Healthcare Matters Issue 803

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ISSUE 803 – MARCH 2022

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NDG Artificial Intelligence Ltd

NDGAI has solved the mobile workforce problem faced by organisations delivering services in multiple locations to client-centric requirements and who wish to provide excellent, cost-effective and consistent continuity of service, for example in the home care, cleaning, security and facility management industries.

We have conducted cutting edge, groundbreaking research on methodologies over an eight year period, tackling Workforce Scheduling and Routing Problems (WSRP).

Investment of over £1.5m, including

BestBrothers Ltd

a government-funded Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) with Nottingham University, enabled the research and development of OptifAI, NDGAI’s revolutionary, innovative product that solves the problem. This joint expertise, experience and knowhow have ensured OptifAI delivers high-performance schedules that utilise staff more efficiently, error-free and much faster than any other system because AI never has a bad day.

OptifAI makes coordinators’ lives simpler and more productive, resulting in improved business performance, growth & increased profitability. OptifAI

supports industry and organisational compliance, ensuring their services are provided with the highest levels of quality, safely and effectively, as well as evidencing a well-managed business with great leadership.

OptifAI is a game-changer encouraging rapid growth. It is inexpensive to implement and saves organisations time and money, meaning the service provider can do more with fewer resources.

T +44 (0)800 080 3313 info@ndgai.com www.ndgai.com

Aesthetics Awards Finalist 2020-2021

BestBrothers Ltd is a family run business committed to providing the best customer service on the market. The company dedicates its expertise and time to providing its clients with the best platform to market their laser system eliminating the stress and hassle of having to do it for themselves.

BestBrothers Ltd is the official Asclepion Laser Technologies distributor in the UK, and its services include clinical training, technical support, finance options, and marketing support in helping its customers find the right Asclepion Laser. Whether a business is requiring machines for hair removal, tattoo removal, vascular treatment, skin tightening, skin whitening, acne treatment, pigment removal, and many more, BestBrothers Ltd has the right equipment for all needs.

Alongside providing medical, aesthetic laser equipment, BestBrothers Ltd offer accredited level four and level five laser/IPL training courses which have been specifically designed, written and delivered by industry qualified, experienced specialists. BestBrothers Ltd offer three courses: laser hair removal, tattoo removal and skin rejuvenation. Each course has been specifically written to meet the Health Education England (HEE) guidelines and is mapped out against the Quality Credit Framework (QCF). Its programmes are externally accredited by the CPD Accreditation Group & externally moderated by the City of London Dental School.

Contact M 07557 041132

info@bestbrothers.co.uk

www.bestbrothers.co.uk

Choose wisely, choose Barnes

In this issue of Healthcare Matters, we are pleased to announce Barnes Commercial Insurance Broker as our Insurance Broking & Risk Management Advice Company of the Month.

“We bring the right insurance covers together in a comprehensive solution with honest and impartial advice and guidance,” stated Nick Long, Head of Insurance.

Based in St Neots, Cambridgeshire, Barnes Commercial Insurance Broker (Barnes) is an independent, family-owned commercial insurance broker, helping its clients to secure the right insurance for their business in a selection of specific markets.

Established in 2019 by Paul Reid and Nick Long, Barnes also has a sister company, Lifesure, that provides specialist insurance broking services in the motor home and leisure industry. “Since its inception Lifesure has built a reputation for providing a trusted and reliable service with care at its heart, which forms the core of our ethos at Barnes. We build long term authentic relationships with our clients to create a

portfolio of insurance and support this with risk management advice, which can include access to an online e-learning portal for courses in areas such as health & safety, fire safety, personal wellbeing, manual handling and effective risk assessment,” said Nick.

Barnes work across a broad range of industries such as manufacturing, accountants, veterinary practices, scientific research and biotechnology organisations, but specialises mostly in the care sector. Supporting care homes, nursing homes, domiciliary care firms, children’s homes, care related charities, and those providing care services. Nick commented, “We understand the needs of the businesses within our chosen sectors. In the care sector, we offer a wide range of insurance covers for care facilities and staff, from standard liabilities, buildings and contents, legal expenses and machinery breakdown, to refrigerated drugs, abuse cover, residents’ contents, key man cover, medical malpractice (for private work), cyber liability and more.”

Each client is guaranteed a highly professional service from a broker who has expert knowledge of the care sector. Acting as an independent broker, Barnes is not tied to any insurer or policy reassuring its clients that their businesses are protected from any potential risk. “Through open

TECHNOLOGY & SOFTWARE MATTERS

Specialists in software solutions

Pivotal Solutions is a small, software consultancy that was established in 1998. Since its inception, the company has been delivering high quality bespoke computer software solutions. The company’s main ambition is to provide mission critical software to large organisations.

Pivotal Solutions works closely with its client and their staff, to design a tailored solution. The company maintains the tools and skills to meet even the most complex or changing needs of its clients, to provide effective solutions.

The company works with its clients to deliver high quality bespoke software tools, to develop unique software based on its clients’ requirements. As such, Pivotal Solutions places the utmost importance on taking time to gain a full scope of its clients’ needs to understand the requirements of all potential users and uses of the software. One of the main focuses for the company is to foresee future requirements, to create software with the agility to be flexible enough to easily cater for changes that occur over time.

Alongside its software development, the company also ensure it provides an efficient, friendly and outstanding level of customer service. This service is an integral part of Pivotal Solutions’ operations, to ensure the user’s experience is positive and continuous, for years to come.

M 07771 993089

www.pivotal-solutions.co.uk

have. As a young and growing commercial broker, Barnes has more than 60 years’ experience in the insurance and financial sectors. Existing with a sole purpose to make its clients resilient to risk through the provision of market-leading products from its A rated insurer partners, Barnes continues to excel in providing an exceptional, trusted service.

and honest conversations, we aim to ensure that our clients have the right level of insurance at the right premium to protect their business,” said Nick.

The benefit of using a trusted broker means that by getting expert guidance doesn’t always cost you more. Barnes work with each client to assess their needs based on their business set up and exposure to risk now and future risks they may

In closing we asked Nick what the company’s plan for the future entailed, he commented, “To strengthen our client relationships by developing our insurance solutions further for the care sector. Luke Green is one of our commercial brokers who specialises in the care sector. His excellent insurer relationships help us to find comprehensive insurance cover for our clients, whatever their situation. We are hoping for new business from client referrals as we remain the natural number one choice.”

