European Public Health Alliance (EPHA)

📢Read the latest edition of EPHA's Health Equity feed! This edition focuses on pressing topics like gender equality, LGBTI inclusion, Roma health, and refugee support. Discover insightful resources and articles that highlight the importance of equitable health outcomes for everyone. 🔗Read the full feed here: https://lnkd.in/ehiKy9Si #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #EquityInHealthcare

Are environmental regulations and clean transport initiatives too expensive with no real benefits? The reality is quite the opposite! EPHA's latest infographic project tackles this misconception, highlighting the long-term savings in healthcare costs and the improvement of public health. 🚍💨 🚨 Did you know outdoor air pollution caused 4.2 million premature deaths in 2019? 📍 Case Study: London London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (#ULEZ) has significantly reduced harmful air pollutants, lowering nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) by 53% in central areas and preventing up to 5,900 premature deaths in 2019 alone. By improving air quality, ULEZ will save the UK £1.69 billion in health costs by 2025. Clean transport regulations deliver not only environmental benefits but also significant savings for healthcare systems. 🔗 Learn more and follow our series to discover how cities are creating a healthier future:  https://lnkd.in/e8zBy4EG #Sustainability #UrbanMobility #CleanTransport #PublicHealth #AirQuality #GreenCities 

🚨 Our latest Clean Cooking for Public Health newsletter is out!     It features the latest resources on the health impacts of gas cooking, including our latest policy paper highlighting the urgent need for EU action.  Read the newsletter here 📰 🔗 https://lnkd.in/euemJ-KQ   Are you passionate about promoting public health through access to clean cooking solutions? Take a proactive step forward by endorsing the #CleanCooking4PublicHealth Manifesto ✍ ➡ https://lnkd.in/eb7kajkt #PublicHealth #IndoorAirQuality #AirPollution #CC4PH

📢 Join us for the Data-Informed Health Policy webinar happening next week!   What to expect: 🔶In-depth discussions on the role of data in shaping effective health policies. 🔶Insights from experts on leveraging data for better healthcare decision-making. 🔶A chance to network with professionals in the field. 🗓 Date: 6th November 📍 Location: Online   This event is ideal for policymakers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and data enthusiasts aiming to make a tangible impact on public health.   🔗Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/ei-pagQN   Let’s work together toward a healthier, data-driven future!    #HealthPolicy #DataDriven #Healthcare

In EPHA's project to debunk myths about green transport, we’re taking a closer look at the misconception that SUVs are safer than other cars. ⚠️The reality: despite their size, SUVs are more dangerous. Pedestrians hit by SUVs are twice as likely to die as those hit by standard cars, and SUV drivers are 10% more likely to crash. Moreover, SUVs consume about 15% more fuel than standard cars, contributing to higher emissions and environmental impacts. 📍 Case Study: to tackle these issues, Paris has tripled parking fees for SUVs in the city centre to discourage their use and make streets safer. Other cities, like Lyon, are following suit. Safety and sustainability go hand in hand when it comes to smarter urban transport solutions! 🔗 Keep following our series as we uncover more surprising facts about transportation and urban sustainability:https://lnkd.in/e4_pHVza #RoadSafety #SUVRisks #SustainableCities #UrbanMobility  

🚨 New Policy Paper: Understanding the Public Health Impacts of Gas Cooking in Europe. We’ve just taken a major step forward in understanding the public health risks associated with gas cooking. A recent health impact assessment conducted by Universitat Jaume I provides important insights into the scale of the issue: gas stoves in European homes may be contributing to approximately 36,000 premature deaths annually, with estimated economic costs of €143 billion.  This research highlights the need for attention to the link between gas cooking and indoor air pollution. Studies have consistently shown that households using gas for cooking experience indoor air pollution levels that often exceed World Health Organization standards, with elevated concentrations of nitrogen dioxide (NO₂).  Children are particularly susceptible to the negative health effects of indoor air pollution, with new estimates suggesting that hundreds of thousands of children may be experiencing asthma symptoms linked to gas cooking.  Our policy paper offers concrete recommendations to address this issue:  💠 Phasing out gas cooking appliances that do not meet safety standards  💠 Utilising the Social Climate Fund to support a just transition to cleaner cooking alternatives  💠 Raising public awareness about the health risks associated with gas cooking  💠 Supporting the creation of an EU framework on indoor air quality    This transition is crucial not only for improving public health but also aligns with the EU's broader goals on air quality, energy transition, and fossil fuel phase-outs.  This paper seeks to raise awareness about the importance of addressing the public health impacts of gas cooking and promote a cleaner, healthier future for all 🌍. Read the paper here📄: https://lnkd.in/ewUcTAbe Watch our expert video series here📺: https://lnkd.in/e3cvsEVN #PublicHealth #AirPollution #IndoorAirQuality 

