognised best practices set out by
the Industry Committee for Emergency
Lighting (ICEL), P4 brings all the
advantages of its FASTEL self-testing
emergency lighting technologies into
converted mains lighting luminaires.
The conversion process is third
party accredited, with all converted
luminaires UKCA/CE marked to
evidence compliance. Original
luminaire warranty is transferred to
P4 with extended warranty on
conversion equipment, including
6-year battery warranty.
Contact
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Posture and Mobility Group (PMG2024)
MG 2024 was back at Telford International Centre
Pfrom the 15th-17th July. The leading annual
conference provided an industry-related exhibition,
education events and networking opportunities
for professionals across the posture and wheeled
mobility sectors, with a firm emphasis on best
practice.
The delegates this year included: occupational
therapists, clinical scientists, physiotherapists,
rehabilitation engineers and many others from across
Local Authorities and charitable and private sectors.
Expert exhibitors were on hand to showcase and
demonstrate industry-leading wheelchair, special
seating, pressure cushion and assistive technology.
There were world-class conference presentations
from Jayachandran Jaganathan: Betsi Cadwaladr
University Health Board on ‘Improved Early
Supporter Discharge and Patient Experience’
and ‘How does wheelchair set-up effect fatigue
development’ by Iwan Cole: Betsi Cadwaladr
University Health Board.
The exhibitors are PMG 2024 came from the
following areas: manual and powered wheelchairs,
special seating, electronic assistive technology,
postural management solutions, pressure cushions,
buggies, wheelchair bases, belts and harnesses and
software solutions.
Here’s our round-up of the leading Top
Exhibitors from PMG 2024:
1) BES Healthcare Ltd: This specialist provides
market-leading services, assistive technology
and equipment to drastically improve the lives
of end-users every day. With a comprehensive
brand range, the company supports particular
areas of disabilities such as the lower back, head,
and footwear and much more. The Bodypoint
brand for example has a wide range of upper
body positioning, pelvic positioning and lower
body positioning support products. This brand is
the only one to meet the ISO 16840-3 standard –
offering complete end-user reassurance.
2) Ethitec: Founded in 1975 by a Professor at De
Montfort University and incorporated in 1987 and
acquired by Ethitec Ltd in 1997. The company’s
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product portfolio covers: application software
package sales, bespoke software development
and the associated provision of support services,
consultancy and training to a growing customer
base. The Ethitec team were on hand at PMG
2024 to demonstrate the ELMS2 System: a
leading software solution designed to support the
end-to-end running of wheelchair services.
3) Sunrise Medical: Trusted designer and
manufacturer of manual wheelchairs, electric
wheelchairs, mobility scooters, wheelchair
seating and mobility aids. From the ZIPPIE
Paediatric wheelchairs to the BREEZY Standard
Manual Wheelchairs, there is a wheelchair for
everybody. The ZIPPIE range foster children's
independence, with the advantage of many
models growing with your child. The ZIPPIE
Youngster 3 Folding Wheelchair is designed as
a light-folding wheelchair with in-built ‘growth
adjustability.’ The lightweight design provides
optimised seat width and depth growth of +2cm
and +4cm without needing any additional parts.
This is our pick of the best exhibitors from this
year’s event, listed here in alphabetical order:
Active Design, Celtic Therapy & Rehab, FormAlign
& Soft Options. Further details can be found on this
page and the next two.
To become an exhibitor for PMG 2025,
please see the details below:
Save the date:
PMG 2025
14th-16th July:
The International Centre, Telford
https://www.pmguk.co.uk
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Celtic Therapy & Rehab Services: Bespoke
wheelchair & seating solutions
Who are we?
e are a team of highly trained Health
WProfessionals based in South Wales with over
35 years’ experience of providing wheelchairs and
seating in NHS, Private and Charitable sectors.
We are also highly skilled at providing clinical
education and training to Therapists, Suppliers,
Case Managers and Wheelchair users.
What we do?
Our mission is simple. We want to improve the lives
of both children and adults who use wheelchair and
seating equipment. We will assess, supply and maintain
wheelchair and seating products which will optimise the
individuals comfort, function and independence.
As Health Professionals, we will provide
unbiased, independent clinical assessments and
recommendations which identify the user need
and equipment solutions.
We work with Wheelchair users, Occupational
Therapists, Physiotherapists, Health Professionals
and Case Managers across the following settings:
: NHS Wheelchair Services
: Manufacturers
: Charities
Why choose Celtic Therapy & Rehab Services?
Our unique combination of Occupational Therapist
and Rehab Engineer skills ensures that the
assessment, supply and aftercare of your
wheelchair and seating are designed to
meet all aspects of your lifestyle.
We have teamed up with the industry’s best
manufacturers to ensure that we can offer a range
of solutions to meet your every need and the
maintenance support to ensure it keeps working
as it should.
Who are we?
Matthew Eveleigh is a highly trained and wellexperienced
Occupational Therapist with 20 years
experience of wheelchair & seating as a Clinical
Specialist OT in the NHS, retail and manufacturing
sectors.
Matt has worked in both acute and rehabilitation
medicine before specialising in Wheelchair and
Seating as a Senior Wheelchair Therapist in Cardiff
& Vale NHS Trust. He later progressed to Clinical
Specialist OT at the Special Seating Service in
Morriston Hospital in Swansea which provided
seating and mobility equipment for both children
and adults with complex disabilities.
Dean Williams is a highly skilled and experienced
Rehabilitation Engineer with 18 years’ experience as
a registered Clinical Technologist in the NHS, retail
and charity sectors of wheelchairs, mobility & seating.
Dean originally worked in Wheelchairs and Seating
as a Rehabilitation Engineer at Morriston hospital
in Swansea, specialising in specialist seating,
wheelchair manufacture and production. He later
progressed to Senior Rehabilitation Engineer
working closely with Matt at the Special in Swansea,
assessing for and prescribing seating and mobility
equipment for both children and adults with
complex disabilities.
