There are few people in the UK who haven't experienced the NHS at least once in their lives, and for many this glitzy awards ceremony is a chance to show appreciation for the institution's many heroes.

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Here's everything you need to know about ITV's The NHS Heroes Awards.

When is The NHS Heroes Awards on TV?

The awards ceremony – the first of its kind – took place on Monday 14th May, and ITV will be airing a two-hour special on Monday 21st May at 8.30pm.

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What's it about?

The awards, hosted by comedian and For the Love of Dogs presenter Paul O'Grady, celebrate NHS staff, both medical and non-medical, as the service turns 70 this year. Winners have been chosen by the awards judges, after thousands of nominations were sent in by the public.

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The ceremony is bound to be a tearjerker, as the awards recognise the selfless behaviour of the nominees. The categories include emergency lifesaver, mental health champion and NHS young fundraiser.

Betty MacIntyre, 70, who's worked as a midwife since 1969, will be honoured at the awards. Despite some dramatic moments during her long career – including delivering a baby on a lifeboat – she says she wouldn't have missed a moment.

"I just can't express the joy and privilege I've felt bringing babies into the world – and they're all very special to me," she said.

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Celebrities leading the tributes include Prince William, the Duchess of Cornwall, Elton John, Shirley Bassey, Simon Cowell, Tom Jones, Amanda Holden and Boy George.

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