For more information, see below.

T 01480 272727 enquiries@barnesinsurancebroker.co.uk www.barnesinsurancebroker.co.uk

Nick Long

Bealies Adaptive Wear

My name is Caron Mcluckie, I am a 56-year-old mother of three children, Theo, 27, Emile, 20 and Esther, 18. We live in Stockport and for nearly 30 years I have worked as a mental health social worker. In January 2016, Emile had suffered a spinal cord stroke which had left him paralysed from the chest down.

Emile has coped with this traumatic event; his resilience is astounding. Emile has no bladder or bowel function, and we must self-catheterise to empty his bladder.

It soon became clear, once we got into our daily routine, that clothes did not fit

him properly while he sat in the wheelchair. More importantly, even the comfortable joggers that Emile likes to wear did not provide easy access to catheterise. After looking around the market I couldn’t find anything suitable, so I designed my own bespoke joggers with a unique opening to enable comfortable dressing and self catheterising. They are higher at the back to avoid sagging while sitting and

transferring to ensure everything is covered! The joggers have a slim fit leg (which is fashionable presently) and we will also have a regular fit for people with more muscle mass on their legs, to ensure a better fit for different disabilities and all shapes and sizes.

www.bealiesadaptivewear.co.uk Quote healthcare20 to get 20% discount off the joggers.

Need high quality woven labels? You name it, they got it

Cash’s (UK) is one of the UK’s leading quality weavers and is a market leader in computerised technology.

With an impressive history, Cash’s (UK) has been innovating the industry, delivering quality & service since the company’s inception in 1846. In the beginning, the company had gained a reputation as England’s leading silk ribbon manufacturer. Determined to maintain and grow upon its exceptional service throughout the years, Cash’s (UK) has maintained its traditional craft skills, and grown with the times, implementing the latest technology to enhance its production techniques and continue to provide its customers with well priced woven labels and badges.

Since 2014, Cash’s has been part of the HK based Jointak Group and while maintaining production in Coventry Cash’s has combined their expertise with Jointak and now has access to China production, innovation and a global reach.

Placing the utmost importance on quality, Cash’s (UK) products have built a solid reputation amongst brands and retailers for their outstanding quality. Development of dye-sublimation production in Coventry has enabled Cash’s to build their product range both for retail personalised customers but also for our brand customers. From branded garment trims to school essentials, from travel essentials and personalised gifts; you name it, Cash’s (UK)’s got it.

T +44 (0)24 7646 6466 www.cashsnametapes.co.uk

Renray Healthcare

Renray Healthcare has been producing high quality furniture for over 50 years and is one of the UK’s largest and leading suppliers to the healthcare sector. Whether you require a fast efficient delivery of quality furniture or a full room installation and fitting service, we have the experience and resources to handle your contract.

We have undertaken projects for the NHS and most leading independent healthcare groups, ranging from one-off units to seven hundred plus bedroom accommodation centres. Every project receives the same attention to detail and quality of service.

We manufacture and assemble our products in our own purpose-built factories in Cheshire and Europe to British Standards. Hence we are able to ensure your furniture is produced to the highest quality, working with you to plan and meet your projects time schedule and budget. Our own fleet of vehicles and staff deliver and install all of our furniture.

We understand you are purchasing furniture that is fit for purpose, stylish and will continue to perform well into the future, which is why we design and build our furniture with you in mind.

T +44 (0)1606 593456

info@renrayhealthcare.com www.renrayhealthcare.com

BUILDING & FACILITIES MANAGEMENT MATTERS

Keep viruses out of the office from just £6.08 a month

5 reasons why you should choose LaundryTec

of industry professionals with the backing of the Alliance Lavamac brand and supported by its service partner PDS Laundry based in Nuneaton. They supply a significant number of the UK’s leading health care operators with equipment, installation and after sale support.

mind. Standard specification on a Lavamac machine includes functions that automatically weigh and control the energy input into the machine and store the data in the machine’s memory. Our LS range of electric heat pump dryers require no ventilation or gas services and operates at 3kw per hour.

Chester-based LaundryTec since its foundation in early 2016 has become one of Alliance Internationals major UK distributers. Founded by Jeremy Hartigan, the team

The LaundryTec designs offer not only washing, drying and ironing equipment but a full range of handling, distribution, folding and identification systems, to create a fully functioning laundry complete with all items necessary for efficient operation. Every LaundryTec machine includes full installation options, including the removal and disposal of an existing machine. A training programme and a minimum of 24 months part & labour warranty.

The environment is at the forefront of every operator’s

5 reasons why you should choose LaundryTec:

1. Cost

2. Efficiency

3. Service

4. Design

5. Innovation

T 0151 317 3127

www.laundrytec.com

Lease the award-winning AIR from Atmos-Clear to protect your workplace from COVID-19 and other nasty viruses from just £6.08 a month.

Place this smart, virtually silent little cube in any room and it uses UV-C LED technology to safely kill ALL viruses, bacteria and mould to an efficacy of 99.999%. You could sanitise your workplace, and everything in it, in as little as 30 minutes. Plus, there's no need to leave the room – AIR keeps on eliminating nasty microbes for as long as it's switched on, so your team can work together in total confidence.

AIR will help you look after your budget too. There's no large capital outlay, just manageable rental fees and flexible terms across 12, 24, 36, 48 and 60 months – whatever works for you.

Then, at the end of your rental period, you'll have the option to purchase your AIR unit for just £1. Get working life back to normal by keeping clear of viruses for as little as £6.08 per unit per month.

The device is independently laboratory tested and ASTM E3135-18 certified for domicile use. This is industry-standard certification confirming that AIR products kill all microorganisms to a 99.999% efficacy.

Email: sales@atmos-clear.com or visit:  www.leasehire.airbyatmosclear.com

Kingsway’s SENTRY door system

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ingsway Group showcased its complete door systems for mental health at the Design in Mental Health event; the 2021 event was the 8th year of the event and was an excellent opportunity to collaborate with customers old and new.