For more information, please see below:
01554 229725
info@celtictherapyandrehab.co.uk
www.celtictherapyandrehab.co.uk
WHEELCHAIR
ASSESSMENT & SUPPLY
IN CARDIFF, SWANSEA,
WALES & IN THE UK
We are a team of highly trained Occupational
Therapists and Rehabilitation Engineers based
in South Wales with over 35 years’ experience
of providing wheelchairs and seating in NHS,
Private and Charitable sectors. We are also highly
skilled at providing clinical education and training
to Therapists, Suppliers, Case Managers and
Wheelchair users.
Did your last wheelchair or seating equipment not
really meet your needs?
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Professional? Was it a complicated process?
Getting the right wheelchair or seating for you requires the correct
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of your wheelchair and seating are designed to meet all aspects of
your lifestyle.
Please visit www.celtictherapyandrehab.co.uk
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Active Design: Pioneering custom
postural seating since 1991
ctive Design, originally a family-founded
Acompany established in 1991 and based in
Birmingham, England, has built a reputation as
a leader in custom postural seating. Known for
innovation and quality, the company pioneered the
CAPS II seating system and has since expanded to
offer the industry’s widest range of postural seating
and support products.
An expansive product line and new ventures
Today, Active Design provides a comprehensive
selection of seating solutions to meet the unique
needs of every client. Their modular seating
systems, including the popular CAPS II and Fusion
Seating, alongside Maps Carved Foam, and
Custom moulded Matrix, and Lynx, are crafted
to deliver exceptional support. In addition, Active
Design offers a full line of universal products, from
headrests and footplates to harnesses, lap straps,
and the Neo Wheelbase for ultimate mobility.
A standout feature of Active Design’s product line is
its adaptability. Each piece is meticulously designed
and manufactured in-house by a highly skilled
team, ensuring both quality and robustness. These
products cater to complex postural needs, giving
therapists, healthcare professionals, and clients the
custom-fit support they deserve.
A year of growth and new partnerships
2024 has marked an exciting chapter in Active
Design’s journey. Following a recent merger with
Southwest Seating Ltd, Active Design welcomed
the innovative Matrix seating system and the
renowned Neo Wheelbase under its umbrella. The
merger brings together decades of expertise and
craftsmanship, making Active Design the go-to
supplier for postural seating solutions across the
NHS, social services, charities, and private clients.
Active Design’s new 2,000 square-meter facility in
Birmingham has expanded production capabilities,
with a dedicated clinic room, showroom, and
training space. This upgrade enables them to
enhance both production quality and customer
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experience, making it easier to meet diverse client
demands.
Commitment to quality, innovation,
and customer care
Active Design’s success stems from its unwavering
dedication to client-centred design and innovation.
By partnering with healthcare professionals and
integrating client feedback, the company continuously
improves and personalises its products. Their recent
distribution partnership with Germany’s John GmbH
highlights this commitment. Through this collaboration,
Active Design now offers the Josi Pro and Josi Wismi
all-terrain rehab buggies, designed for children and
adults with mild to moderate mobility needs.
From custom seating to adaptable accessories,
Active Design continues to set the standard in
postural support solutions.
Explore the possibilities at:
www.activedesign.co.uk or
contact the team at: 0121 326 7506.
FormAlign: Leading the
way in Pressure Care!
FormAlign has been supporting prescribers and other
healthcare professionals for over 30 years – genuine,
trusted solutions for specialist seating and postural care.
Our passionate team is committed to provide superior
products for the healthcare industry.
The latest maintenance-free, simple-to-use, adjustable,
Woven Air cushion series provide very high levels of
pressure care for wheelchairs, static seating and home
care seating.
How does the Woven Air work?
Air travels through multiple, air-tight tubes which are
woven through an air mat. The air tubes compress under
the weight of the user which in-turn redistributes the
pressure. Simple!
This maintenance free, air cushion system is leading the
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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT Matters
IMed Consultancy launches new
whitepaper exploring regulatory
challenges for AI and ML
Med Consultancy, a rising
Iinternational regulatory compliance
consultancy with proven experience
supporting digital and AI-based
medical device manufacturers launch
and maintain their products on global
markets, shares free paper assessing
the regulatory state of play for Artificial
Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
(ML)-powered medical devices in the
UK, US an EU.
‘Digital Dilemmas: Regulatory
challenges for Artificial Intelligence
and Machine Learning in medical
devices and digital health products,’
can be downloaded free of charge
here: https://imedconsultancy.com
From wearable sensors that monitor
vital signs to AI-powered diagnostic
tools, the range of innovations is
vast and promises to revolutionise
healthcare delivery. AI-powered
algorithms can analyse vast troves
of health data to identify disease
biomarkers, predict disease
trajectories, and tailor interventions
to individual patients. Regulators
are thus striving to keep pace with
technological advancements, while
addressing concerns regarding
data security, potential bias and
safety impacts possible from poorly
performing clinical software tools
that underscore the need for robust
regulatory frameworks such as the
EU AI Act which regulates AI across a
range of sectors, including healthcare.
Navigating the evolving regulatory
landscape poses challenges for
manufacturers implementing AI and ML,
especially as digital health solutions can
blur the lines between medical devices
and non-medical tools. In fact, regulatory
scrutiny varies across regions, with
new regulations like the EU AI Act
introducing additional complexities.
For more information, please
visit: www.imedconsultancy.com
New Centre for Doctoral
Training to drive UK’s
green industrial revolution
major new
A Centre for
Doctoral Training
in Green Industrial
Futures (CDT-GIF)
has launched to
help secure the
UK’s position at
the forefront of the
green industrial
revolution. The Centre builds upon
the pioneering work of the £20 million
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
Industrial Decarbonisation Research
and Innovation Centre (IDRIC).
According to European Investment
Bank research, over 80% of
companies consider skills shortages to
be a barrier to their net zero projects.
