European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies

“How do we bring evidence into action on alcohol in a way that protects young people and involves them in the discussions?” Dr. Pedro Gullón, General Director of Public Health and Health Equity at the Ministry of Health of Spain answers this tricky question in the video and invites everyone to join a spotlight session on tackling harms due to alcohol among young people and minors in Spain and across Europe on 16 September 2024 16:00 – 17:30 CET. 👇 Join the event to: 📢 Hear from leading voices from the Ministry of Health of Spain, WHO/Europe, the European Observatory on Health systems and policies, as well as young researchers and advocates on their priorities and desire for change. 💡 Dive into Spain-specific policy proposals aimed at addressing and reducing harms to the youth population from alcohol. 🛡️ Learn about the complexities of youth alcohol consumption and the intersection of various factors affecting prevention strategies, and explore approaches tailored to different regional contexts. 🔗 Register to be part of the conversation: https://bit.ly/3MONpNP European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies Ministerio de Sanidad Javier Padilla Pedro Gullón Tosio

Congratulations to Josep Figueras, Director of European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies who was awarded the Edward Kennedy Health Policy Award last night. He said: " I am deeply honoured to accept this award in recognition of all researchers and policymakers dedicated to closing this evidence policy gap. Their work, though often not recognized by their respective communities, has a major impact on the quality and effectiveness of health policy decision making.” The award, from Centre for Health Policy and Management, spotlights the importance of key individuals, organisations or initiatives that have made meaningful contributions to health system and policy reform, driving positive and sustained changes in healthcare delivery and outcomes. You can read more on this story here: https://lnkd.in/eKqktPrB Sara Burke Steve Thomas

🏥 Learning from Health Systems Analysis – The Health System in Spain 📅 16 September 2024, 13:30 – 15:30 CET 🔗 Register now to attend online or in person: https://lnkd.in/dQhiUP2b The event will include presentations on: 🔭 Learning from health systems: Monitoring, Assessing and Comparing - how comparative analysis of health reform developments across European countries plays a central role in supporting evidence-based policy making. 📊 Assessing the Health System in Spain: overview, key findings and lessons, drawing on the results of the State of Health in the EU (SoHEU) Country Health Profile for Spain and the new Spanish HiT. 📘 Launch of the 2024 Health Systems in Transition (HiT) Health System Review for Spain. 🗣️ High-Level Roundtable: Experts discuss the results of the assessment to see how they impact policy practices in Spain and beyond. ✋ Panel debate and Q&A with audience   Ministerio de Sanidad European Commission EU Health and Food Safety Sandra Gallina WHO Regional Office for Europe Natasha Azzopardi Muscat European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies Josep Figueras

🔔 Save the date: Addressing youth alcohol consumption ⏰ 16 September 2024, 16:00-17:30 CET Join us for a spotlight session on tackling alcohol consumption among young people and minors across Europe. The dicussion will offer a comprehensive regional perspective, exploring the multifaceted issues of alcohol prevention and the implications for policy and practice. 👇 Join the event to: 📢 Engage with experts: hear from leading voices from the Ministerio de Sanidad, WHO Regional Office for Europe, and the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies. 🇪🇸 Discuss country-specific examples: Dive into Spain-specific policy proposals aimed at addressing and reducing youth drinking behavior. 🛡️ Understand the challenges: Learn about the complexities of youth alcohol consumption and the intersection of various factors affecting prevention strategies. 📈 Explore future solutions: Discover best practices and innovative policy approaches tailored to different regional contexts. 🔗 Register now to be part of this vital conversation and contribute to shaping effective alcohol prevention strategies: https://lnkd.in/dQhiUP2b

💡 Save the date: Learning from Health Systems Analysis   📅 16 September 2024, 13:30 CET Are you passionate about health policy and eager to learn from one of Europe’s most comprehensive health system reviews? 👇 Join us live from Madrid for an insightful symposium where we’ll delve deep into Spain's health system, exploring key findings and their implications for the future of healthcare. This event brings together experts from the Ministerio de Sanidad, WHO Regional Office for Europe, European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies, European Commission, as well as prominent Spanish stakeholders and organizations. The sessions will include: 📘 Launch of the 2024 Health Systems in Transition (HiT) Health System Review for Spain: Discover the latest insights on Spain's health system. 📊 State of Health in the EU (SoHEU) Country Health Profile for Spain: A must-read for policymakers, providing a clear snapshot of Spain’s health landscape.  🌟 Afternoon spotlight session on addressing youth alcohol consumption: Gain a broader understanding of alcohol prevention efforts among youth in Europe as well as a country-specific perspective on Spanish policy. The entire event will be hybrid, livestreamed with interpretation in both Spanish and English. 🔗 Register now to secure your spot for both sessions and be part of this important conversation: https://lnkd.in/dQhiUP2b Sandra Gallina EU Health and Food Safety Natasha Azzopardi Muscat Josep Figueras Instituto Aragonés de Ciencias de la Salud (IACS)

