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Events for Slovakia

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In-person
HW294 - The Era of Human Connection Begins (Seesame, OZ Cesta k mentálnemu zdraviu, SAVEZ, UPJŠ, AmCham, APVV)
Date / theme: Monday 12 May - Mental Health: Health Workforce at the Centre Time: 11h30 until 15h00 (GMT+01:00) Bratislava (organisers' local time) (please check your equivalent time zone here!) Event type:   Roundtable discussion and press conference Event format: In-person Description: Join our discussion during the European Public Health Week, where we'll present current data on Slovaks' mental health and the "Trees of Kindness" project bringing mutual support into communities. 70% of Slovaks believe humanity is disappearing from our society. Under the auspices of Chief Psychiatric Expert Assoc. Prof. Izáková and in collaboration with Slovak public health experts, we'll introduce practical mental health support tools for organizations. Learn about exclusive data, practical approaches, and opportunities to join a nationwide initiative that has already delivered over 3,000 positive messages to people across Slovakia. Hosting country:   Slovakia Specific location(s): Bratislava - Jurkovičova Tepláreň (Bottova 1) Language(s): Slovak Reach: Local Organisers: Seesame, OZ Cesta k mentálnemu zdraviu, SAVEZ, UPJŠ, AmCham, APVV For registration and further information please contact the event organisers directly: Contact email: beganova@seesame.com Contact info: Dominika Begáňová
HW298 - The Tree of Kindness (Department of Social and Behavioural Medicine, SCOPH, SAVEZ)
Date / theme: Monday 12 May - Mental Health: Health Workforce at the Centre Time: 14h00 until 15h00 (GMT+01:00) Bratislava (organisers' local time) (please check your equivalent time zone here!) Event type:   Campaign Event format: In-person Description: We're thrilled to announce the launch of "The Tree of Kindness" project at our faculty! This meaningful project, which has already flourished across Slovakia with over 20 trees and 3,000 positive messages shared nationwide, creates spaces for compassion and mental health support through simple acts of kindness. Students and staff can leave encouraging notes for others to find and take when needed. By bringing this scientifically-proven concept to our campus, we're fostering a supportive community environment during challenging times. Join us in spreading positivity and strengthening human connections – one message at a time! Hosting country:   Slovakia Specific location(s): Faculty of Medicine, PJ Safarik University, Kosice (Tr SNP 1, 040 11) Languages: Slovak, English Language(s): Slovak Reach: Local Organisers: Department of Social and Behavioural Medicine, SCOPH, SAVEZ For registration and further information please contact the event organisers directly: Contact email: zuzana.katreniakova@upjs.sk Contact info: Zuzana Katreniaková
HW311 - Cycling for Mental Wellbeing (OZ Cesta k mentálnemu zdraviu)
Date / theme: Monday 12 May - Mental Health: Health Workforce at the Centre Time: 16h00 until 19h00 (GMT+01:00) Bratislava (organisers' local time) (please check your equivalent time zone here!) Event type:   Outdoor activity Event format: In-person Description: Join the 4th annual cycling event and spend some nice time around the city! This team-building activity for the staff of the Department of Psychiatry at Comenius University and University Hospital Bratislava aims to promote mental wellbeing through physical activity. The 20 km bicycle route through Bratislava offers a unique opportunity to build relationships outside the workplace, have fun, and raise awareness that physical activity contributes to both physical and mental health recovery. Friends and family members of the department staff are also welcome to participate. Hosting country:   Slovakia Specific location(s): Tyršovo nábrežie (parkovisko), Bratislava Language(s): Slovak Reach: Local Organisers: OZ Cesta k mentálnemu zdraviu For registration and further information please contact the event organisers directly: Contact email: lubomira.izakova@fmed.uniba.sk Contact info: Ľubomíra Izáková
HW322 - Nordic Walking for Mental Health (OZ Cesta k mentálnemu zdraviu)
