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The techUK Health and Social Care team is organising a briefing with the Health Foundation following research exploring the public’s attitudes to virtual wards. The polling is part of a wider tracker on public and NHS staff attitudes to health and care technology that the Health Foundation is conducting.
For this session, we will be joined by:
The analysis indicates the public is overall supportive of virtual wards initiatives, with figures higher among those with greater health needs. We have seen great case studies of techUK members that are working in this space or collaborating with virtual ward suppliers. This briefing will therefore be of interest to those that would like to understand more about how virtual wards are currently perceived by the public, the broader use of digital health and care technology, and gain and insight into the Health Foundation’s work in this area.
Register here if you would like to attend this session, taking place virtually on the 2 October from 15:00 – 16:00.
Alex joined techUK in July 2021 as Programme Manager for Health and Social Care. Since July 2023 Alex has led the Programme.
Alex formerly worked at Portland Communications, joining as part of their 2019 Graduate Scheme intake. In March 2020 she joined Portland’s Health team, supporting a range of clients in the life sciences industry across both public affairs and strategic communications.
Alex has a degree in History from the University of Cambridge, focussing on Early Modern Europe and material culture. Outside of work she enjoys reading, finding new places to eat, and running.
Robert joined techUK in October 2022, where he is now Programme Manager for Health and Social Care & Justice and Emergency Services.
Robert previously worked at the Pension Protection Fund, within the policy and public affairs team. Prior to this, he worked at the Scottish Parliament, advising politicians and industry stakeholders on a wide range of issues, including rural crime and health policies.
Robert has a degree in Politics and International Relations (MA Hons) from the University of Aberdeen, with a particular focus on strategic studies and energy security. Outside of work he enjoys activities such as running, rugby, boxing and cooking!
Clara joined techUK in October 2023. She brings experience across a range of domestic and global health issues, with particular focus on digital health, HIV/AIDS and climate change and health.
Clara holds an MSc in Global Health and Development (University College London) and a BSc in Psychology (University of Birmingham).
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