The CDT-GIF will play a key role
in training the next generation of
innovators and leaders to
deliver the technologies,
systems and solutions
required to transition
UK industry to net zero
emissions by 2050.
With a comprehensive
research programme
spanning carbon
capture, utilisation
and storage (CCUS),
green hydrogen,
CO 2
removal, energy
integration and whole
systems design, the
CDT’s graduates
will develop the
expertise and skills
to tackle the biggest decarbonisation
challenges facing industry.
Alongside a four-year research
project, the CDT-GIF students will
undertake advanced training in the
social, environmental, economic
and regulatory aspects of the net
zero transition in industry, as well as
professional development in areas like
business strategy, commercialisation,
responsible innovation and policy
engagement.
CDT-GIF is also seeking industry
partners to co-create research projects
and develop talent. If this programme
aligns with your research and talent
development priorities, please contact:
cdtgreenindustrialfutures@hw.ac.uk or visit:
https://greenindustrialfutures.site.hw.ac.uk
Tracy Brabin steps in
to fund health and social
care training
ocal NHS services in West
LYorkshire are benefitting
from new investment to train
and upskill people for jobs
in the health and social care
sector.
In an unprecedented move
for the region, West Yorkshire
Mayor Tracy Brabin is
funding training for frontline
NHS workers.
The £1.3 million investment will
fund a variety of courses aimed at
introducing people to health and
social care roles, with clear pathways
for progression into secure jobs
in hospitals, hospices, and other
healthcare settings.
This will also help upskill people
already working in the healthcare
sector, such as nurses who want
to progress from hospitals to GP or
‘general practice’ settings, as well
as more general ‘advanced skills’
courses, to help people secure
better-paid roles in the region.
The Mayor has issued a warning to
the government that this funding is
a ‘sticking plaster over the gaping
wound’ of the NHS recruitment and
retention crisis, and Ministers must
provide sustainable funding for the
NHS to train the number of frontline
staff it needs to support patients.
The West Yorkshire Combined
Authority predicts that over 1,000 new
workers will be recruited as a result of
the over £1 million investment in skills
training for healthcare roles.
For more information about
West Yorkshire Combined
Authority-funded training across
multiple sectors, please visit:
https://www.futuregoals.co.uk/
skillsconnect
Workplace Wellbeing
Timebomb: 83% of
professionals have experienced
poor mental health at work
3% of professionals state they’ve
8experienced mental ill health at
work in the past 12 months – with
more than a quarter encountering it
‘regularly.’
Robert Walters’ survey of 3,000
professionals across the UK & Ireland
recently revealed increasing numbers
of professionals experiencing poor
mental health at work, despite
employers’ best efforts to enhance
wellbeing offerings like employee
wellbeing programmes e.g. mental
health support (71%), Cycle-to-work
schemes (65%), Healthcare vouchers
(48%) and free or discounted gym
memberships (43%).
A survey by Ipsos indicated that
mental health has now overtaken
cancer and obesity, to become the
most common health problem Britons
worry about.
In the UK, around £138bn is lost every
year due to workplace sickness.
Demand for wellbeing interventions
29% of all UK professionals consider
employee wellbeing programmes the
most important wellbeing & lifestyle
benefit when they’re considering a job
offer. Increasing to two-fifths (43%) of
HR professionals and 31% of those
working within General Management.
Interestingly – a third of C-Suite
professionals state the same, selecting
wellbeing programmes over travel &
retail discounts, healthcare vouchers
and free/discounted gym memberships.
Are wellbeing benefits a box-ticking
exercise?
Almost three-quarters of companies
now offer employee wellbeing
programmes. However, less than a
fifth of professionals claim to have
actually accessed the mental health
support provided by their employer in
the past 8 months.
Contact
www.robertwalters.com
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FOOD SAFETY Matters
Introducing Task Manager: Enhancing
safety and efficiency in healthcare
CCO International is excited to
announce the launch of Task
NManager, a specialised solution
for task management and temperature
monitoring, developed specifically for
healthcare environments. Designed
to improve compliance, safety, and
operational efficiency, Task Manager
addresses critical needs in healthcare
settings, ensuring the highest standards
for patient care and safety.
“Task Manager is a significant advancement
for healthcare facilities,” said Karl Rose,
Managing Director of NCCO International.
“This system not only helps facilities meet
safety and compliance standards but
also directly supports patient well-being
by ensuring safe, sanitary, and efficient
operations.”
Task Manager helps healthcare facilities
streamline compliance with local and national
safety standards by providing thorough
record-keeping and log management. This
enables facilities to stay audit-ready and
perform optimally in health inspections, a
crucial component of healthcare quality
and patient safety.
The system offers automated temperature
monitoring for refrigeration units, storage
areas, and other critical zones with specific
temperature requirements. With Task Manager,
healthcare staff can significantly reduce the
time spent on manual temperature checks,
allowing them to focus on direct patient
care. The automated system also organises
essential healthcare tasks such as sanitation
schedules, equipment maintenance, and staff
training, which
helps maintain a
safe and compliant
environment for
both patients
and staff.
Real-time alerts
for temperature
deviations prevent
potential food
spoilage which are
critical to patient
health. These
alerts allow staff
to address issues
immediately,
protecting both
inventory and
patient safety.
Task Manager
seamlessly
integrates
with NCCO’s
DateCodeGenie automated labeling system,
providing a comprehensive solution for
healthcare facilities. This integration ensures
precise labeling and tracking of stored
food items, including storage guidelines,
expiration dates, and handling instructions.
By combining Task Manager’s monitoring
capabilities with DateCodeGenie’s automated
labeling, facilities can reduce food waste,
streamline compliance processes, and
support staff in delivering safe, high-quality
meals for patients and residents.
For more information, please visit:
ncco.eu or contact David Webster at:
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EBME Expo 2024 review
he Electronic and Biomedical Equipment
TConference and Exhibition 2024 (EBME) was
back at the Coventry Building Society Arena from the
26th-27th June. The popular expo started 15 years
ago and is the only UK independent exhibition and
conference space focused on healthcare technology.