Date / theme: Tuesday 13 May - Global Health: Food Systems, Health Security, Climate, and Sustainability Time: 12h30 until 14h30 (GMT+01:00) Bratislava (organisers' local time) (please check your equivalent time zone here!) Event type:   Outdoor activity Event format: In-person Description: Join us for Nordic Walking and outdoor sports activities at Železná studnička in Bratislava. This event brings together mental health professionals and patients from the psychiatric day hospital of the Department of Psychiatry at Comenius University and University Hospital Bratislava. The activity promotes physical exercise as an important component of mental health care and recovery, while fostering social connections in a natural environment. Participants will also benefit from the presence of a therapy dog, enhancing the therapeutic value of the experience through animal-assisted intervention. The event demonstrates practical approaches to integrating physical activity and animal therapy into mental health treatment programs and supports patient wellbeing through accessible outdoor activities. Hosting country:   Slovakia Specific location(s): Železná studnička (Bratislava) Language(s): Slovak Reach: Local Organisers: OZ Cesta k mentálnemu zdraviu For registration and further information please contact the event organisers directly: Contact email: lubomira.izakova@fmed.uniba.sk Contact info: Ľubomíra Izáková
HW301 - Let's walk together towards better health (Dept of Pharmacy and Social Pharmacy, Univ of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Kosice; Dept of Social and Behavioural Medicine, Fac of Medicine, PJ Safarik Univ in Kosice; SAVEZ; Cesta nádeje)
Date / theme: Wednesday 14 May - Healthy Ageing vs multimorbidities in a digital world Time: 8h30 until 11h30 (GMT+01:00) Bratislava (organisers' local time) (please check your equivalent time zone here!) Event type:   Interactive Workshop / Skill-Building Session Event format: In-person Description: An interactive workshop for older adults will focus on promoting active aging and digital health literacy (DHL). Potentially modifiable factors (high blood pressure, high LDL cholesterol, diabetes mellitus, obesity, physical inactivity) that may contribute to an increased risk of dementia will be identified via measuring blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, body weight, body fat, muscle mass, and BMI. A short counselling by community pharmacists will be provided. Participants will also be invited to participate in a survey mapping the DHL level and educational needs that will be used for the preparation of tailored intervention program. Hosting country:   Slovakia Specific location(s): Košice, Miestny úrad MČ Dargovských hrdinov, Dvorkinova 7 Language(s): Slovak Reach: Local Organisers: Dept of Pharmacy and Social Pharmacy, Univ of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy in Kosice; Dept of Social and Behavioural Medicine, Fac of Medicine, PJ Safarik Univ in Kosice; SAVEZ; Cesta nádeje For registration and further information please contact the event organisers directly: Contact email: stefania.lacamegyesi@uvlf.sk Contact info: Štefánia Laca Megyesi
HW305 - VSE CITY RUN (Progress Promotion)
Date / theme: Wednesday 14 May - Healthy Ageing vs multimorbidities in a digital world Time: 14h00 until 18h00 (GMT+01:00) Bratislava (organisers' local time) (please check your equivalent time zone here!) Event type:   Outdoor activity Event format: In-person Description: VSE CITY RUN is an original concept of charity runs held in the city centers of eastern Slovakia. The first starting shot was fired in 2008 in Košice, and today the event ranks among the largest of its kind in Slovakia. More than 46,000 runners have actively participated in 7 cities, and the total value of charitable contributions has already reached nearly EUR 177,000. The project traditionally involves children, seniors, amateur athletes, sports clubs, students, and well-known personalities. The entry fee from the non-competitive 4 km run is fully donated each year to a ed beneficiary. The proceeds from the entry fees are further increased by a financial donation from the general partner – brand VSE, which has supported the project since its inception. Hosting country:   Slovakia Specific location(s): Dolná brána, Hlavná ulica Košice Language(s): Slovak Reach: Regional Organisers: Progress Promotion For registration and further information please contact the event organisers directly: Website: www.cityrun.sk Contact email: vajdova@progress.sk Contact info: https://registration.kosicemarathon.com/ Social media: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id100067733989034

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