The event was used to officially launch the SENTRY door system; the patent-pending door provides full door-edge ligature detection that alerts staff when patients are at risk of self-harm, providing the highest level of ligature detection for safer patient environments. The SENTRY door system complements the other door systems from Kingsway Group which are: SWING, SWITCH, SOLO, STABLE, SHOWER, STOW and SECLUSION. Other new products on display were the ‘Safer En-Suite’ dispensers, grab bars and shower seating – all designed with patient safety in mind while maintaining a non-institutional appearance.

As one of the UK’s leading suppliers of door systems to mental health, Kingsway Group offers a complete range to provide a solution for every area to improve safety and reduce risk – check out our website at: www.kingswaygroup.co.uk

Contact: Mark Tilbrook, Project Consultant

T 01322 610470 sales@kingswaygroup.co.uk www.kingswaygroup.co.uk

LapCabby: Helping save time and keep data safe

The challenge

With the integration of GDPR throughout the UK, the need for safer, encrypted data within the hospital is imperative for The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, Birmingham (ROH).

Matthew Maycock, IT Project and Infrastructure Manager, sought a secure, wall-mounted charging cabinet. In a busy environment with multiple users and devices, compartments needed to be locked but allowed clinicians access to their devices quickly and

easily. Microsoft has recently partnered with the NHS to integrate fraud protection in all new Surface Pro units.

The solution

The LapCabby Lyte Wall unit, designed for Microsoft Surface Pro, was the most suitable product to meet these requirements. Through a consultative and collaborative approach, LapCabby worked closely with ROH to develop a solution with a specification that was

tailored to them.

Concerns surrounding data protection and encryption are now a thing of the past for ROH. The Lyte Wall SP ensures that devices are secure, fully charged, ventilated and ready to go. There are now 10 Lyte Wall units safely mounted on walls throughout ROH. These can be found behind nurse’s stations, in ICU and within private wards.

Contact: Marvin Douglas, UK Sales Manager M +44 (0)7890 478409 marvin.douglas@lapcabby.com www.lapcabby.com

Contract Soft Furnishings Specialists

WL Interiors is a contract curtain, blind and soft furnishings manufacturers and installers, based in Yorkshire.

Providing services on a national scale, WL Interiors maintains an impressive 20 years of experience in supplying high quality soft furnishings to the hospitality, healthcare and construction industries. A chosen supplier by many industry leading companies, WL Interiors eliminates the stress of procuring contract curtains, blinds and all soft furnishings for its clients. Providing a full comprehensive service, WL Interiors handles all aspects of a client’s project including initial consultation, measurements, installation & after care.

Designed in-house, the company puts a strong importance on providing high quality soft furnishings and services to maintain the quality of products with after care services that include replacement items, care instructions and other assistive services to ensure longevity, satisfaction and quality.

Able to work both from scratch and off existing design schemes, WL Interiors ensures its clients soft furnishing designs are completed to their specifications. Used by many different industries, WL Interiors services can be spotted in hotels, care homes & public spaces through the whole of the UK.

T 01924 566100 enquiries@wl-interiors.com www.wl-interiors.co.uk

Balco Global: Soft range products

Balco Global Ltd launched at the DIMH 2021 showcasing the soft range products for challenging environments. With a simple mission in mind, ‘aiding recovery through safer spaces’, everything designed and manufactured by Balco is not just tested to the highest standards, but designed to be conventional contributing to more healing and homely environments.

The two most popular products showcased at the DIMH 2021 were the Crib 7 Softdoor and Crib 5 Softbox. Already supplied into the top 3 healthcare providers in the UK, the popular Softdoor is the safest ensuite door solution on the market. We know that no solution is fail safe in these environments, that’s why we have worked closely with NHS trusts to reduce known risks as much as possible. Some key features of the Softdoor & Softbox include:

: Tested and certified to the highest fire ratings possible

: Minimal weapons & ligature risk

: Safe & conventional

: Bespoke designs to fit into any interior scheme

: Hygienic & easy to clean with stitching concealed within welded seams

: Low maintenance

Get in touch to book the mobile showroom to come to you to see the Soft range of products as well as new concept products, or request your free trial samples.

T +44 (0)3300 564554 sales@balco-global.com

Value-based recyclable designed to save NHS

In this issue of Healthcare Matters, we are delighted to announce that we have chosen to present our Industry Excellence Award to Biomed96 for its continued research and contribution towards the healthcare industry. “Biomed96 offers a fully comprehensive range of patient monitoring solutions that have been specifically designed to solve various challenges such as infection prevention within the healthcare industry. Supporting the delivery of fast response clinical care, our mission is to provide all of our clients with a secure, efficient, and consistently high-quality service,” stated Yasir.

Biomed96 was founded by Yasir Burney who possesses crucial expertise and experience within the healthcare industry. “I am a highly qualified Biomedical Engineer with a BSC in Biomedical Engineering, MSc in Electronics Engineering and MSc in Cyber Security. I am currently furthering my education by studying fulltime for a PhD in Cyber Security. I have over 18 years’ experience in the biomedical engineering field in the UK and abroad,” stated Yasir.

be looking to further contribute towards the healthcare industry, as it finds itself located in and among a thriving business community.

Over the past few years there has been a slow shift towards disposable medical supplies and single-use medical devices. Since the emergence of COVID-19, these products have become essential in beating the virus. COVID-19 and other healthcare associated infections can be very costly to hospitals and clinics, and some re-usable medical devices carry a huge risk of potential cross-contamination. One main negative with disposable medical devices and accessories is the ever-growing concern about

increase of expenditure on the NHS, in response, Biomed96 has enforced its promise to help the NHS save money during COVID-19 and beyond by offering the lowest production costs on the market, including free delivery. Furthermore, same-day delivery to the Black Country region is available and this delivery service will expand to further regions soon. With an aim to save NHS infection-related costs, we have an extensive product portfolio that includes a range of tailored products to enhance and provide a mix of critical care patient monitoring support devices. Through our extensive line of high-quality ECGs, leads, temperature probes, and blood pressure cuffs, exposure to infectious agents and associated cost savings can be significantly minimised,” said Yasir.

are currently having problems with delivery. A combination of Brexit, COVID-19 and the Ukrainian war has meant this is the case for the whole sector. The prices of hiring a container are rising, and as a result it will be difficult for us to keep the prices at a low cost. Prices are set to increase across the industry, but we pride ourselves in providing products that save hospitals up to 50% off that of the OEM. We are experts at the end of the day and our main goal is to keep costs low while still maintaining our highquality service to our customers. We are currently exploring new ways of sourcing products that won’t have a huge effect on trade or business. Air shipment is cheaper than sea shipment, so this is an area we are looking into. We have inevitably had to take a reduced profit of just 10% but we hope this is just temporary until the economy can get back on its feet,” explained Yasir.