There were over 1,700 visitors from backgrounds
such as: clinical/biomedical engineering,
management and maintenance, theatre staff and
NHS supply chain staff.
At this summer’s expo, delegates attended
conferences on EBME, Operating Theatre, Training,
and Procurement. Day One focused on medical
equipment technology and training; Day Two on
procurement. Key sessions included cybersecurity in
medical devices, innovations in operating theatres,
and safety huddles in obstetric emergency care.
With over 65 speakers and 165 exhibitors, the event
offered practical demonstrations and networking
opportunities, allowing healthcare professionals to
explore new technologies and foster connections in
medical procurement and equipment use.
The feedback from this year’s exhibitors this year
was overwhelmingly positive:
“Absolutely cracking first
event! Lots of footfall, lead
generation & conversations
with new prospects!”
Clarissa Newsome: Global
Marketing Manager: BPR.
We hand-picked ten Top
Exhibitors from across the
two-day event:
1) Aquilant: UK-based Company dedicated to the
service and repair of medical devices, to medical
device manufacturers and end-users.
2) Bender UK: part of the Bender Group, this
company offers critical power and turnkey
solutions for Group 2 medical locations.
3) Dräger Medical UK Ltd: This industry-leader in
medical technology is focused on its ‘technology
for life’ mission.
4) GCE Medical: Division of GCE Group, this
company specialises in manufacturing industryleading
medical gas control equipment and
accessories that support medical care in
emergency hospital and homecare sectors.
5) Henleys Medical Supplies: This notable
company has 75 years’ experience supplying the
NHS with products such as: blood pressure cuffs,
Review - Top Exhibitors
surgical head lights, and much more.
6) Idox Software Ltd: The Idox asset-tracking
solution: iAssets provide pinpoint tracking of
medical devices and equipment in hospitals and
outside the community.
7) Linc Medical Systems Ltd: Leading supplier
of medical devices and consumables to UK
healthcare providers.
8) Oxylitre: Leading designers, manufacturers
and service repairers of medical regulators,
flowmeters, suction, entonox ® and a full range of
accessories.
9) TSI Instruments Ltd: Part of TSI Incorporated –
a global supplier of gas flow analyzers and mass
flow meters.
10) Walters Medical Ltd: Specialist in monitoring
consumables.
This is our pick of the best exhibitors from this
year’s event, listed here in alphabetical order:
Anetic Aid, Fresenius Kabi, Intersurgical &
Lyngsoe Systems. Further details can be
found on this page and the next two.
he benefits of
Ta stretcher that
can be both patient
transport and
operating table are
being increasingly
recognised for
day surgery and
mainstream theatres.
Manual handling – and its inherent risk to patients
and practitioners – is massively reduced when a
patient can get onto a stretcher themselves, ready
to be wheeled through the anaesthetic room, on
into the operating theatre and then to recovery.
Removing the requirement for patient transfers also
saves time, and helps maximise theatre throughput.
Built-in infection control
Anetic Aid’s QA4 Mobile Surgery System offers
all this, but perhaps less well recognised is its
integral infection control benefit, due to the reduced
contacts, transfers and fewer items of equipment
required for the patient journey.
The QA4 has other built-in infection control
measures too: its innovative design incorporates
smooth moulded surfaces and acrylic capped
vac formings to enclose the stretcher mechanics,
minimising dirt traps and making it easy to clean.
The mattress construction is also an aid to infection
control as it combines high density foam and
thermally responsive gel-feel memory foam, both of
which have antibacterial
and microbial fungistatic
properties.
This foam core is
encapsulated within
a latex-free, four-way
stretch Polyurethane (PU)
outer cover made from
an anti-microbacterial,
water resistant, vapour
permeable material.
This means it is not only
contamination-resistant,
but it allows the patient’s
skin to breathe – for
greater comfort.
The mattress’ memory
foam construction and
design are also an aid to
pressure care, which is
another important factor
given that the patient’s
immobility during their operation and the use of
anaesthesia can increase the risk of developing
pressure sores – which are vulnerable to infection –
during longer procedures.
Surgical versatility
All this is in addition to the QA4’s surgical access
which is superior to any other surgical stretcher
on the market. With powered functions including a
traversing platform and lateral tilt, it can be used for
a wide range of specialisms from ophthalmology
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Using a QA4 Mobile Surgery System for transport,
treatment and recovery aids infection control
and ENT to orthopaedics, gynae, urology, vascular
and general surgery. What makes the QA4 so
versatile is its unique combination of Build Options,
developed to enable purchasers to tailor their QA4
model for different types of procedure, plus an
extensive range of Optional Extras and Operating
Table Accessories which can be attached to the
main platform.
Contact us: sales@aneticaid.com or ring our
Sales Team on: +44 (0)1943 878647.
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EMERGENCY
EMERGENCY
Review - Top Exhibitors
Act today for a better tomorrow
The Fresenius Group is a global
healthcare company committed
to saving and improving lives through
affordable, accessible, and innovative
healthcare products and the highest
quality clinical care.
Fresenius Kabi, a division of the Fresenius
Group, provides essential medical devices
focused on infusion, transfusion, and
clinical nutrition. Their devices play a vital
role in treating and caring for critically and
chronically ill patients worldwide.
yngsoe X-Tracking offers a comprehensive
Lplatform for healthcare logistics, utilising
advanced data capture technology to track assets
and resources in real-time. By integrating a suite
of hardware and software, the system connects
the movement of physical objects to the digital
world through radio frequency identification (RFID)
technology. RFID tags and labels are mounted on
assets, and their location is monitored through
various RFID readers. Wireless communication
ensures fast and accurate data capture, enabling
healthcare staff to access real-time information
via a simple search web interface.
