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Cision Canada
18-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
AGE-WELL invites startups and SMEs to pitch tech solutions for older adults and caregivers
TORONTO, June 18, 2025 /CNW/ - AGE-WELL has launched the 2025 AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge: Implementing Change, a national pitch competition that spotlights innovators with technology-based solutions designed to support healthy aging. One of Canada's most dynamic pitch competitions, this year's challenge spotlights Canadian startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) whose AgeTech innovations are ready for real-world implementation. Whether you're actively partnering with an organization that serves older adults and/or caregivers, or selling directly to older adults──with a strong plan for adoption, this is your chance to showcase how your solution can make a difference in the lives of older adult and/or caregivers. Selected finalists will pitch live before a panel of expert judges at the AGE-WELL 10th Annual Conference, with a chance to win at least $20,000 along with various in-kind prizes, gain access to the AGE-WELL Innovation Studio, and receive resources to help drive real-world implementation. "Implementation is where impact truly begins," said Bridgette Murphy, Acting CEO of AGE-WELL, Canada's technology and aging network. "This year's AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge is focused on advancing AgeTech innovations that are ready for real-world implementation – solutions with the potential to transform homes, communities and care settings. It's all about improving the health, quality of life, or work for older Canadians and caregivers." Applicants are asked to submit an online form and a 2-minute video pitch by August 14, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST. For applicants implementing their solution, you should be involved in a partnership that places you at Stage 2 through 4 of AGE-WELL's Implementation Journey Map. At the time of a finalist pitch, project activities must still be ongoing and/or in an active scale up phase together with your adoption partner. To apply or find out more about the 2025 AGE-WELL National Impact Challenge: Implementing Change, please visit the competition main page. For a decade, AGE-WELL has served as a catalyst for technological innovation that advances Canada's AgeTech sector and empowers older adults to live healthy, independent and engaged lives. AGE-WELL thanks the generous sponsors of this year's 2025 National Impact Challenge: Implementing Change: the Ontario Brain Institute (OBI) and SE Health. Join the conversation: #AWImpact About AGE-WELL: AGE-WELL is Canada's Technology and Aging Network. As a dynamic pan-Canadian network with global reach, AGE-WELL has mobilized a vast community of researchers, older adults, caregivers, partner organizations and future leaders to accelerate the delivery of technology-based solutions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of older Canadians and their caregivers. AGE-WELL serves as a catalyst for technological innovation that supports healthy aging while driving Canada's growing AgeTech sector. AGE-WELL's groundbreaking programs are funded by the Government of Canada through Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, Health Canada, and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. Discover how AGE-WELL is changing the future of aging at:
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Medical conference in city stresses on early diagnosis & improving quality of education
Bhopal: Medical professionals engaged in comprehensive discussions about stomach and liver vein disorders at the 2-day Vasocon 2025 in the city. According to a press release here on Sunday, the 10th annual gastroenterology conference "Vasocon 2025" successfully concluded its two-day session in Bhopal. Organised by Bhopal Institute of Gastroenterology and Gastrocare Multispecialty Hospital, the conference centred on "Vascular Events in GI and Liver - Early Detection, Better Management." Over 40 distinguished healthcare professionals, including gastroenterologists, surgeons, radiologists and endoscopists from across India participated. Programme coordinator Dr Sanjay Kumar emphasised the significance of early diagnosis and treatment of vascular diseases. Dr Pawan K. Adla from Secunderabad highlighted the complexity of vascular problems, while Dr Praveen Sharma discussed liver functions and bleeding disorders. Dr Rajesh Puri noted the conference's focus on GI bleeding and its various causes. Dr S.K. Acharya addressed common misconceptions about digestive ailments and expressed concerns about increasing fatty liver cases. Dr Ravindra Kale stressed the importance of advanced imaging in vascular surgery . Operation Sindoor 'Our job is to hit target, not to count body bags': Air Marshal Bharti on Op Sindoor Precautionary blackout imposed across parts of Rajasthan, Punjab 'Indian Navy was in position to strike Karachi': Vice Admiral on Operation Sindoor Notable sessions included a state-of-the-art lecture on PT INR by Dr SK Acharya from Bhubaneswar, with participation from Dr VK Bharadwaj, Dr Ramesh Madhav, Dr Sanjay Pant, and Dr Rita Singh Saxena from Bhopal. Dr Praveen Sharma chaired discussions on TAG/ROTEM tests, featuring Dr Rajesh Bhagchandani, Dr Amit Singh, Dr Shilpa Tiwari and Dr Manal Ashraf Ali from Bhopal. The e-poster session was evaluated by Dr S.K. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Acharya, Dr C.C. Choubal, and Dr Achal organising committee highlighted the need for improving medical education quality in Madhya Pradesh despite increased medical colleges. The conference concluded by establishing the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach for treating GI vascular diseases and bleeding two-day 10th Annual Conference was organised in Bhopal on May 10 and 11 in association with Indian Society of Gastroenterology (MP Chapter) and supported by Indian Medical association Greater Bhopal Branch, Association of Physician of India (MP Chapter), Indian Society of Vascular and Interventional Radiology (MP Chapter), Bhopal Haematology Society, Bhopal Surgeons Club, under the aegis of Gastrocare organizers said prominent speakers from Gastroenterology, GI surgeons, Hematologists, Interventional Radiologists and Endoscopists from across the country were invited. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Zawya
27-01-2025
- Business
- Zawya
The 10th Annual Conference of the Businesswomen of Egypt 21 Association launch next February
Cairo: The League of Arab States will host the 10th Annual Conference of the Businesswomen of Egypt 21 Association, under the theme ' Megatrends Shaping Women Economic Potential ' The conference will take place from February 13 to 17, 2025, in the cities of Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan, with broad participation from local and international representatives to discuss pressing issues related to enhancing women's role in the global economy. Each year, the conference is supported and sponsored by the Egyptian Prime Minister's Office, along with several Egyptian ministries and government institutions, including the Ministry of Trade and Industry, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities—represented by the Egyptian Tourism Promotion Authority and the Supreme Council of Antiquities—the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development, the Ministry of International Cooperation, the Ministry of Social Solidarity, the Ministry of Environment, the Ministry of Civil Aviation, and the League of Arab States. The event will also host a large number of foreign delegations from countries such as Saudi Arabia, Senegal, the United States, Tunisia, the Netherlands, Côte d'Ivoire, the Czech Republic, Germany, Belgium, Slovakia, Jordan, and South Korea. The Businesswomen of Egypt 21 Association will celebrate the 10th anniversary of this annual event, highlighting the achievements made in supporting and empowering women in the economic field over the past years. The event will also showcase successful projects that have benefited from the association's programs, in addition to strategic partnerships established with local and international institutions to promote entrepreneurship and innovation. The 10th edition of the conference will focus on exploring challenges faced by the private sector and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with a spotlight on the role of digital transformation and artificial intelligence in enhancing business operations. The conference will also cover the integration of environmental sustainability and social responsibility into corporate strategies, as well as financial and non-financial solutions that support import and export processes. In addition, the conference will address the latest trends in financial technology and how SMEs can benefit from these innovations. In this context, Dr. Yomna El Sheridy, President of the Businesswomen of Egypt 21 Association, emphasized that the 10th edition of the conference highlights the importance of economic sustainability and technology in improving business performance. She pointed out that the event serves as a vital platform for sharing different experiences and enhancing cooperation among various stakeholders in the fields of economy and entrepreneurship, particularly during the current global economic challenges. Dr. Yomna El Sheridy added that this edition, is characterized by a wide diversity of participating delegations. She emphasized that the association is keen to provide an outstanding program for participants, including seminars, visits, and workshops aimed at supporting and developing small and medium-sized enterprises. She also confirmed that these activities will significantly contribute the capabilities of these enterprises through modern technologies such as artificial intelligence application.
