For millions of women around the world, chronic pelvic pain is a silent struggle, often taking years—sometimes over a decade—to receive a proper diagnosis. This delay not only prolongs suffering but also affects daily life, mental health, and overall well-being. Margaret Melville, an endometriosis patient, knows this firsthand. For over a decade, she endured symptoms that were frequently dismissed, misdiagnosed, or inadequately treated. Frustrated by the lack of clear answers and meaningful support, she recognized an urgent need for change.

Recovery 2.0 is an approach to addiction recovery created by Tommy Rosen, based on his personal experience with addiction. After finding traditional recovery models insufficient, Rosen developed a program that integrates yoga, meditation, breathwork, holistic nutrition, and community support to provide a more comprehensive path to healing. This approach goes beyond just overcoming addiction, aiming to help individuals build a fulfilling and thriving life after recovery.

Savor Health provides a solution designed to support cancer patients and individuals with chronic diseases by offering personalized nutrition guidance. The platform addresses the specific nutritional needs of people facing conditions like cancer by delivering medically tailored meals and providing real-time nutrition advice. The service aims to help patients manage symptoms and improve health outcomes through nutrition.

During his mental health journey, Rob discovered a simple yet powerful tool from a therapist—a score out of 10 to track his emotional well-being. This method became invaluable in managing his mental health. In 2019, he began sharing his daily score publicly in his email signature and on LinkedIn. The overwhelming response revealed its potential to foster support and conversation, inspiring Rob to develop it into a digital platform: FormScore.

eddii is a digital health platform designed to make managing diabetes easier, more interactive, and more accessible. Originally developed for children and later expanded to adults, the app integrates with Dexcom continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) to provide real-time tracking, interactive games, educational quizzes, and personalized health insights.

Ben’s Friends started as an initiative born from a personal need: the desire for emotional connection and guidance during Ben’s recovery from a life-threatening brain hemorrhage. After realizing that others who had gone through similar experiences could offer the support he so desperately needed, Ben created an online community where AVM (Arteriovenous malformation) survivors could share their stories, challenges, and coping mechanisms.

Cure CMD’s solution is based on the direct experiences of three families affected by Congenital Muscular Dystrophy (CMD), a group of rare genetic disorders that cause muscle weakness from birth and can lead to a range of other physical and neurological impairments. CMD results from mutations in one of more than 30 genes, which cause muscles to deteriorate faster than the body can repair them.

Ignition Gamers, founded by Will Golding and his mother Claire, is a video gaming space designed specifically for young neurodiverse adults, particularly for those who struggle with isolation and social interaction. The initiative provides a unique environment where social therapy and gaming intersect, addressing a key gap left by inadequate NDIS (Australian National Disability Insurance Scheme) support.

The result of Karen’s vision is AV1, a telepresence robot designed to combat the isolation experienced by children who are unable to attend school due to illness. Developed over many months with the help of a dedicated team including children, teachers, scientists, and healthcare professionals, the AV1 robot allows children to connect to their schools through an app that controls the robot. This connection ensures that children can continue their education alongside their peers, participate in class, and remain socially engaged despite their physical absence.

Unhidden is an award-winning adaptive fashion brand founded by Victoria Jenkins, with the aim of making inclusive design a mainstream reality. The brand's mission is to offer stylish, functional clothing that allows individuals with disabilities and chronic conditions to express themselves without compromising on comfort or aesthetics. Through Unhidden, Victoria has created a space where fashion is accessible to all, providing much-needed options for those who have long been overlooked in the fashion industry.

The Eli App was born out of necessity—an effort to make health routines more manageable and engaging for children with chronic conditions. For children with sickle cell, like Funmi’s son, maintaining a strict daily routine is crucial to preventing pain crises and other complications. Staying hydrated, taking medication on time, getting enough sleep, and following a nutritious diet can significantly impact their well-being, yet these habits can be difficult to maintain, especially for a child.

Many families struggle to care for elderly parents, especially when living far away. Public services are overwhelmed, and older adults often need extra help at home. MyFolks was created to solve this problem, offering trusted, on-demand support to make life easier for both seniors and their families.

When Will Jackson's daughter was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis (CF) at just 18 months old, their family was thrown into a daily routine of complex treatments. By age nine, she faced over 180 therapy blows and more than 40 pills every day. The burden was immense, not just for her but for the entire household. Physiotherapy sessions became a battleground—stressful, exhausting, and met with resistance. One morning, after yet another argument, Will had enough. There had to be a better way.

Born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, Olivia Burns spent her childhood undergoing life-saving surgeries and countless medical procedures. Through these experiences, she became intimately familiar with the problems of traditional hospital gowns. These loose-fitting garments, typically worn by patients during medical treatments or hospital stays, are designed to allow easy access for medical procedures. However, they are often uncomfortable, impractical, and undignified, particularly for young patients.

In 2001, Christine and Stephen McSherry faced a life-altering diagnosis: their five-year-old son, Jett, had Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), a severe and progressive condition that weakens muscles over time, often leading to loss of mobility, respiratory issues, and a significantly shortened life expectancy. Faced with this reality, the McSherrys turned their problem into action by creating a foundation as a platform for solutions.

In-Range Animation is an innovative response to the challenges faced by individuals with Type 1 diabetes, especially young adults navigating a complex and often intimidating healthcare environment. Founded by Neil and Suzie Israel, the project stems from Neil’s 43 years of personal experience with Type 1 diabetes and his frustration with traditional, fear-based education that often lacks empathy and engagement.

mDoc, started by Nneka Mobisson in Lagos, Nigeria, is a forward-thinking health technology company focused on making healthcare better for people with long-term and chronic illnesses in Africa. The company uses artificial intelligence (AI) along with proven methods to improve the quality of care for conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and cancer.

In 2021, Xu Wei from Kunming, China, faced a desperate situation when his 2 year old son, Haoyang, was diagnosed with Menkes Syndrome—a rare genetic disorder that affects how the body uses copper, which is essential for brain and nervous system development. It occurs in about 1 in 100k births worldwide, and children with the disease typically don't live beyond 3 years, making Haoyang’s prognosis very bleak.

SageSurfer is an AI-powered platform for behavioral healthcare, established in 2016 to address the challenges within the mental health system. Created in response to the complexities and inefficiencies that many patients and their families face, SageSurfer connects individuals with their entire care team through both web and mobile applications. This continuous connection helps patients stay engaged with their treatment plans between visits.

UnaliWear was created to help older adults live safely and independently. The journey began when Jean Anne Booth, a serial entrepreneur, saw her 80-year-old mother struggling to stay safe while maintaining her independence. Determined to find a better way, she developed the Kanega Watch, a device designed for vulnerable and aging populations.