In today’s fast-moving information landscape, trust in health systems is no longer a given—it must be actively built, maintained, and protected. As misinformation spreads rapidly and confidence in institutions is challenged, strengthening trust has become a core public health priority.

This session explores how misinformation and disinformation are not just communication issues, but structural challenges that affect health outcomes, policy decisions, and democratic resilience. Bringing together perspectives from public health, policy, and digital governance, the discussion will highlight how trust can be rebuilt through transparency, accountability, and evidence-informed action.

Participants will gain insights into emerging approaches such as infodemic management and explore how collaboration across sectors can help create more reliable and trustworthy health information environments.

Join us to unpack why trust is something we do—not just something we have—and how collective action can strengthen both public health and democracy across Europe.

Health misinformation is spreading rapidly across Europe—undermining trust in science, weakening public health systems, and challenging democratic values. From vaccines to lifestyle risks, false and misleading information increasingly shapes public perception and behaviour, often faster than institutions can respond.

This flagship event brings together public health experts, policymakers, and data scientists to explore how data-driven approaches can transform the fight against health misinformation. At its core is the EU Health Fact Force—an innovative initiative that connects scientific evidence with real-time misinformation trends to enable faster, more coordinated responses.

Through a live demonstration and interactive discussion, participants will discover how Europe can move from reactive debunking to proactive, anticipatory action, strengthening both public health and democratic resilience.

Join us to explore how collaboration, technology, and trusted networks can help protect the integrity of health information—and shape a more informed and resilient Europe.