The Wolverhampton-based company has recently acquired a new office inside the Technology Centre at The University of Wolverhampton Science Park. The Science Park has three centres for Creative Industries, Science, and Technology, and is well-known for being the home of around 100 businesses working across a broad range of technological and creative disciplines including environmental management, training and education, healthcare and business support services. Upon moving, Biomed96 will

the effects which they have on the environment. Improper disposal can result in billions of pounds of biomedical waste every single year. Where Biomed96 differ is that its products are 100% recyclable. “Our products echo our ‘go green’ policy. We have made a conscious shift over the past 12 months to ensure that our products not only make a difference to a patient’s health and quality of life, but to also contribute towards our journey of a net zero future. Reducing our carbon footprint is not only important for our business but also for the planet and the economy. The disposal of products provided to and used within the healthcare industry play a significant role in reducing overall greenhouse gas emissions, and we believe our products are essential in making that change happen,” said Yasir.

Biomed96 has also been quick to respond to the incremental effects and pressures COVID-19 has had on the healthcare industry, specifically the NHS. “With witnessing first-hand the

Launching a business in the midst of a global pandemic was a risk that has most certainly paid off for Biomed96 founder Yasir. Biomed96 is only a young company but has made an immediate impact on the industry by challenging the biggest issues in the healthcare sector. Still in the initial stages of business, Biomed96 has already registered with ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office) and become an acclaimed member of FSB (Federation of Small Business.)

“Even though business has been good, we

Biomed96 pride itself in providing valuebased professional services to the healthcare industry without any compromise to product quality. Biomed96 manufacture its own range of cutting-edge healthcare equipment including oxygen concentrators and patient monitoring consumables, as well as being an authorised dealer of medical equipment including hand-held SonoStar Ultrasound Probes, hand-held vital signs monitors, face masks, and 1ml painless

medical devices infection-related costs

directly and we supply all the technical support so there is no middle man. Biomed96 are authorised dealers and therefore have all the necessary spare parts for a more efficient process,” stated Yasir.

vaccine syringes. “Our disposable range of patient monitoring accessories is in high demand in the market due to their high quality and affordable price,” stated Yasir.

Biomed96 also manufacture its own range of 5L Oxygen Concentrators model FY-I-5A-01 and plan to manufacture a 10L Oxygen Concentrator in the future. Specifically designed for oxygen therapy treatment for asthma, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, the flu and most recently, COVID-19 patients. Using the installed three-level oxygen filter, the FY-I-5A-01 is proven to improve oxygen supply to the brain and improve overall physical health by relieving fatigue while enhancing attention, memory and cognitive capabilities. Further functions of the FYI-5A-01 include enhancing the metabolic process, contribution towards wound healing, delay of the ageing process, and increased durability during exercise. Some product features include a 24 hour continuous LED real-time display, intelligent alarm with noise reduction, the production of high purity oxygen and a built-in imported molecular sieve from Switzerland, a nebuliser function, and an accumulative time calculation with a working life of more than 15,000 hours.

is where we believe technology can potentially advance advice accessibility. One specific handheld medical device is the SonoStar Ultrasound Probe. SonoStar Technologies Co. Ltd. is a professional medical equipment manufacturing company committed to transforming the latest and most cutting-edge science and technology into practical and popular medical equipment. Its technology is world leading and Biomed96 is proud to be an authorised UK dealer of SonoStar Ultrasound Probes,” stated Yasir.

various independent governing bodies to ensure the highest level of certification can be awarded. Biomed96 has already accomplished so much throughout its 12 month establishment. As such a young company with many future goals, Biomed96 is rapidly gaining a respectable name for itself within the medical industry. Yasir’s personal experience and level of expertise has helped the NHS save many lives by producing and delivering comprehensive medical devices that have been, and continue to be, groundbreaking introductions into the medical industry.

Proving most popular throughout COVID-19 and beyond was Biomed96’s single disposable set products that can be used on patients from time of admission to discharge. “We have the largest range of patient monitoring consumables in the UK that are designed to save time and costs for hospitals. We have the capabilities to customise orders according to customer requirements such as adjusting the length of the cable or by printing their asset numbers onto the product. As we are the manufacturer, we can specifically alter the specifications of each product such as printing department names onto products. All of our products are ISO13485 certified which is the standard for medical equipment, and we pride ourselves on the fact that we are the only company in the healthcare market that provides free delivery to the NHS,” said Yasir.

But it’s not just the healthcare sector to which Biomed96 market within. Marked as a relatively new industry, Biomed96 has just entered the veterinary services industry with an innovative new product. Designed only for animals, Biomed96 is due to launch a range of Veterinary Ultrasound Machines to which it will begin marketing soon. “We are really excited about this range as we believe there is a large gap in the market. One of the benefits of our products and service is that we deal with the manufacturer

Biomed96 also has a large presence in the market with its own manufactured handheld medical diagnostic devices. “The abundant advance in adaptable handheld technologies has heralded the befalling to accommodate physicians with admission to information, resources, and bodies at the appropriate time and place. Mobility of our handheld diagnostic medical equipment is an axial affection of bloom affliction delivery. Clinical work, conducted in assorted locations, requires physicians to acquaint and interact with altered individuals and to move amid patients, wards, clinics, laboratories, operating theatres, and offices. Physicians crave advice systems that accommodate admission to data, resources, and areas where they can undertake work. This

There is a bright and busy future ahead for Biomed96 as it looks to bring in some state-ofthe-art cyber security medical equipment into the range to ensure safety to businesses from external and internal cyber threats. Another product due to launch in May-July 2022, is a new innovative C-arm portable x-ray machine. It will provide a 4K quality image to radiologists across the UK and will be available at the lowest price on the market.

