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ABHI unveils first-ever UK Pavilion at global health exhibition, showcasing the best of UK HealthTech
The Association of British HealthTech Industries (ABHI) – the UK’s leading Trade Association for HealthTech – has announced the launch of its first-ever UK Pavilion at the rapidly growing Global Health Exhibition in Saudi Arabia. The ABHI UK Pavilion will offer an exceptional opportunity for UK HealthTech innovators to showcase their latest healthcare advancements to the burgeoning market in Saudi Arabia. With a focus on driving export growth and fostering collaborations, the Pavilion aims to strengthen the presence of UK HealthTech companies in this dynamic region. Taking place from 2-4 October in the Saudi
capital of Riyadh, Global Health Exhibition has earned acclaim as the largest annual healthcare gathering in the region. This year’s edition is set to attract 15,000 professional visitors, featuring 120 speakers and 164 exhibitors from 23 countries over three impactful days. ABHI will be supporting UK SMEs in entering and expanding within this thriving market. Saudi Arabia has shown a significant demand for high-quality medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health technologies, presenting a valuable opportunity for UK companies to showcase their expertise and establish fruitful partnerships.
Strategically positioned next to the
Transformation Zone, the heart of the event hosting keynote addresses, product showcases, and plenary sessions, the ABHI UK Pavilion guarantees maximum visibility and footfall. With a prime location on the exhibition floor, the Pavilion offers a compelling opportunity for UK HealthTech innovators to connect with prospective partners and expand their reach in the Saudi Arabian market and beyond. Michelle Michelucci, head of international events,
ABHI, commented: “Global Health Exhibition is the ultimate gateway to growth in Saudi Arabia and
the wider Middle East region. We are thrilled to announce the launch of the first-ever UK Pavilion at this year’s show, exclusively designed to support UK SMEs in showcasing their expertise and capabilities while establishing fruitful partnerships in this dynamic region.” Saudi Arabia has made major strides in
improving its healthcare infrastructure in recent years, with several large capital projects underway and planned, creating a significant demand for proven HealthTech solutions. This has been driven, in part, by a rise in demand, and fuelled by its huge potential to be developed as a medical tourist destination. The HealthTech sector is considered a
cornerstone in achieving Saudi Arabia’s 2030 vision, and the nation has demonstrated a keen interest in smart technologies, including the recent inauguration of the first Virtual Hospital in the Middle East. ABHI’s UK Pavilion provides a dedicated space within the Global Health Exhibition where UK HealthTech innovators can showcase their expertise, strengthen their presence in the market and establish partnerships with key stakeholders. For more information, visit:
www.abhi.org.uk/ international/global-health-exhibition-2023/
New strategy needed to tackle burnout in healthcare
The Society of Occupational Medicine (SOM) has published a new report, Burnout in healthcare: risk factors and solutions, which outlines recommendations to tackle the root causes of burnout such as more manageable workloads, improving people’s ability to cope including peer support, and person-centred treatment. Drawing on research data from a wide variety
of sources, the report found that those working in healthcare, such as doctors, nurses and care workers, are particularly prone to experiencing burnout. According to the 2022 NHS workforce survey,
more than a third of healthcare staff report feel burned-out at work, with staff in clinical roles found to be most vulnerable. Further data shows that 54% of doctors displayed signs of emotional exhaustion and nearly 40% of nurses ‘often’ or ‘always’ felt burned-out at work. The report recommends primary, secondary, and
tertiary interventions throughout the healthcare sector to protect employees against burnout and enable those returning from absence because of the condition to do so effectively and safely.
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www.clinicalservicesjournal.com I August 2023 Primary level interventions are those that
tackle the root causes of burnout. It is crucial to ensure workload is manageable, adequate support is available, leadership is compassionate, inclusive, and ethical and staff are recognised and rewarded for their work and achievements. Training managers to support the wellbeing of their staff, identify early signs of burnout and encourage help- seeking are also particularly important. Secondary level interventions focus on improving people’s ability to cope with the challenging
aspects of their roles. Particularly effective strategies include enhancing opportunities for peer support, promoting self-compassion and self-care, providing training in a range of stress management tools, and helping staff maintain a healthy balance between their work and personal life. Tertiary level interventions focus on treatment and encourage a safe and healthy return to work. These include taking a person-centred approach to identifying the factors that contributed to burnout and taking appropriate steps to address them. Society of Occupational Medicine CEO, Nick
Pahl, said: “This new report outlines in detail why universal occupational health is so important in fighting burnout in healthcare. The NHS workforce plan’s aim is to reduce the overall leaver rate for NHS-employed staff from 9.1% (2022) to between 7.4% and 8.2% over the next 15 years. This can only occur by investing in occupational health - reversing burnout, tackling root causes, so that NHS staff can return to work well. SOM is committed to working with Government and the NHS to meet these challenges head-on.” View the report at:
https://tinyurl.com/484vk92x
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