How do we react in a world overcome by COVID-19 and the aftermath of a pandemic? This is the key question that is driving Norway Health Tech to connect the strong health innovation ecosystem present in Norway to the rest of the world.
Read about this project and get access to recording of previous events here.
Outline and background
More than a year after the onset of the COVID19 pandemic we are beginning to look forward into a new future. In a themed series of events, Norway Health Tech together with experienced experts will identify the newly arisen needs in the aftermath of the pandemic. We are focusing on long term effects the pandemic has on society and what new challenges and needs this brings for the healthcare systems around the globe. Sustainable solutions and a heightened level of preparedness are now more important than ever.
The immediacy of COVID-19, its impact on resources, its care interruptions, and the personal trauma it causes- all these aspects are seen in varying degrees of severity around the world and require ongoing alleviation. Norway Health Tech wishes to convey this, by keeping its doors open to solutions and products for the long-term consequences of the pandemic. We wish for no stone to be left unturned and urge those companies who have yet to contact us to contribute their creative solutions and join forces with us so we can make a meaningful impact in the fight against COVID-19.
International collaboration
We will identify the regional, national and international challenges that have arisen as long-term effects of an ongoing pandemic. International collaboration will both be informative and inspiring. Our goal is to find Norwegian solutions for international needs, and to arrange a cross-border matchmaking session to help companies find potential new business partners.
Events
24th November – 1st December 2021: Round Table Experience Exchanges, Company Demonstrations
In a series of themed events, we have invited experts from different regions around the globe to share insight on the long-term challenges the COVID19 pandemic has brought on.
After the expert panel has presented and discussed the challenges, companies had an opportunity to present their matching solutions. We encouraged both Norwegian and international companies to apply to get their solutions featured in these events.
The topics and dates for these themed events were:
- Preparedness for possible future pandemics.
- Long-Covid: Predicted future development of healthcare and demand for new forms of services and care solutions.
- Elderly care and the effects of isolation.
- Mental health in all age groups.
Planned for 2022: Exhibition of Solutions and Products, Seminars at Oslo Science Park
For 2022 we’re planning to welcome a delegation from Austria – a country which has played a central role in the pandemic in Europe.
The date and program for this delegation visit is in the planning, and we will soon have more information on how you can get involved.
We urge you to contribute your creative solution and join forces with us so we can make a meaningful impact in the fight against COVID-19. Solutions and products for the short-term and long-term consequences of the pandemic need visibility now. Let us work together for a better future.
Stay informed, get in touch!
Gry Helene Stavseng – Advisor Innovation Projects, project management ghs@norwayhealthtech.com
Trine Radmann – Head of International Affairs tr@norwayhealthtech.com