Applications in healthcare
X-Tracking is GS1 approved and integrates
seamlessly into any healthcare IT landscape. This
flexibility allows healthcare providers to optimise
their logistics and ensure that essential resources
are always available where needed. It supports
multiple critical areas within healthcare, making
it a versatile solution. It can be used for:
: Asset management
: Patient safety
: Risk management
: Material management
: Patient flow
: Product tracking
: Performance monitoring
With a strong commitment to supporting
healthcare professionals, Fresenius Kabi
strives to equip them with advanced
tools needed to address complex
medical challenges. The company’s
comprehensive portfolio includes cuttingedge
infusion devices, clinical
nutrition solutions, and medical
technologies designed to
enhance patient outcomes and
elevate the standard of care.
Fresenius Kabi’s infusion devices
are integral to modern
healthcare, supporting
lifesaving treatments in settings
ranging from emergency
medicine to surgery and
intensive care. These devices
Scalable System Architecture
The X-Tracking system is built with
a scalable, 5-layer architecture that
captures, processes, and manages
GS1-compliant data. It can be deployed
as a local IT solution or a cloud-based
service, offering flexibility depending
on the healthcare facility’s needs. The
user interface is intuitive and designed
specifically for healthcare users, making it
easy to adopt without extensive training.
X-Tracking also supports various
RFID readers – portable, mobile, and
fixed – providing a versatile solution for
data capture across different healthcare
environments. It includes a GS1 EPCIS
interface for seamless data sharing,
ensuring that logistics and inventory
information can be accessed and
communicated effectively across systems.
Automating healthcare logistics
Lyngsoe Systems is one of the world’s
leading software developers and systems
integrators for logistics solutions, with
expertise spanning across healthcare, airports,
postal services, retail, supply chains, and libraries.
With over 40 years of experience in designing,
installing, and maintaining track-and-trace systems,
Lyngsoe Systems is a trusted name in RFID
technology.
To date, Lyngsoe Systems has completed more
than 15,000 installations in over 60 countries,
demonstrating advanced expertise in solution
design, software development, integration,
service, and maintenance. This extensive global
experience ensures that healthcare providers can
are critical in delivering IV fluids, making
them indispensable in emergency rooms,
surgical wards, and intensive care units.
As a global leader in infusion technology,
Fresenius Kabi brings decades of
expertise and a deep understanding
of healthcare professionals’ needs. Its
extensive portfolio of infusion devices is
designed to address diverse therapeutic
areas, ensuring effective treatments and
enhanced patient care in various clinical
environments.
For more information, please see below:
01928 533533
communication@fresenius-kabi.com
https://www.fresenius-kabi.com
Track healthcare assets and resources in real-time
rely on Lyngsoe Systems to deliver cutting-edge
technology that enhances operational efficiency and
automates complex processes, ultimately improving
patient care and resource management.
By deploying Lyngsoe X-Tracking, healthcare
facilities can streamline their operations, reduce
risks, and ensure that essential assets are always
within reach, supporting better patient outcomes.
Contact
info@lyngsoesystems.com
www.lyngsoesystems.com
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Introducing the InterFlow respiratory gas
blender from Intersurgical
Respiratory equipment in the hospital
today has never been so advanced,
however the focus has often been on
complex and expensive solutions.
Intersurgical have adapted ICU ventilator
level technology and applied it to the
basic gas blender. The result is InterFlow;
a simple, intuitive, yet technologically
advanced device, perfect for today’s
busy acute care settings.
Compact and versatile, the InterFlow
respiratory gas blender proves that
good things do come in small packages.
Intended for use with adult, paediatric and
neonatal patients, the InterFlow blender
is extremely adaptable and packed full of
features designed to make CPAP and High
Flow Oxygen Therapy safer for the patient
and easier for the clinician.
InterFlow is the latest addition to
Intersurgical’s Equipment range which
also includes InterCooler respiratory
dehumidifier and the VHB20 series
respiratory humidifier. You can view
the full range on their website:
https://www.intersurgical.co.uk/
products/critical-care/equipment
For more information, please see below:
0118 9656 300
info@intersurgical.co.uk
www.intersurgical.co.uk
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edical Technology UK 2024 took place on
Mthe 13th-14th March at the Coventry Building
Society Arena.
Marked as the UK’s only event exclusively
focused on the design, research, engineering
and advancement of medical devices, Medical
Technology 2024 welcomed over 130 exhibitors
and specialist suppliers to the medical device
manufacturing industry.
The event featured an extensive lineup of technical
presentations spanning both days, delivered by
leading experts and insightful guest speakers. Each
session offered valuable knowledge and practical
insights tailored for medical device manufacturers,
engineering teams, and senior executives, equipping
them with strategies and innovations to integrate
into next-generation medical devices.
Colin Martin, Event Director, Medical Technology UK
opened the Learning Programme on Wednesday,
welcoming a brilliant line up of speakers. The
morning of Wednesday’s programme featured talks
on ‘The Future of Medical Technology Innovation,’
‘The Life Sciences Vision: Progress and Support for
Review - Top Exhibitors
The exhibition and learning place
for Medical Device Engineers
MedTech,’ ‘Enhancing Sustainability in MedTech:
Empowering OEMs and the Supply Chain,’ and ‘AI
in Medical Devices – Benefits, Risks & Practical
Considerations.’ The afternoon featured Exhibitor
Showcases that consisted of talks and discussions
on many subjects from AI to creating a best-in-class
digital eco-system, and the advantages of silicone
valves and the applications for medical devices.
Day two of the event was just as engaging as the
first, with a full agenda featuring talks from MedTech
innovators and industry professionals. Topics
included ‘The Reality of Medical Nanotechnology
Start-Ups’ and ‘Navigating from Concept to
Approved Medical Device,’ offering valuable insights
into the challenges and breakthroughs in medical
device development.
