Monday 12 May - Mental Health: Health Workforce at the Centre

Daily Partners: WHO/EURO Mental Health unit, Mental Health Europe, Health and care workforce section

Daily message

Mental health remains a pressing public health priority that demands sustained attention and action. At the heart of mental health care are the professionals who dedicate their lives to supporting others—yet their own well-being is often overlooked. Healthcare workers, social workers, and caregivers face immense stress, burnout, and resource shortages, all of which can compromise both their health and the quality of care they provide. If we want to build a truly resilient mental health system, we must prioritize and protect those who deliver it.

How can we better support the mental health of health and care professionals? What policies and structural changes are needed to ensure their well-being? How can innovation and technology help create a healthier, more sustainable workforce?

Sub-themes

• Burnout and mental health challenges in health and care.
• Policy solutions for a resilient health and care workforce.
• Training and education for mental health resilience.
• Workplace well-being initiatives in health and care.
• Harnessing digital innovation for health and care professionals.
• Community support and vulnerable groups.
• Mental health as key component of health security.
• Collaboration across disciplines for better mental health care.

By investing in the mental health and resilience of healthcare professionals, we strengthen the entire public health system—ensuring better care for patients and a healthier future for all.

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