📢 EPHA's latest newsletter highlights essential issues in women’s health equity across the EU. Looking ahead to the forthcoming Roadmap for Women’s Rights in 2025, EPHA is calling for decisive actions to address health disparities impacting women. Find out more on: 🔶 Addressing hidden health disparities in diabetes outcomes and the risk of developing complications related to gender by Sabine Dupont and Maxence Prizzi, from International Diabetes Federation Europe. 🔶 Gaps in healthcare access for lesbian, bi, and queer women, discussed by Aïda Yancy and Ilaria Todde, EL*C - EuroCentralAsian Lesbian* Community. 🔶 Exploring gender differences in peripheral arterial disease in women, covered by agata stanek, Katalin Farkas, and Mariella Catalano, from VAS European Independent Foundation in Angiology/Vascular Medicine. 🔶 Improving healthcare access for racialised communities, with key takeaways from EPHA’s Roma Health event with Equinet, European Network of Equality Bodies and United Nations Human Rights. 🔶 The #ZeroHiddenHungerEU project addressing micronutrient deficiencies in Europe. Explore these topics, plus the latest updates, news, and developments in public health as we continue to push for impactful change in women’s health. 🔗 Read the full newsletter: https://lnkd.in/ewHJCqRp #WomensHealth #HealthEquity #PublicHealth #EuropeanHealth #GenderEquality 

🌍 October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month!🎗️ 🚨 Did you know? About 1 in 10 people suffering from alcohol use disorder develop cirrhosis, and a worrying 4% of those with #cirrhosis will go on to develop #livercancer. The statistics are alarming, but there is hope! At #ELPA, we're advocating for stronger, effective policies to combat #liverdisease and protect lives. By raising awareness and promoting healthier lifestyles, we can reduce these numbers and improve outcomes for those at risk. 🍺 ➡️ 🛑 It’s time to rethink our relationship with alcohol. Taking steps to reduce alcohol consumption not only protects your liver but can be a life-saving decision. Together, we can push for policies that limit harm and support those in need. ❤️ This Liver Cancer Awareness Month, join us in spreading the word and pushing for change. Your voice matters! #LiverCancerAwarenessMonth #LiverHealth #Cirrhosis #AlcoholAwareness #ELPA #EffectivePolicies #HealthFirst #PreventionIsBetterThanCure European Commission European Parliament European Medicines Agency European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) EU Health and Food Safety UEG - United European Gastroenterology EASL the home of Hepatology ESMO - European Society for Medical Oncology International Liver Cancer Association (ILCA) Aleksander Krag Manuel Romero Gomez Marko Korenjak Debbie Shawcross Meri Trajkovska Nicholas Brooke Rui Tato Marinho (MD, PhD) Jeffrey V. Lazarus Jeff McIntyre Michael Betel Shaibu Issa Milka Sokolović European Cancer Organisation European Liver Patients' Association - ELPA European Foundation for the Study of Chronic Liver Failure (EF CLIF) European Cancer Patient Coalition Cancer Patients Europe - CPE PFMD .org European Patients' Forum European Public Health Alliance (EPHA)Global Liver Institute Fatty Liver Alliance European Alcohol Policy Alliance - Eurocare Institute Of Alcohol Studies

Is the shift to electric vehicles bad for the economy? In our new series on green transport myths, we’re uncovering the truth behind common misconceptions. One of the biggest myths is that banning internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles will harm the auto industry and jobs. 🚗 Reality: Transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs) is opening new economic opportunities, creating jobs in manufacturing, infrastructure, and renewable energy sectors. According to the International Energy Agency, EV numbers will grow from 45 million in 2023 to 525 million by 2035—spurring innovation and reducing emissions. 📍 Case Study: Amsterdam, Netherlands. By 2025, Amsterdam will only allow zero-emission vehicles in key parts of the city. This ambitious transition is part of a broader national plan to phase out ICE vehicles and improve urban air quality. The shift to EVs isn't a threat—it's an opportunity for cleaner, more sustainable cities! Stay tuned as we continue to bust myths and showcase success stories in clean transportation! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e4_pHVza #ElectricVehicles #GreenTransport #Innovation #UrbanMobility #MythBusting 

📢 Indoor air quality is a critical public health concern, yet many remain unaware of its impact. EPHA has launched the Clean Cooking for Public Health Manifesto to mobilise action from health professionals and policymakers. We urge you to support this initiative and advocate for healthier indoor environments. 📝Sign the manifesto here: https://lnkd.in/eb7kajkt  Let’s work together to ensure everyone has access to clean and safe air at home! For more insights, view the report by CLASP and EPHA: https://lnkd.in/gppjsyC9 #HealthyIndoorAir #CleanCooking #CC4PH