Biomed96 is also extremely keen to gift opportunities to young, hopeful students, therefore, as part of the ‘Kick Start’ scheme, a government funded scheme that provides funding to employers to create temporary jobs for 16 to 24 year olds, Biomed96 currently runs a training programme aided towards young people in the biomedical engineering field. Soon to come to market by the end of the year is the development of a level three biomedical technician training course for servicing and repairing major medical equipment that will be based at Biomed96’s training centre. Participants will be given certificates upon completion of the course to which Yasir is currently in talks with

In closing, we asked Yasir how he felt receiving our Industry Excellence Award, he responded, “I feel honoured, it is a great achievement in such a short period of time, and it shows the appreciation of what Biomed96 is doing in saving NHS infection related costs. As our products are 100% recyclable and environmentally friendly, we are thrilled to be contributing towards a net zero future and want to pave the way for many more companies within the healthcare industry to follow suit.”

M 07521 498197

info@biomed96.co.uk

www.biomed96.co.uk

Reunited after two long years

After taking the decision to postpone The Pharmacy Show 2020 due to the pandemic, The Pharmacy Show 2021, held at Birmingham’s NEC from 17-18 October, saw the first major get-together for the profession in two years (and the only one taking place this year). The organisers were thrilled to have reunited so many members of the industry – offering inspiring new content, training courses and helpful resources for improving patient care.

Reflecting on the importance of in-person interaction, Garry Tyson, Event Director for The Pharmacy Show. shares the positive feedback received from numerous attendees, “After 2 years we are finally back – and it has been absolutely amazing. Seeing the smiles and faces of visitors and exhibitors has made this day truly special. It has been a journey to get here and the power of face-toface is so important for our clients. The feedback I have received has been astonishing.”

240+ industry-leading exhibitors

Finally able to resume networking with customers, building new relationships and showcasing their new products and services – exhibitors experienced two successful days of business and networking, with products covering a broad range of categories – from OTC and automatic dispensing to skincare, pharmacy software, education and training.

Automation for all community pharmacies

Entrusting the dispensing process to automation brings many benefits from patient safety, inventory management to improved operational efficiencies so that the healthcare team can be free to drive growth of the pharmacy by providing more patient care and services.

The SINTESI dispensing robots sets itself apart as it’s one of the slimmest, compact solutions with a patented multi-mix picking arm capable off picking and dispensing up to 15 different items allowing a complete prescription to be picked and dispensed in one journey.

160+ inspiring speaker sessions

At this year’s show, visitors were able to choose from 125 sessions of high-quality content to earn CPD points and take-home practical, relevant insights to grow their practices, enhance patient care, and so much more.

The Pharmacy Show will be returning to the NEC, Birmingham, from 16-17 October 2022. This is our pick of the best exhibitors from last year’s event. Further details can be found on this page and the next four. Contact www.thepharmacyshow.co.uk

Aero Healthcare ‘MAKE IT BETTER’ with more support for the community pharmacy sector

Aero Healthcare has once again increased its support for local and community pharmacies as its sector exclusive first aid and wound care range continues to drive positive sales, OTC growth and repeat customer business.

Reinforcing Aero Healthcare’s dedication to drive and re-energise the First Aid and Healthcare pharmacy sector, Reuben Gilmore, Sales Director at Aero Healthcare, said, “Every local pharmacy can now access the benefits from our innovative community support products and initiatives. Our partnership with AAH, along with Enterprise Wholesale, and newly appointed Hampdens, ensures a comprehensive and reliable supply across the country, to all of the UK’s dispensing points.”

And, already an integral component for pharmacy chains such as Whitworth, MB Health and McKeevers, enhanced retail fixtures, eye-catching packaging and tailored planograms enable easy

Fleming Medical

merchandising and the optimisation of limited shelf space.

Competitive lower unit consumer price-points and consistent, guaranteed profit of return (POR) for pharmacies spans the premium range. Product categories range from Aero’s plasters that use trademarked premium adhesive, so that they ‘really do stick,’ along with burns care dressings, bandages, wound pads and cold packs, making customer choice and across range purchasing easy.

For more information on Aero Healthcare’s  first aid and wound care pharmacy range,  visit: https://hubs.la/H0Z2vD20 or email:  sales@aerohealthcare or call 01403 790704.

Avonnex is your partner with an experienced team who understand the challenges faced by pharmacists and can provide automation solutions to enhance the pharmacy workflow. Products include Dispensing Robots, Automated Stock/Pick to light cabinets, Virtual Digital Shelves.

Avonnex were at the Pharmacy Show 2021 at the NEC Birmingham, receiving an exceptional response as it showcased its automation solutions.

: eOnBox – a stock/pick to light automation solution

: MediShelf – a virtual shelf providing pharmacists the ability to manage an unlimited number of products on countless virtual shelves which would otherwise be impossible on the shop floor.

T 01858 682405

info@avonnex.com

www.avonnex.com

Vitcheck: Multi-award winning technology dispensing personalised nutrition

Vitcheck has been specially developed for pharmacy to allow targeted personalised nutrition recommendations to be integrated into dispensing practice. This easy to use web-based platform designed by a pharmacist with nutritional medicine expertise enables any personalised nutrition recommendations needed by the patient to be in less time than it takes to dispense a prescription item.

It works by identifying the single and incremental detrimental effects different medications, as well those created by elements of life-stage, lifestyle and diet might have on micronutrient status. The database of every UK generic and branded medicine identifies over 4,000 incidences where medications alone impact upon this important element of good health.

It allows recommendations to be made to patients using a simple to understand traffic light system that suggests which micronutrient deficits can be corrected by diet-and how-and which require supplementation. All recommendations are evidence based with hyperlinks to the actual references used as their basis.

Care has been our focus for over 30 years. We design, produce, and deliver these pharmacy exclusive products under our Medicare, Lifesense and Physiologix brands.

The pharmacy package includes a tablet device, staff training, and a limited range of competitively priced supplements to meet any recommendations. Outlets in UK, Ireland and Australia are currently signed up to use Vitcheck, designated as the number one personalised nutrition tool.

T 01335 350935 info@vitmedics.com www.vitmedics.com

Fleming Medical is a family-owned provider of high-quality healthcare devices and consumables. Fleming Medical is a trusted partner to pharmacy, community health and healthcare professionals operating successfully in more than 30 countries worldwide.

