The European Public Health Week centred around the pandemic
Now more than ever the importance of public health is evident. The European Public Health Week, taking place 11-15 May, will be centred around COVID-19. The theme of this year’s week is ‘Joining forces for healthier populations’. It is essential that public health professionals and others involved in the management of the outbreak work together and keep themselves up to date with the latest evidence to ensure evidence-based actions. Collaboration, coordination and communication in public health are now more important than ever: we must join forces for healthier populations.
As the umbrella organisation for public health associations in the European region, the European Public Health Association (EUPHA) stands with its members and colleagues in each country who are working tirelessly to respond to the COVID-19 outbreak and manage this pandemic. The European Public Health Week is a tribute to them, in particular the health workforce working in the frontlines fighting COVID-19.
The European Public Health Week aims to raise awareness about important public health themes and connect professionals contributing to public health across Europe. This initiative began in 2019 and had 145 events registered in 35 countries. Don’t miss the opportunity to get involved this year! Everyone is invited to host online events, spread the word about the week and its key messages; and join events across Europe.