Thursday afternoon highlighted the Women in
MedTech Forum, chaired by Dr. Helen Meese, CEO
& Founder of The Care Machine Ltd. The forum
explored critical issues such as the challenges
women face in MedTech, the importance of
mentorship and personal branding, and strategies
for ‘lifting the second glass ceiling’ to retain
experienced women in the workforce.
In conclusion, the 2024 show reaffirmed its status
as the premier destination for discovering cuttingedge
innovations in medical device design and
manufacturing. Bringing together a diverse mix
of organisations – including major OEMs, SMEs,
university spin-outs, contract manufacturers, and
startups – the event catered to professionals across the
industry spectrum. Attendees ranged from corporate
managers and entrepreneurs to project engineers,
design engineers, and specialists in regulatory and
legal affairs, making it an unmissable gathering for
anyone involved in advancing medical technology.
Medical Technology UK 2025 will take place on
12th-13th March at the Coventry Building Society
Arena. This is our pick of the best exhibitors from
this year’s event, listed here in alphabetical order:
AATGB, Advena UK Ltd, Motion Healthcare &
Patent Guard. Further details can be found on
this page and the next.
Contact
https://www.medicaltechnologyuk.com
Patient Guard: Your trusted
partner in Medical Device
Regulatory Compliance
Advena UK Ltd: Medical device
and cosmetics consultants
dvena Ltd, based in Warwickshire,
Ahas been a trusted regulatory
partner for nearly 30 years, offering
guidance in the ever-evolving world
of medical device and cosmetics
regulations. From supporting
innovative start-ups to mediumsized
enterprises, Advena ensures
that companies can confidently
bring their medical devices and
cosmetics to market, providing
services ranging from UK Responsible
Person to medical device regulatory
consultancy on global compliance and
quality management systems. Their
client-focused approach positions
Advena not just as a consultant, but
as a partner — helping businesses
overcome regulatory challenges
while remaining competitive.
This dedication has earned them
recognition as a company featured
in The Commonwealth at 75, a
commemorative publication produced
by The History of Parliament and
St James’s House, celebrating
businesses that embody progress and
innovation across the Commonwealth.
Contact
+44 (0)1926 800153
info@advenamedical.com
www.advenamedical.com
ince 2017, Patient Guard has been
Sat the forefront of Medical Device
Regulatory and Quality Assurance
services, helping over 500 clients
navigate complex UK, EU, and FDA
requirements. Whether you're a startup
or a multinational corporation, we
provide tailored support across all
classes of medical devices — from
Class I to Class III.
Our comprehensive services include:
: Technical File Documentation
: Biological & Clinical Evaluations
: Risk Management
: Post-Market Surveillance
: UK Responsible Person & EU
Authorised Representative
: PRRC (Person Responsible for
Regulatory Compliance) for the EU
: ISO 13485 Implementation
: Internal Audits
: 510(k) Documentation Support
: CFR 21 Part 820 Compliance
With deep expertise in cutting-edge
areas like Software as a Medical
Device (SaMD), AI applications,
implantable devices, and combination
products, our team of qualified
specialists ensures your product’s
regulatory success.
At Patient Guard, we deliver solutions
that empower innovation while meeting
stringent regulatory standards. Let us
help you bring your medical devices to
market with confidence.
Contact
+44 (0)1253 522375
https://patientguard.com
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iscover a new level of
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With an 8mph top speed and an
impressive 32-mile range, this scooter
is built for long-distance travel without
sacrificing comfort or reliability.
The Xquisite supports up to 28 stone,
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you can trust the Xquisite to take you
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Group
H(‘Helsinn’), a
global pharmaceutical
company with a track
record of over forty-five years of
commercial execution and a strong
focus in supportive care, oncology
and dermato-oncology, and Angelini
Pharma (‘Angelini’), an international
pharmaceutical company, part of the
Italian privately-owned multi-business
Angelini Industries, that researches,
develops and commercialises health
solutions with a focus on the areas
of Brain Health, including Mental
Health and Epilepsy, and Consumer
Health, announce today the signing
of the Distribution and Licence
Agreement renewal in Bulgaria, Czech
Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania
and Slovak Republic for AULIN ®
and MESULID ® (Nimesulide) for the
treatment of acute (short-term) pain.
About Angelini Industries
Angelini Industries is a multinational
industrial group founded in Ancona in
1919 by Francesco Angelini. Today,
Angelini Industries represents a
various terrain types. Whether on
smooth roads or rough pathways,
the Xquisite’s all-round suspension
absorbs every bump, offering a
smooth and comfortable journey.
The wide 54cm captain’s seat offers
generous space, with a swivelling,
adjustable design for easy access
and maximum comfort. Paired with
ergonomic delta handlebars, the
Xquisite ensures precise control at
every turn.
Find out more at:
https://motionhealthcare.
co.uk/products/xquisite
Helsinn and Angelini Pharma sign
a partnership agreement renewal
to commercialise AULIN ® and
MESULID ®
solid and diversified industrial reality
that employs approximately 5,800
employees and operates in 21 countries
around the world with revenues of over
2 billion euros, generated in the health,
industrial technology, and consumer
goods sectors. To learn more, please
visit: www.angeliniindustries.com
About Angelini Pharma
Angelini Pharma is an international
pharmaceutical company, part of
the Italian privately-owned multibusiness
Angelini Industries. The
Company researches, develops and
commercialises health solutions
with a focus on the areas of Brain
Health, including Mental Health
and Epilepsy, and Consumer Health.
For more information about
Angelini Pharma, please visit:
https://www.angelinipharma.com
To learn more about Helsinn,
please visit: www.helsinn.com
BV Technologies
D(Euronext: DBV –
ISIN: FR0010417345
– Nasdaq Stock
Market: DBVT),
a clinical-stage
biopharmaceutical
company focused
on treatment options
for food allergies and
other immunologic
conditions with
significant unmet
medical need, today
announced that
Daniel Tassé, Chief Executive Officer,
will participate in a fireside chat at the
45th Annual Goldman Sachs Global
Healthcare Conference on Monday,
June 10th at 8:00am EDT, as well as
in one-on-one investor meetings.