👉 Save the date: #investinginhealth at #EHFG2024 🏥How can the 🇪🇺 support Member States in accessing funds for health reforms? Join the Observatory at European Health Forum Gastein on 24 September 2024 to discuss the creation of an EU Resources Hub ⬇️ 🗓️ Tuesday, 24 September 2024 | 16:30-18:00 | Kursaal & online 🔗 Register to attend online: https://lnkd.in/da9w6-WF Nathalie Berger, Simon Drees (DG Reform, European Commission); Mircha Poldrugovac (National Institute of Public Health of Slovenia); Johannes Rauch, Ilana Ventura (Bundesministerium für Soziales, Gesundheit, Pflege und Konsumentenschutz); Anne Swaluë (Federal Public Service Health, Food Chain Safety and Environment); Liisa-Maria Voipio-Pulkki (Finnish Ministry of Social Affairs and Health). Moderated by Dimitra Panteli (European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies).

⌛ We are counting down the days to #EHFG2024! We look forward to being a part of the valuable discussions held at the European Health Forum Gastein this year, in a hybdrid conference that tackles the most salient topics of our day: the intersection of health and democracy, #healthdemographics, cooperation and more ⬇️ 📌 Save the link for some of the Observatory's upcoming sessions and participation, with details to follow: 🟡 Unlocking EU #investment potential for health https://lnkd.in/gU8AcAPN 👉 24 September 16:30-18:00 🟠 Are decision-makers ready for #participation? https://lnkd.in/gs6qWNiG 👉 25 September 10:30-11:45 🔵 Strengthening #healthsystems #resilience by exploring recent responses to migration https://lnkd.in/gSj8N5sw 👉 27 September 10:30-11:45

✍️ Insightful takeaways from #EHMA2024 on how to implement #primaryhealthcare innovations, now complete with slides ⬇️ 🔗 Find the presentation given by our colleagues Katherine Polin & Nathan Shuftan https://lnkd.in/dr2nfrC4 📔 Read more from the Observatory's wider portfolio on #PHC 👉 https://lnkd.in/e3THxVK8

🗞️ Summer reading on #socialparticipation ⬇️ 🏛️ Building and sustaining government capacities is crucial for engaging communities in participatory mechanisms in health. 🛣 The journey to meaningful social participation in #healthgovernance starts through a shared culture of trust, responsiveness, and people-centredness. Several key words to attain it? 🔄️ continuous learning, adaptation, and resource allocation. We already know that governments require technical, recognition, and communication skills to build effective social participation. Read the article to see the country-based examples and international expertise behind it. 🔗 Find it in #Eurohealth: https://lnkd.in/dMVJzJ_k) 🖥️ Browse the issue interactively: https://lnkd.in/d4HNmh-X Rachel Greenley (London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, U. of London), Mathieu Noirhomme (World Health Organization), Pascal Mélihan-Cheinin (Ministère de la Santé), Dheepa Rajan (European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies).

📢 Social participation is not just an expression of good governance; it's also a cornerstone for achieving universal health coverage and enhancing health and well-being. Are you interested in exploring different participatory approaches and discussing their challenges and limitations directly with experts? Join us at the #EHFG2024, where speakers from Gesundheit Österreich GmbH, the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies, and the Armutskonferenz will share insights and engage in an interactive discussion with participants. What the session will address: 🚨 How to drive meaningful participation beyond tokenism 🌎 Various approaches to social participation 🧑🤝🧑 Real-world experiences from digital participation spaces, citizen juries, and public hearings - and their impact on policy and practice ⚖️ Potential conflicts in balancing direct and indirect representation in democratic decision-making processes Register now to secure your spot! ➡ https://bit.ly/3WwIPK8