By Gareth Presch, Founder & CEO, World Health Innovation Summit (WHIS)
Healthcare is at a tipping point.
Across the globe, systems are buckling under the pressure of rising costs, ageing populations, and escalating chronic disease. The traditional model — one that primarily reacts to illness — is no longer fit for purpose. We urgently need a new approach: one that prioritizes prevention, wellbeing, and equity.
At WHIS, we believe healthcare must evolve from “sick care” to “well care.” Today, I’m thrilled to announce the launch of two global initiatives designed to lead that transformation:
🌱 1.** Global Social Prescribing Alliance: Unlocking Industry Opportunities**
Social prescribing is more than a trend — it’s a revolution in how we support health and wellbeing in communities. It connects people to non-medical services that improve quality of life: from arts and culture to fitness, nutrition, and nature-based solutions.
But to scale this approach globally, we must involve industry, innovators, and investors.
That’s why we’re convening key stakeholders through the Global Social Prescribing Alliance (GSPA) — to create scalable, sustainable solutions for community health and wellbeing.
💼 Focus sectors include:
- Digital Health & AI
- Nature, Arts & Culture
- Fitness, Wellness & Sport
- Finance, ESG & Investment
- Workforce & Education We’re offering free and premium showcase opportunities for those ready to lead the global shift toward prevention.
📅 Upcoming Events:
- September 12 @ 1 PM BST
- November 14 @ 1 PM BST 🔗 Learn more:[ https://whis.world/industry-partners
🎥 2.** WHIS Innovators Show: Shaping the Future of Healt**h
Innovation is the lifeblood of healthcare transformation. That’s why we’re launching the WHIS Innovators Show — a bi-monthly livestream featuring groundbreaking ideas and technologies from across the world.
This isn’t just another pitch platform — it’s a curated space to connect startups and scaleups with investors, policymakers, and healthcare leaders who are ready to act.
We’re showcasing innovations in:
- Biomedical science
- Health tech and digital tools
- AI-driven diagnostics and care models
- Patient empowerment solutions …and more. 🚀 Whether you’re a startup founder, research team, or ecosystem builder — this is your chance to be seen, supported, and scaled.
📅 Upcoming Dates:
- September 26 @ 1 PM BST
- November 28 @ 1 PM BST 🔗 Apply:[ https://whis.world/innovators-show
Why Now?
Because the stakes are high — and the opportunity is even higher.
According to the World Economic Forum, prevention-focused health systems represent a $12 trillion economic opportunity by 2030. If we act boldly, we can build systems that are more equitable, more efficient, and more human-centered.
But we can’t do it alone. That’s why we’re calling on industry leaders, innovators, community organisations, and governments to join us.
🤝 Join the Movement
To accelerate this global transition, WHIS offers membership packages for individuals, organisations, and industry partners — providing access to insights, strategic connections, and opportunities to influence health policy and practice.
We’re also offering free memberships to eligible voluntary and charitable sector organisations. Our vision is a healthcare system that leaves no one behind.
📩 Interested in partnering or sponsoring? Contact:** gareth@whis.worl**d
Let’s Create Health Systems That Work for Everyone
By embracing prevention, empowering communities, and investing in innovation, we can reshape healthcare for good.
Together, let’s build a model that delivers not just care — but true wellbeing.
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