A live webcast of the presentation
can be accessed here, and will also
be available on the Events section of
Company’s Investors website: https://
dbvtechnologies.com/investoroverview/events
A replay will also be available on DBV
Technologies’ website for 90 days
after the event.
DISABILITY & MOBILITY Matters
DFG: Use the system to help
300,000+ people in need
eading mobility equipment
Linnovator AAT is identifying
ways in which Authorities
CAN take steps to deliver
home adaptations to help
ease one pressure point in
the growing crisis – without
reforming the whole process.
Mobility/navigating stairs is
one of the top 10 reasons
why people need changes to
their home (4) . Some 16% (4) –
300,000+ – home adaptations
are for a stairlift. Yet the
Scottish Government has just
announced a 25% cut in the housing
adaptations fund (1) . This is in addition to
the housebuilding fund which has been
similarly slashed for 2024/25 and ongoing
delay in allocation of existing funds for
adaptations to housing associations (2) .
The problem is not confined to Scotland.
It affects the whole of the UK (3) . Whilst
the funds for England have been ‘topped
up,’ the grant for each person has not
been index linked to reflect inflation
and increasing labour and materials
costs. More people are needing help,
but adaptations staff levels have not
increased commensurately.
AAT has devised a way that utilises the
existing system, enabling Authorities
to address stairs quickly AND costeffectively.
AAT’s unique stairclimber
and its re-issue capability
provides Authorities with the
solution (where appropriate).
The portable, batterypowered
stairclimber
enables the recipient to
safely access all areas of
their home, inside AND out.
Requiring no installation, it
can be in use within days of
the process starting. When
the original recipient no longer
needs it, the stairclimber can
be re-issued (prescribed) to
someone else. With AAT’s
unique Universal Seating System, the
Authority adaptations team are assured
that the users’ comfort and safety is
assured, irrespective of their age or size (5) .
How the re-issue concept works
is explained here:
https://www.aatgb.com/
take-steps-to-deliveradaptations-for-under-1000
References:
(1) https://thiis.co.uk/scottish-housing-provider-issueswarning-over-cuts-to-critical-home-adaptations-fund
(2) https://www.insidehousing.co.uk/news/key-grant-fundingfor-scottish-social-landlords-not-yet-allocated-88267
(3) https://www.ageuk.org.uk/latest-press/
articles/2024/age-uk-comment-in-response-to-theombudsman-report-on-waspi-women/older-peopleat-risk-of-being-forced-into-residential-care-due-tomassive-delays-in-making-adaptations-to-homes
(4) https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/
media/60e5b6fe8fa8f50c716bcbb3/EHS_19-20_
Home_adaptations.pdf
(5) Subject to proper assessment etc.
HEALTHCARE SERVICES Matters
DBV Technologies to Participate in
the Goldman Sachs 45th Annual
Global Healthcare Conference
About DBV
Technologies
DBV Technologies
is a clinical-stage
biopharmaceutical
company developing
treatment options for
food allergies and
other immunologic
conditions with
significant unmet
medical need. DBV
is currently focused
on investigating the
use of its proprietary
technology platform, Viaskin, to
address food allergies, which are caused
by a hypersensitive immune reaction
and characterised by a range of
symptoms varying in severity from mild
to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Millions
of people live with food allergies,
including young children. Through
epicutaneous immunotherapy (EPIT),
the Viaskin platform is designed to
introduce microgram amounts of a
biologically active compound to the
immune system through intact skin.
For more information, please
visit: www.dbv-technologies.com
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MENTAL HEALTH Matters
Mental health is as impactful
as safety on-site’: NFDC
becomes latest Working Minds
partner
he demolition industry has
Tstepped-up its efforts to
combat work-related stress
and promote good mental
health by joining Great
Britain’s workplace regulator
campaign.
The Working Minds campaign, set up
by the Health and Safety Executive
(HSE), welcomes a new partner in
the demolition industry to help reach
trades and offer free support.
The National Federation of Demolition
Contractors (NFDC) is the latest
organisation to join Working Minds.
Earlier this month, the Contract
Flooring Association (CFA), the
Chartered Institute of Plumbing and
Heating Engineering (CIPHE), Asbestos
Removal Contractors Association
(ARCA), the Electrical Contractors’
Association (ECA) and the National
Federation of Roofing Contractors
(NFRC) all committed to the campaign.
Working Minds helps employers
prevent stress and support good
mental health, providing free online
learning to show how to make it part
lenheim Palace is
Bencouraging all to
take a ‘wellbeing walk’ to
mark World Mental Health
Day (10th October) as
it highlights the positive
impact of social prescribing
and the natural environment
on mental health and
wellbeing. ‘Britain’s Greatest
Palace’ is committed to
creating accessible, naturebased
and health and
wellbeing initiatives through
its Blenheim Innovation Partnership
for all of its visitors and staff.
Across its various businesses
– Palace, Estate and Property,
Blenheim has introduced a number
of initiatives and programmes as part
of a campaign to create a healthy
workplace environment.
Blenheim, its property arm Blenheim
Estate Homes and long standing
development partner Pye Homes, have
introduced a Wellbeing Ambassador
programme for their staff, and have a
new drop in ‘tea and chat’ session in
their employee hub. They also have
a dedicated Wellbeing Coach Ruth
Chaloner, a trained Psychotherapist
of routine working life and culture. The
new bitesize tool typically takes no more
than an hour to complete and covers
what the law requires of employers and
what’s needed to do to be compliant.
Users will walk through Working
Minds’ five simple steps based
on risk assessment. They are to
Reach out and have conversations,
Recognises the signs and causes
of stress, Responds to any risks
you’ve identified, Reflects on actions
you’ve agreed and taken, and make it
Routine. It needs to become the norm
to talk about stress and how people
are feeling and coping on-site.