Delivering market leading pharmacy brands in Home Diagnostics, First Aid, Sport Therapy and Advanced Wound

Fleming Medical is committed to empowering patients and physicians through innovative medical technologies and diagnostic information that provide better patient outcomes for acute and chronic conditions.

Contact www.flemingmedical.co.uk

Neuven Solutions – Venloc®

Neuven Solutions Ltd is a supplier of neutral vendor services, operating in the temporary staffing market. We combine the use of technology with high levels of customer service to reduce the cost of procuring labour, while improving the quality of supply.

Venloc®, our Locum and Bank Management system and App, works for all types of direct temporary labour, across many different markets and is currently live with a number of pharmacy groups UK wide.

It enables you to manage your Pharmacy workforce, including Pharmacists, Dispensers and Technicians, via one central desktop and App-based platform.

Venloc® has been created to offer a registration to invoice management tool for the direct engagement market, and can reduce your annual spend on direct and agency Locums by up to 10%. From registration through to Locum BACS payment, we can ensure efficiency and compliance, from right-to-work, DBS and PQS to GPhC registration.

Venloc® ensures that Locums are registered and approved against company requirements. Once in the pool of approved Locums, shifts are offered, requested, and allocated through Venloc®, via the App, or on-line without the need for telephone calls, with each worker matched to stores by distance and qualifications.

Contact www.neuven.co.uk/client-solutions/ direct-engagement/ www.neuven.co.uk/case-studies/ pharmacy/ www.linkedin.com/company/venloc/

PHARMACY SHOW REVIEW – TOP EXHIBITORS

Very latest British brand in expert medical refrigeration

CoolMed’s expertise and experience dates back to the early 2000s, when we started to supply high quality medical refrigeration into the UK pharmaceutical market.

We pride ourselves on delivery and quality, together with value for money, achieved because we provide a fast, efficient service with expert professionals ready to assist your every need.

Our vast range of high-quality products are suitable for use in a wide variety of industries that store temperaturecritical medicines, vaccines, and samples. Thanks to the array of sizes manufactured and supplied by CoolMed, each of the following industries can find a temperature controlled medical fridge unit for them: Pharmacies, Hospitals, Doctors’ surgeries, Veterinary services,

Laboratories, and those medical professionals on the move.

Striving to become the first Carbon Neutral medical

refrigerator manufacturer, CoolMed are now partnered with the amazing charity Cool Earth and global movement organisation, Earthly in order to reduce our carbon footprint and hit our net-zero target by 2030. Working exclusively to restore, protect and manage all our crucial natural ecosystems, CoolMed will be involved in various projects moving forward to ensure a positive green impact on the environment, while still maintaining the highest standard quality of products and services to our customers.

Contact www.coolmed.co.uk www.twitter.com/CoolMed_Ltd www.linkedin.com/company/coolmedltd/ www.instagram.com/coolmed_ltd/

& Plantur 39:

Hair care with special caffeineformulations

Caffeine is well known for its stimulating effects and numerous studies of the Dr. Wolff Group from Germany have gone deeper into the effects of this plant-derived phytochemical supporting the natural hair and skin status. Caffeine has undergone important validation steps – from proof of principle in the in vitro setting to controlled clinical studies in vivo. Besides the caffeine-effect on hair follicles it has further been investigated how caffeine can reach the relevant compartments of the skin and hair out of a shampoo formulation.

In vivo studies in males and females further examined the beneficial effects of caffeine-containing topical formulations.

During the Pharmacy Show 2022 in Birmingham Dr. Wolff Group presented both caffeine-based shampoo brands Alpecin & Plantur 39. The respective ranges offer a broad range of products with specially dedicated formulations to meet the needs of both male and female hair.

For more information go to:

Can plant‐derived phytochemicals provide symptom relief for hair loss? A critical review – Daniels – 2019 – International Journal of Cosmetic Science – Wiley Online Library can be found at: https://onlinelibrary. wiley.com/doi/10.1111/ics.12554

Caffeine and Its Pharmacological Benefits in the Management of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review –FullText – Skin Pharmacology and Physiology 2020, Vol. 33, No. 3 – Karger Publishers can be found at: www.karger.com/Article/Fulltext/508228

PCDS promoting confident Dermatology since 1994

The Primary Care Dermatology Society (PCDS) is the leading UK Society for all members of the primary healthcare team with an enthusiasm for dermatology, dermoscopy and skin surgery. With over 25 years of experience and one of the World’s best online resources, the Society is the key proponent of primary care dermatology. With thousands of members, the PCDS delivers high quality educational events and provides a primary and intermediate care voice in all aspects of dermatology, working with stakeholders to improve patient care.

The website is a free resource that can assist with the diagnosis and treatment of a large range of skin conditions such as eczema, acne and psoriasis, as well as skin cancer and hair and nail disorders. All our conferences can be viewed and booked online from Essential Dermatology through to Advanced Dermoscopy and Skin Surgery; there is a course to suit all levels for those who are looking to begin or improve their dermatology knowledge and skills.

www.pcds.org.uk

Freedom to grow your pharmacy business

Realise your ambitions with up to 4X your monthly NHS income in additional funding

There has never been a more exciting time to build a pharmacy business. As more people seek wider healthcare services locally, community pharmacies are ideally placed to meet their needs.

Growth opportunities range from additional clinical services, providing a superior customer experience to stand out, to acquiring additional pharmacies. Whether you’ve acquired your first pharmacy or have a group, growing and modernising requires substantial investment.

We can provide up to 4X your monthly NHS income in additional funding.

Funding to invest in your future

Create the business that you envision:

: A modern customer experience by refitting your premises

: Build a clinical environment to deliver new services

: Invest in new technologies to improve services and increase efficiencies

: Expand through acquisition

Finance for pharmacies

Traditional lenders simply don’t understand pharmacies, so we built specific funding:

: Enough to make a real impact

: Freedom to make the investment decisions you choose

: Financing that grows with you

: Support from people who live and breathe your world

Talk to an expert today, contact +44 (0)20 7313 8088 or email: healthcare@tradebridge.com or visit: www.tradebridge.com/healthcare

Eye Drops made Ezi, with EziDrops!

EziDrops is a ‘Universal’ eye drop applicator that helps you put eye drops in your eyes, first time, every time! The clever part is that you don't even see the drop coming, ie. No Blink Reflex. EziDrops can also be used to help other family members who might need help with eye drops, like elderly parents or children. EziDrops is also resuable.

