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Digital Rights and Health Alliance Manifesto - EPHA
The Digital Rights and Health Alliance is a civil society-led initiative fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange among non-profit organizations, academic experts and AI specialists, to promote ethical standards and fairness in health tech governance.
Putting health at the heart of food systems: A European competitiveness perspective - EPHA
Food is a fundamental human need, yet today’s food systems face challenges that extend beyond meeting basic needs. These systems contribute to health inequity, food insecurity, and diet-related diseases, demanding urgent transformation.
Flying blind into a storm – a good strategy for mental health in Europe? - EPHA
Most would guess the conclusions of this article from the headline. Clearly, it’s a bad idea to turn off your navigation system when flying in volatile weather (and often in good weather too), but even so, there’s still a significant lack of indicators that can guide us towards effective tools…
Is the Swedish alcohol monopoly toast, or a reason for toasting? - EPHA
One of the most inspiring parts of this journey has been the partnerships forged with public health actors across Europe. These connections have been invaluable. During the TRIS-process (which allowed parties to comment on the Swedish proposal), unexpected allies emerged from organizations we had never encountered before – but whose…
Tackling the impact of cancer on health, the economy and society - EPHA
An estimated 11 people in the OECD are diagnosed with cancer every minute, with far-reaching consequences for health systems, economies and societies. For these reasons, in 2021, the European Union has launched the ambitious Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan.
Why the European Parliament must continue its lead in the fight against cancer - EPHA
A new case of cancer is diagnosed every nine seconds in the European Union (EU). Its burden is increasing across the continent, with 2.7 million people newly diagnosed with the disease in 2022 alone. Cancer claimed the lives of an estimated 1.3 million individuals that same year.
Health Equity Feed | Structural solutions for health equity, women’s health, and commemorating World Aids Day - EPHA
The year’s last newsfeed focuses on a unified call for more focus on the cross-cutting nature of inequities; the environment, antimicrobial resistance, social inequities, all are relevant to health equity.
EPHA Newsletter | A busy year for AMR – with much left to do… - EPHA
As we move into December with the end of year holidays and the New Year approaching, it is a good time to reflect on what has been achieved to combat Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) as well as what challenges should form the focus of next year.
The urgent need for a One Health approach - EPHA
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is one of the most complex and multifaceted public health challenges of our time. It is a silent crisis that intersects human, animal, and environmental health, threatening not just our healthcare systems but also global economies, ecosystems, and societies. At its core, AMR reflects the consequences of…
Scoping review of European studies related to health systems and the economy of well-being - EPHA
EPHA worked with Triangulate Health to develop a scoping review that would help understanding what is known about health as a driver for a well-being economy and identifying opportunities for engaging European policy makers in well-being economy processes.
Condolences from EPHA on the loss of Dr. Mira Jovanovski-Dašić - EPHA
The Board, management, staff, and members of the European Public Health Alliance (EPHA), wish to express our deepest condolences on the passing of Dr Mira Jovanovski-Dašić, a truly extraordinary leader and public health advocate. “In this time of grief our thoughts are with her family, colleagues, and all who were…
Political agreement reached on new Commission - EPHA reaction - EPHA
EPHA reaction to news on political agreement in the European Parliament on the next Commission. The main political groups of the European Parliament have approved, with a revised distribution of responsibilities, the second von der Leyen Commission including it's nominee for Health, Olivér Várhelyi. Having faced additional questions following his…
Health Equity Feed | Breaking down barriers in gender equality, LGBTI inclusion, Roma health, and refugee support - EPHA
In the sixth health equity newsfeed of 2024, EPHA spotlights critical issues affecting health equity in Europe. Key topics include Eurostat’s new report on EU disparities related to gender, age, and ethnicity; the WHO's guidance on gender inequalities in antimicrobial resistance; and targeted health interventions for LGBTI and Roma communities.
Peripheral Arterial Disease in women – are there any differences compared to men? - EPHA
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) represents the third major manifestation of systemic atherosclerosis (the build-up of plaque on artery walls). It is a leading cause of lower limb amputation and has a significant impact on mortality. This disease currently affects over 200 million people globally, and its prevalence is projected to…
New paper proposes policy solutions to address critical health impacts of gas cooking - EPHA
In this policy paper, the EPHA reports on the critical health impacts associated with the use of natural gas for cooking in the European Union (EU) and emphasises the need for urgent action. Nearly one-third of households in the EU rely on gas, which, despite being marketed as a clean…
New paper proposes policy solutions to address critical health impacts of gas cooking - EPHA
In this policy paper, the EPHA reports on the critical health impacts associated with the use of natural gas for cooking in the European Union (EU) and emphasises the need for urgent action. Nearly one-third of households in the EU rely on gas, which, despite being marketed as a clean…
Invisible women: lesbian, bi, and queer women’s (lack of) access to healthcare - EPHA
It is no secret that disparities exist across the health field, and lesbians experience this firsthand. Gender-based medicine, an approach that addresses how people’s health conditions differ based on sex characteristics, gender, and the connected bias, has shown how modern Western medicine uses the male body as the norm.