Contact
https://workright.campaign.
gov.uk/campaigns/workingminds-sectors
https://www.hse.gov.uk
Blenheim celebrates
World Mental Health Day
across all areas of its Estate
that supports all staff with their
mental health and provides mentoring,
coaching and training. Ruth supports
and trains a team of 24 Wellbeing
Ambassadors who are on hand to
offer advice and reminders about
how to reach out for support.
To explore the health benefits of
Blenheim Palace, please visit:
www.blenheimestate.com/land/
strategy/natural-health-service
To find out more about Blenheim
Palace’s ‘Wellness Walks’
and ‘Being at Blenheim’ on
Spotify, please visit: www.
blenheimpalace.com/visitus/
wellness-walks
City Building introduces
industry-leading wellness room
to support mental wellbeing
ity Building, one of Scotland’s
Clargest construction services firms,
has marked World Mental Health Day
(Thursday October 10th) with the launch
of a unique wellness room to support
the mental wellbeing of its employees.
The facility includes a reading corner
offering self-help books, a yoga
mat for stretching, a walking pad to
enable physical activity, a couch and
chair for relaxing and a speaker to
provide music. It also features plants
to make the room inviting and artwork
designed to encourage reflection.
The room, which is located within
City Building’s headquarters in the
Springburn area of Glasgow, was built
entirely by City Building apprentices.
With around 200 apprentices on its
payroll, City Building operates Scotland’s
largest apprenticeship programme.
The room’s soft furnishings were
created by RSBi, City Building’s
manufacturing arm. RSBi is among the
UK’s largest supported businesses,
and more than half of its 250 staff have
a disability or are disadvantaged.
In recognition of City Building’s
commitment to improving working
conditions and supporting employees,
in 5 individuals in the UK
3 suffer from some form
of anxiety, yet almost half of
them keep it a secret as they
worry about criticism from
others. Additionally, over half
of employees in the UK are
experiencing symptoms of
depression. These alarming
figures reveal that the challenges
are not discussed openly
enough, leading to feelings of
isolation among those affected.
There are many factors that
can have an impact on mental
health and wellbeing. When
individuals are struggling with their
mental wellbeing, the creative arts can
help to calm their busy minds, give
them an outlet for their emotions, and
provide them with a sensation of being
able to do something for themselves.
Photography, specifically, can be
incredibly beneficial for mental health.
This year, World Mental Health Day
falls onto Thursday 10th October. To
raise awareness ahead of this day,
leading camera insurer photoGuard
has spoken out on the mental health
benefits of photography.
the organisation’s Joint Trade Union
Committee donated £600 to help fund
its creation.
The wellness room is the latest measure
introduced by City Building to offer
greater support to its people, build
resilience and create opportunities.
Other initiatives include the adoption
of Mental Health First Aiders and an
annual Mental Health Day, where
employees can access information and
support. A menopause café has been
established for those with menopause
symptoms or those living with someone
experiencing menopause symptoms.
For more information about
City Building, please visit:
www.citybuildingglasgow.co.uk
The therapeutic power
of photography on World
Mental Health Day
Therapeutic photography allows
people to use their photos for wellbeing
or personal healing purposes.
Photography has several therapeutic
benefits linked to mental health,
as it helps to showcase individual
creativity, allows photographers to
detach from their responsibilities
and improves their mood.
Discover more on:
https://www.photoguard.
co.uk/mental-healthphotography
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Integrity ® Static Cushion Range
Here at Sumed, we manufacture and
distribute a wide range of medical
products and services. Our products
are designed for the healing and
maintenance of healthy skin, including
pressure ulcers, with products ranging
from very low risk to very high risk of
developing a Pressure Ulcer.
One product that we supply is Integrity
Static ® Cushion Range. This is a new
range of cushions, with the risk levels
ranging from comfort to very high risk.
This cushion range offers 3
weight limits, 17st, 28st and
50st making this cushion
suitable for the majority of
users. We can also provide
custom sizes in this range so
if there isn’t a size that is right
for you, we can make one to
suit your needs.
We supply this cushion to both
the NHS and also to trade
customers. At a suitable price,
this cushion is cost-effective
for the qualities it provides,
such as being lightweight. The cushions
are clearly colour labelled with the weight
limit and risk level which helps you
identify which cushion is which.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Directory
Please contact
www.sumedinternational.com
https://sumedinternational.com/
integrity-static-cushion-range
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You might be asking yourself where to
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can use it for? The best idea is to keep
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reason for this is to have something that
would help you out if you ever got stuck
on ice and could not get traction with
your wheels, leaving you stranded.
The eFOLDi Lite is one of the world’s
lightest, most compact folding scooters
Its revolutionary design makes the eFOLDi
Lite one of the lightest, most compact folding
travel-scooters available – weighing just 15kg.
It folds and unfolds in just a few seconds and
is easy to store and transport. No complex
assembly is required – just unfold and go.
Thor Assistive Technologies Ltd are Distributors of
Neuro Rehabilitation Robotic and related devices.
We believe in ‘Robotic Integrated Rehabilitation’
to provide rehabilitation that compliments
Physiotherapy and improves results by increasing
repetitions and exercise dose.
UK based, providing products from around
the world, the team provide assessment,
demonstration, installation, training and ongoing
support to our partner clinics
BeaconMedaes UK has been a trusted
supplier to NHS and private hospitals for
nearly 50 years. We offer unrivalled expertise
and customer support. Our medical gas
pipeline system (MGPS) product range
continues to grow in response to the sector’s
changing needs. We have a particular focus
on helping hospitals reach Net Zero.
Our vision is to be the leading provider of
rapid and ultra-rapid charging locations,
setting new standards in speed and
reliability. We are dedicated to giving
people the freedom to live life to the fullest,
whether it’s driving the kids to school or
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LineIn aim to deliver improved patient services, that
are high quality, reliable and time efficient, at an
affordable price point for primary care providers.
We bridge the gap between patients and primary
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