1948
The NHS is born, providing services free at point of delivery
1953
DNA structure revealed enabling the study of disease caused by defective genes
1958
Polio and diphtheria vaccinations programme launched
1972
First CT scanner developed
1978
World's first baby born by IVF
1987
World's first heart, lung and liver transplant
1991
First 57 NHS Trusts established
2006
NHS bowel cancer screening programme launched
2018
The NHS turns 70
We’re proud to partner with the NHS and committed to delivering solutions that support the needs of public sector healthcare providers. Working closely with NHS staff, we see the fantastic work they do and want to take this opportunity to celebrate their achievements, dedication and ongoing commitment – wishing the NHS a Happy 70th Birthday.

Celebrating 70 Years of the NHS
The National Health Service (NHS) and the delivery of free healthcare to those that need it has become part of Britain’s identity, and this year marks its 70th anniversary. HealthTrust Europe colleagues in Birmingham joined the national celebration with a fund-raising afternoon tea which raised £200 for NHS charities. Partnering with NHS clinicians, heads of […]
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Join in the celebrations with Liverpool Women’s Hospital
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the NHS and the Liverpool Women’s is joining in the celebrations with the rest of the country. We would like to invite you to get involved too. The NHS is turning 70 on 5th July 2018. It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate the achievements of one of the […]
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HealthTrust Europe Celebrates International Nurses’ Day 2018
Saturday 12th May 2018, was International Nurses’ Day. The day is an opportunity to recognise and reflect upon the contribution that caring nurses and allied health professionals make to people’s lives all around the world. To mark the occasion, HealthTrust Europe (HTE) colleagues in Birmingham had a blue-themed dress down day and a bake sale […]
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