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INSIGHTS
Providing procurement services in the healthcare sector is both challenging and rewarding, as we work to save lives and improve the quality of life of many, with the ultimate aim to build a healthier world.
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Within our Insights section we share informative, inspirational and educational content including blogs, news pieces and press releases. Explore each section below.
My fears are growing for Sudan and its people, says SHAMEET THAKKAR
Sudan's body count is rising fast and opposing forces seem hell-bent on starting a full-scale war, but the world must not abandon the...
Jul 26, 2023
Sudan conflict nothing short of disastrous...every second counts - SHAMEET THAKKAR
Sudan's healthcare system is not equipped to cope with conflict. The civil war playing out will be disastrous for the nation, writes...
Jul 26, 2023
The Problem with Lack of Resilience in Healthcare and the Vital Role of Procurement
“Some countries’ health systems are simply not equipped to cope with the burden of a natural disaster, a conflict, or a crisis brought on...
Jul 26, 2023
The Importance of Adhering to the Core Humanitarian Principles to Deliver Effective Humanitarian Aid
Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, and Independence – the core principles identified as necessary to effective humanitarian response....
Jul 26, 2023
World Malaria Day: spotlight on a global fight
Today, 25 April, is World Malaria Day – a day when we join together in a pledge to fight malaria and raise awareness of how it can be...
Apr 25, 2023
How Unimed Supplies Emergency Trauma Kits and Fulfils Smaller Enquiries
As a procurement agent, Unimed supplies medical products and equipment to local organisations, charities and research institutions.
Mar 6, 2023
Prestigious acceptance ceremony for Unimed's Queen’s Award
On January 19, 2023, Unimed Procurement Services hosted a prestigious ceremony in its Leicester office, where it was officially presented...
Mar 3, 2023
Surviving Humanitarian Crises: Expert Discusses How to Protect Populations Affected
There is no one single cause for humanitarian crises, and no simple way to anticipate how they will affect those experiencing them. Their...
Jan 31, 2023
How the Medical Procurement Industry was Impacted in 2022
2022 has seen many demands and push-backs for the medical procurement industry. With inflation on the rise and humanitarian disasters...
Jan 17, 2023
Happy New Year from Unimed
Happy new year from the Unimed team! We’re celebrating a new year of procurement opportunities, potential partnerships and upcoming...
Jan 10, 2023
Delivering Added Value to Charities with Cost-effective Procurement
Bringing together individuals with a desire to make a difference in the world, charities play an important role in society, creating...
Dec 31, 2022
The Role of Emergency and Diagnostic Medical Equipment in Disaster Relief
When disaster strikes, particularly in developing countries, providing medical and healthcare supplies at the right time has the...
Nov 30, 2022
‘Healthcare Shouldn’t Be About Treatment’: Can Preventive Care End Disease and Virus Outbreaks?
In a perfect world, everyone would have equal access to healthcare. The health services some consider a right are a privilege for others,...
Oct 31, 2022
John Vaughan Joins Unimed as Head of UK Sales
One of Unimed’s core strengths is our strong relationships and connections with manufacturers and suppliers across the world. With our...
Oct 19, 2022
Safeguarding Populations Worldwide: The Importance of Building Resilient Health Systems
Resilience in healthcare means having the ability to prepare, adapt and move forward in response to sudden and extreme circumstances...
Sep 30, 2022
Unimed Founder Shortlisted for the LeicestershireLive Business Awards 2022
We’re thrilled to announce that our Founder and Managing Director, Shameet Thakkar, has been shortlisted for the tremendous...
Sep 20, 2022
Celebrating Real Life Heroes: The Importance of World Humanitarian Day
World Humanitarian Day is a celebration of the work of humanitarians, and those who have lost their lives serving the humanitarian cause....
Aug 31, 2022
Unimed Partners with IHP to Improve Access to Medical Supplies in Low-income Countries
Unimed Procurement Services (Unimed) has joined forces with International Health Partners (IHP) to create a long-lasting partnership...
Aug 31, 2022
Unimed Scores the Shortlist for the Leicestershire Business Awards 2022
It’s an honour to announce that Unimed has been shortlisted for the Leicestershire Business Awards 2022, run by East Midlands Chamber!...
Aug 13, 2022
Is UK’s Foreign Aid Budget Going to Right Places? The Poverty and Healthcare Crisis in Latin America
The recent cuts to the UK foreign aid budget have highlighted significant repercussions for the countries the UK is directly supporting...
Jul 31, 2022
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