EziDrops works with any eye drop bottle, with a Nozzle. Now sold nationwide by Boots & RNIB and distributed by Alliance Healthcare.

Visit our website to find out about the launch of our next, exciting new product launch, EziDrops for EARS! The simplest Applicator in the world to help you administer EAR Drops.

www.ezidrops.com for Trade Enquiries

www.boots.co.uk for online purchases

www.amazon.co.uk for online purchases

Are

you looking for a digital training solution for your pharmacy?

NIRAH is a state-ofthe-art learning management system built specifically for pharmacy owners and staff. We host product education, CPD and GPhC accredited courses in one place allowing you to effectively train your pharmacy team in a cost-effective manner.

Do you want to create courses specific for your store? In addition to our library of hosted courses, NIRAH gives YOU the power to create courses that only your staff can see. It has never been so easy to communicate and track learning of store processes.

Would you like to monitor your staff’s training? No problem, our learning management system digitally logs all training activity to keep you in line with any regulatory training requirements – no more paper work!

We understand pharmacy and we have a passion for training. Our mission at NIRAH is to support community pharmacy to develop skills that will enable sustainable and safe business practice in a time efficient manner.

Schedule a call with us today! info@nirah.com www.nirah.com

AirPhysio from Powermed

Launched at Pharmacy

Show (NEC) 2021 and now expanding across the UK retail pharmacy market, AirPhysio is a portable hand-held 100% drug free device for those who suffer from daily respiratory related conditions including Asthma and COPD.

Already successfully selling globally, AirPhysio has thousands of verified 5 Star reviews from customers with respiratory related issues who have seen genuine results, with regular use.

As part of the global rollout, a UK wide TV & Print marketing campaign has been implemented for 2022, which will include signposting customers to their local pharmacy stockist.

Pharmed UK

In addition, various POS marketing aids are also available, including leaflets, posters and digital media (for instore TV screens and pharmacy websites).

For those numerous prescription customers, 'Recommend Airphysio' stickers are available to help pharmacies highlight those patients that could benefit from using Airphysio; leading to better health outcomes as well as unlocking more revenue potential.

To request more details on Airphysio and find out how to stock Airphysio, please contact Powermed UK at: info@powermeduk.co.uk or call 01295 722810.

The ClearZal® Difference

ClearZal® products are extensively used by Podiatrists and Foot Health Professionals globally to keep nails, feet and legs looking and feeling healthy.* You’ll see the difference as ClearZal® penetrates deeply to help restore and nourish your nails and feet. 100% of patients have experienced an improvement in their nails.* ClearZal® BAC Nail Solution is a clinically proven formula that’s been sold for over 20 years.* It kills 99.9% of the fungus and bacteria that may cause nail and foot infections, making it more effective than an anti-fungal product alone, as 50% of nail infections are caused by bacteria.* Tough on nails but kind on skin, ClearZal® BAC also contains aloe vera, helping to soften and condition the skin and nail.

Improve the appearance of your nails and feet damaged by fungus, bacteria, infections, or cracked heels with ClearZal®. View the range at: www.directhealthandbeauty.com. Free from alcohol, acid, parabens, and fragrance.

T 0800 331 7064

orders@pharmed-uk.com

www.directhealthandbeauty.com

www.facebook.com/loveyourfeetbyclearzal

*References: Active ingredient: Benzalkonium Chloride (BAC). Clinical Results & Case Studies on file. Proven efficacy published in the Journal of Podiatric Medical Association. Efficacy of a Surfactant, and Benzalkonium for Onychomycosis.

Pharmed UK exhibited at the 2021 Pharmacy Show, held at The NEC, Birmingham, on 17th and 18th October. Along with boosting brand awareness, it was a fantastic opportunity to network with new businesses that are hoping to branch out into the UK market, looking for support with their marketing, sales, warehousing and distribution.

Established in 1990, Pharmed UK (formerly Neurotechnics) are part of the Pharmed Group. We provide innovative, high-quality surgical solutions, patient monitoring equipment and over the counter (OTC) health & beauty pharmacy products throughout the UK and Europe. Our variety of tailored services cover everything from pick & pack distribution to e-commerce support, strategic brand management and contract sales. From start-ups to established brands, we work alongside manufacturers and brand owners as a trusted partner, adopting your brand as our own. We offer best-in-class commercial solutions and pride ourselves upon delivering a comprehensive, holistic service. With established global networks, Pharmed Group are proud to be able to represent

manufacturers within the medical, surgical, and pharmaceutical fields worldwide.

Based in our purpose-built headquarters in Banbury, Oxfordshire, Pharmed UK is ideally located for all major arterial routes around the country. Offering modern offices, extensive fully serviced warehousing, and in-house training facilities.

T +44 (0)1295 753540 info@pharmed-uk.com www.pharmed-uk.com

LinkedIn: Pharmed UK - Health, Beauty and Personal Care www.twitter.com/PharmedUKRetail

Linkwave Technologies showcases the new 5G XR Series in-vehicle routers

Linkwave Technologies has been attending the Emergency Services show since 2019, demonstrating the latest in-vehicle data router communications and antenna solutions. In 2021 the focus was on 5G products from Sierra Wireless, with their new line of super-fast in-vehicle routers. Linkwave has supported bluelight organisations with a range of products from the 4GLTE MG90 Series router, the MP70 and now the latest and one of the fastest routers on the market, the XR80 and XR90.

Chris Ryan, Sales Manager for Linkwave, said, “5G is our focus in 2022 as it delivers connectivity on par with today’s wired broadband services, giving your business the flexibility to expand high-speed communications into places you never considered, whether it is video or data, to gain real-time control and visibility.”

The XR Series offer ultra-fast speeds and data rates, lower latency and higher capacity – all of which are critical aspects to the emergency services and like its predecessor, the MG90, the XR Series will soon be fully ESN certified, making

Formula CannabiGold

NEW Formula CannabiGold food supplements have everything today’s wellness seekers want... they’re authentic, honest, natural.

Containing combinations of carefully selected, highly concentrated vitamins and herbal extracts from natural sources, they’re perfect for those seeking conscious supplementation.

