Boxing champ Anthony Joshua (pictured) has launched The Sun’s Who Cares Wins Awards 2023.

The awards honour those across the health and social care sector who go above and beyond for their patients or causes.

A glittering ceremony, sponsored by the National Lottery and held in partnership with NHS Charities Together, will take place later this year and will be among the many celebrations to mark the NHS turning 75.

Anthony Joshua said: “It’s my pleasure to launch this year’s awards. It was truly humbling at last year’s ceremony to hear the incredible stories of heroism that play out across the UK.

“I was blown away by the people I met. To me, they are the real stars. Our health heroes are true fighters. The past few years have been incredibly hard for those working on the frontline. They’ve steered us through the coronavirus pandemic while continuing to try to maintain all other services.

“Our NHS is made up of people from all different backgrounds who come together to selflessly help others. They put the great into Great Britain. They don’t do it for the money or for the thanks. They are not the sort to put themselves in the spotlight, so this is why The Sun needs you to nominate your healthcare hero.”

Last year’s winners were revealed at a star-studded ceremony at The Roundhouse, hosted by Davina McCall and attended by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and the leader of the opposition, Sir Keir Starmer.

Some of Britain’s best-loved charity campaigners and famous faces were on hand to present the awards including Martin and Roman Kemp, Christine Lampard, Ellie Simmonds, Harry Redknapp, Susanna Reid and Mel B.

The awards will once again be broadcast on Channel 4.

NHS England Chief Executive Amanda Pritchard, said: “The Sun’s Who Cares Wins awards are an excellent showcase of the brilliant work done by NHS and care staff.

“They offer the perfect opportunity to display the dedication, skill and compassion provided to millions across the country day in, day out.

“And on this momentous year, as we celebrate our 75th birthday, there is no better time to recognise the achievements and efforts of our health and care staff and show our appreciation for their hard work.

“We are incredibly grateful to The Sun for their amazing awards.

“Please do take the time to nominate someone who has made a real difference.”

Ellie Orton, Chief Executive, NHS Charities Together, said: “We are delighted to be announced as the Who Cares Wins awards official charity partner for what’s sure to be another amazing year – particularly as this summer we mark 75 years of our beloved NHS.”

2022’s Best Doctor winner, Freda Newlands, said: “I was completely speechless when I was presented with the award by Prince Charles during the afternoon before Queen Elizabeth died.

“He was so interested in my work overseas and knew of all the situations which had taken me to the war-torn and disaster-stricken countries.

“It was the honour of a lifetime to meet him.”

How to nominate!

Do you know a midwife who went to incredible lengths to ensure the safe arrival of your little one? Or maybe you work with a pioneering doctor or inspirational nurse?

There are ten different catagories. All you need to do is go to www.thesun.co.uk/whocareswins and fill out the simple online form for the category you are nominating in.

Nominations should be for something that has happened in the last 12 months, unless it’s for an individual’s hard work over many years.

Entries close on July 31.