In June 2012 EPHA took part in the European Commission public consultation on the 7th Environment Action Programme (EAP), to operate from July 2012. In its position EPHA emphasized the vital need to consider and promote health and equality issues, in particular the...
Brussels, July 19 2012 – In a shocking move, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has just signed, until 2020, a sponsorship agreement with Coca-Cola, McDonalds and the confectionery company Cadbury. A poorly-judged decision if the IOC is to stand up for...
The University City London’s Institute of Health Equity (IHE) published a report exploring actions the Health Workforce can take to positively influence the social determinants of health and tackle health inequalities. EPHA responded to the consultation launched on...
EPHA released its position on Horizon 2020. This document is a result, jointly with its members, to provide the public health opinion in light of the negotiations on Horizon 2020 programme. EPHA welcomes public health priorities recommended by the European Commission....
Global warming and climate change are two of the greatest challenges faced today. However, the environment is not merely a matter of water, air pollution, or soil quality – it encompasses a broader range of issues. In this Report the European Public Health...
The Scottish Parliament overwhelmingly passed a bill yesterday introducing a 0.50£ (0.63€) minimum price for a unit of alcohol. Cut-price alcohol beverages will be outlawed in Scotland from as early as April next year. The measure is expected to reduce binge drinking,...