Dissolved in valuable hempseed oil, rich in Omega-3, they’ll help you meet the demands of everyday life while taking care of your health and well-being.

Made to the ‘clean label’ standard - the simplest composition, with a maximum of 6 ingredients, no synthetic preservatives, or unnecessary fillers.

it a great choice for blue-light organisations. Call: Chris Ryan, UK & Ireland Sales Manager T 01522 884750 chris.ryan@linkwave.co.uk

Formula CannabiGold can be taken orally or added to food such as salads, smoothies, cereal or sandwiches. It’s a real lifestyle product which can be accommodated into your daily routine.

Choose from 6 vitamins lines and 4 herbal products, all in ‘no-pill’, liquid format. There’s no top to unscrew - ideal for those with arthritic or painful hands.

: Bliss – for peaceful sleep (v)

: Harmony – for peace of mind (v)

: Flow – for good mood (v)

: Shield – for immunity support (v)

: Vitamin D3 from lanolin

: Vitamin D3 from algae; (v)

: Vitamin E from sunflower (v)

: Vitamin K2 (MK-7) from natto (v)

Organyc from Pravera

Many women who experience irritation during menstruation think it’s a normal symptom. However, there are many factors that can cause irritation during the time of the month.

Sensitive skin issues can be caused by underwear made from manmade fabrics, such as nylon and polyester, which doesn’t allow air to pass through to the intimate area. This creates an over-humid microclimate on the skin which can encourage growth of bacteria causing itching, this can lead to redness, burning and swelling.

Another factor is 84% of women reported a lifetime history of pubic hair grooming. Pubic hair acts as a natural barrier to the skin, allowing the intimate area to breathe.

Lastly, conventional pads usually contain super absorbent polymers, which are used to absorb period blood. They are good for holding period blood; however, they can cause vulva-vaginal skin dryness. Conventional pads are commonly made from synthetic materials such as polypropylene, viscose, cellulose, and rayon. These materials are

: Vitamin D3+K2 from lanolin and natto

: Vitamin ADEK from sunflower, lanolin and natto

RRPs from £10 to £18.

Contact enquiries@cannabigold.co.uk www.cannabigold.co.uk

predominately plastic or wood, which also doesn’t allow air to flow through.

Organyc found a solution to the problem. They replaced all synthetic materials with 100% certified organic cotton. This excellent highquality material is soft on the skin, comfortable to wear, hypoallergenic, breathable, and absorbent by nature.

T +44 (0)1557 870203

trade@pravera.co.uk

www.organyc.uk

Become a stockist: https://bit.ly/3H0iKc5

www.instagram.com/organycuk/

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PHARMACY SHOW REVIEW – TOP EXHIBITORS

BiaBelle Beauty

The CBD market is growing in the UK

The CBD market is one of the fastestgrowing industries in the world.

According to the Association for the Cannabinoid Industry (ACI), the UK has ‘improbably’ become the world’s secondlargest consumer cannabinoids market after the US, spending more on cannabis extracts domestically than vitamin B and C combined.

There are many legal cannabis products on the UK market for internal and topical

uses, but one of the leading uses of CBD is for pain relief.

A study of CBD products was performed by surveying patients from seven pain clinics in Southern California (2018, 2019) and their experiences with CBD were predominantly positive. Participants reported a reduction in overall pain and being more comfortable receiving CBD through prescription or purchase from their healthcare provider.

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BiaBelle Beauty is a luxury cosmetics and self tan brand, creating high quality products at an affordable price. All of our products are vegan friendly with recyclable packaging. BiaBelle was founded by Irish sisters Aoibh & Blá Murphy & their mom Susan in December 2017. Aoibh & Blá are two influencers, who have a combined following of over 215K, including BiaBelle's page (www.instagram.com/ biabellebeauty) on Instagram. This is a great platform for them to regularly promote their stockists. BiaBelle Beauty has quickly become a hot favourite with some of the world's biggest influencers thanks to our incredible reviews which can be found on our website.

Our target audience is females aged 17-35 and our product range consists of Self Tan, Colour Cosmetics and Luxury Lashes. BiaBelle is sold online at: www. biabellebeauty.com as well as in pharmacies and salons nationwide including Northern Ireland. We also had our own concession stand in House of Fraser, Dublin. BiaBelle continues to experience exceptional growth in sales. Social Media is our biggest form of marketing and we currently have multiple BiaBelle Brand Ambassadors with a combined following of 612K people as well as a very extensive PR list of influencers that we work very closely with.

www.instagram.com/biabellebeauty

www.tiktok.com/@biabellebeauty www.youtube.com/biabellebeauty  www.facebook.com/biabellebeauy www.biabellebeauty.com

Mute to help thousands this World Sleep Day

As we look to World Sleep Day promoting quality sleep, research by Nasal Dilator www. mutesnoring.com has found that two fifths of people are losing at least 2 hours of sleep every night due to loud noises according to their study of 2,000 Brits. Nine in 10 have occasions where they struggle to get to sleep due to noise and disruptions, spending an hour and 22 minutes lying awake each night.

Snoring is the biggest disrupter of sleep, with almost a quarter being kept awake by their partner’s nocturnal rumblings and one in 10 waking themselves up from their own snoring.

Steve Smith, UK Manager for www.mutesnoring. com, added, “Snoring in particular can be a big hindrance to not only our sleeping patterns, but those of our loved ones. It has even led to some relationships ending, so finding the right way to open up the airways and improve the experience for all is vital. We know that a nasal dilator helps to reduce the severity of snoring by opening nasal passages.”

Mute, the nasal dilator, has been shown to help snorers; particularly those with night-time nasal congestion or nasal obstructions. Both snorers and their partners report a better night’s sleep when Mute is used, waking more refreshed. In a user trial, 75% of partners reported snoring was less/much less when the snorer used Mute.

Mute is available from Boots, Amazon, Holland and Barrett online or direct via: www.mutesnoring.com starting at the trial pack to find the right size, RRP £12.99.

PharmaHemp is one of the largest CBD distributors in Europe. With a presence in over 65 countries and an evergrowing loyal consumer base.

They have developed a range of products in a selection of strengths that are fully traceable and third-party tested in QC assured sites to ensure quality, purity, and authenticity to guarantee all products have legal THC levels and batch-specific lab reports.