The health-relevant policy adopted by the European Union (EU) is shaped by a complex policy-making system that seeks to balance the diverse interests, values and needs of a broad range of societal groups. This system represents something between a science and an art,...
On 27 August 2024, the European Public Health Alliance (EPHA) and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) formally presented the Consultation report and recommendations for the post-2025 EU Anti-Racism Action Plan to Vanessa Kabuta and Tanja...
Our voice matters! Actions that citizens and civil society can take to tackle the commercial determinants of NCDs On June 12th, the WHO Regional Office for Europe released a pivotal report on the Commercial Determinants of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). This...
The upcoming European elections will be decisive for the future of the European Union and its plans in facing and addressing the growing global challenges. EPHA carried out an analysis of political parties’ manifestos to identify their plans and ambitions related to...
In the context of the ticking time bomb that the health and care workforce crisis is, EPHA has hosted a webinar to launch its most recent position paper on the issue. The discussion engaged key actors representing the civil society and policymakers. On the menu were:...
Accountability is vital for the success of any organisation, especially an association entrusted by its members to represent their views and interests in improving health for all. Three years into the implementation of EPHA Strategy 2021-2025, and at the beginning of...