SEEHN and EPHA Forge New Partnership to Strengthen Public Health in South-Eastern Europe - EPHA
This MoU marks the beginning of a strategic collaboration aimed at improving public health outcomes and promoting sustainable health systems in the South-Eastern European region. This partnership is rooted in a shared vision of fostering healthier communities through joint initiatives and capacity-building efforts in line with the UN Agenda 2030 and…
Peripheral Arterial Disease in women – are there any differences compared to men? - EPHA
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) represents the third major manifestation of systemic atherosclerosis (the build-up of plaque on artery walls). It is a leading cause of lower limb amputation and has a significant impact on mortality. This disease currently affects over 200 million people globally, and its prevalence is projected to…
Who breathes easier? The impact of emission standards on health and the cost of inaction from Euro 7 - EPHA
Air pollution is the largest environmental risk in the EU. The European Public Health Alliance advocates for a timely, stringent, health and equity-focused implementation of clean transport solutions to curb this crisis.
Health sector ready to support swift transposition of new Ambient Air Quality Directive - EPHA
The EU Healthy Air Coalition (EUHAC) calls on you to confirm the revised directive. Our Coalition is ready to support you, your administration, as well as national authorities for a swift and health-promoting transposition into national legislation.
Does the new Commission care about air pollution? - EPHA
A reflection on the revision of the Ambient Air Quality Directive Clean air is essential to human health and so improving air quality has been a focus for European Union Environmental policy over the past three decades. Yet despite efforts by local, regional and national authorities there has not been…
Safeguarding mental health and well-being in a rapidly digitalising world - EPHA
During her statement as candidate for a second mandate at the European Parliament, Ursula von der Leyen expressed her deep concern about the current mental health crisis. In her speech, she particularly focused on the needs of children and teenagers, and the role of social media, addictive designs and excessive…
Strengthening countries cooperation to safeguard children and adolescent from screen addiction and protect mental health - EPHA
In recent years, the growing exposure of children and adolescents to digital screens has raised significant concerns about their physical and mental health. Reports and action plans, such as the French children and screens report and the national action plan about digital medical devices for mental health, provide valuable insights…
Social media is bad for youth mental health: Where do we go from here? - EPHA
With more than half of the global population using the internet and social media –almost 95% of them connecting through their smartphones–, we can state that digital devices providing us with access to online activities are ubiquitous across the world.
Mental health apps: Not a friend but a foe for public health - EPHA
Mental health is a human right but also a profound public health concern, and there is an urgent need to address the world's growing mental health crisis. Digital tools, including mental health apps, seem like an innovative solution as they could provide remote access to care, make an accurate diagnosis, and…
Protecting the mental health of children and young people online: a shared responsibility - EPHA
Mental Health Europe calls for the debate to be followed by ambitious actions. The President of the European Commission refers to upcoming initiatives, such as an EU-wide inquiry on the broader impacts of social media on well-being, and the intention to take action on the addictive design of online services…
Smoke free environment proposal – A welcome first step, but much still left to be done - EPHA
The Commission has proposed a revision of the Council recommendation on Smoke Free Environments that broadens its scope to cover more areas where people, particularly the young, are exposed to tobacco smoke. It also extends the scope of the recommendation to Novel and Emerging Nicotine and Tobacco Products.
Health Equity Feed | Tackling Racial Bias, Gender Disparities, and Roma Health Inequalities in Europe - EPHA
The fifth health equity newsfeed of 2024 explores critical insights into health inequities across Europe, examining how systemic biases influence health outcomes. This edition shows the impacts of racial discrimination, restrictive gender policies, and the urgent health needs of Roma communities. It also explores new research on the long-term effects…
EPHA Response to WHO Consultation on the Global Plan of Action (GPoA) on Climate Change and Health - EPHA
The European Public Health Alliance (EPHA) commends the World Health Organization (WHO) on its significant progress in developing the Global Plan of Action on Climate Change and Health (GPoA). We particularly appreciate WHO's commitment to enhancing civil society engagement across its actions, as evidenced by the establishment of the Civil…