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Dear EUPHA Public Health Economics (EUPHA-ECO) members,
For those new to the section, besides announcing the upcoming events, this newsletter includes (1) previous and upcoming conferences, (2) news on European health systems and policies; and (3) job positions. Feel free to .
1st European Public Health Economics conference 2025 (Palermo, Italy)
We were thrilled to welcome approximately 70 participants from across Europe and beyond to the first EPHE Conference, co-organised by the EUPHA Public Health Economics Section, SiTi, AIES, the University of Palermo, and BEST-COST.
What happened:
- The conference opened with a dynamic keynote by Dr. Miqdad Asaria (LSE) on Health Equity and Climate Change, setting the tone for two days of high-level discussions.
- Two plenary sessions explored methodological innovations and real-world impact:
- Monetising Health: Methods & Practice (led by BEST-COST)
- Health Equity and Climate Change
- More than 50 presentations were delivered in parallel sessions, covering:
- Economic evaluations
- Mental health and early interventions
- Resource allocation and system sustainability
- Ageing and long-term care
- Cost-of-illness studies
- Health inequalities and social determinants
- Two project showcases and discussions of working papers promoted collaborative feedback and future research directions. Posters were on display throughout, contributing further insights and stimulating informal exchanges.
- We also awarded the best sessions and presentations during the conference!
- Best working paper – Eduardo Costa – “Beyond Branded vs. Generic: Exploring the role of pharmacies on Out-of-Pocket payments in Generic Drug Markets”
- Best oral presentation – Ingyin Moe – “Excess healthcare consumption and costs associated with early mental health problems in pre-school children in Sweden”
- Best poster – Christian Krauth – “Decision-analytic modelling of costs & benefits of adding sigmoidoscopy to CRC screening in Germany”
We thank all speakers, presenters, discussants, and attendees for making this a truly collaborative and inspiring event for the health economics and public health communities.
We look forward to welcoming you again soon and we encourage you to join our section for continued collaboration and exchange.
Upcoming conferences
European Public Health Conference 2025 (EPH Conference)
Helsinki, 12–15 November 2025
Theme: “Investing in a healthy future: supporting resilient health systems through policy, research and practice”
The EPH Conference is the largest annual public health gathering in Europe. It will bring together thousands of researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to exchange ideas, present new research, and shape the future of public health.
The EUPHA Public Health Economics section will play an active role in this edition, including:
- Organising several scientific workshops and skills-building seminars
- Co-leading a pre-conference on causal inference and simulation models for policy evaluation
- Facilitating discussions on the economic evaluation of public health interventions and cross-country policy assessments
Join us in advancing a strong and equitable public health future at this landmark event.
Early bird registration deadline: 15 July 2025
European Burden of Disease Network – Summer School
Ghent, Belgium
The second edition of this successful Summer School includes three intensive short courses focused on burden of disease methodologies. Two are already full, but one is still open for application:
27–29 August 2025 – Burden of infectious diseases
Registration open while spots remain
19th Portuguese Health Economics Conference (CNES)
Porto, 30–31 October 2025
Organised by the Portuguese Association of Health Economics (APES), this event brings together researchers and practitioners working across health and economics.
Abstract submission deadline: 30 June 2025
Registration deadline: 30 September 2025
XXX National Conference of the Italian Health Economics Association (AIES)
Verona, 11–12 December 2025
This edition of the AIES conference will explore how data and evidence shape the future of health systems and policy, with contributions from academia and industry.
Abstract submission deadline: 30 September 2025
Registration deadline: 15 November 2025
NPI Summit 2025 – Non-Pharmacological Intervention Society
Paris, 15–19 October 2025
This international summit brings together leading experts to explore innovative clinical and public health non-pharmacological interventions. A unique chance to showcase research, connect across disciplines, and shape future directions in NPI.
Abstract submission deadline: 30 June 2025
News on European health systems and policies
#1 – Denmark’s new cancer plan places prevention at its core.
Denmark has launched an ambitious with a strong focus on prevention and early detection. The plan includes increased tobacco taxation, expanded HPV vaccination coverage, tighter alcohol regulations, and broader screening programs. With cancer cases expected to rise by 50% by 2040, Denmark aims to reduce incidence through lifestyle interventions and environmental regulation, setting a European example of upstream, population-level cancer control.
#2 – The EU intensifies action on climate risks through a new resilience strategy.
In response to mounting evidence from the European Climate Risk Assessment (EUCRA), the European Commission unveiled a to better manage and anticipate climate risks. The plan outlines urgent adaptation needs across sectors—health, water, food, ecosystems, and infrastructure—and highlights that Europe is heating twice as fast as the global average. Potential GDP losses could reach €2.4 trillion by 2050. The strategy includes new governance mechanisms, improved tools and early warning systems, and a focus on resilient planning and finance to protect citizens and the economy.
#3 – Citizens call for a fairer EU budget and stronger public investment.
The European Citizens’ Panel on the EU Budget has issued its , calling for greater transparency, simplicity, and alignment with citizens’ priorities. Key proposals include boosting funding for health, environment, and education; better fiscal fairness; and a rethinking of national contributions and EU tax sources. The panel’s voice feeds into upcoming decisions on the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF), with an emphasis on participatory budgeting and strategic investment in well-being and resilience.
Job positions
(Public Health Economics) @ Erasmus Rotterdam University, Netherlands (deadline: 30th June)
(Economics) @ Roma Tre University, Italy (deadline: 16th July)
(Ageing Economics) @ University of Bologna, Italy (deadline: 7th July)
(Health Economics) @ University of Newcastle, Australia (30th June)
Please don’t hesitate to for more information about the open positions.
Recent papers
We are interested in knowing what you are working on! if you would like us to share your recent publications.
We hope to meet you soon!
João Vasco Santos, MD MPH PhD () – EUPHA-ECO President
Vanessa Gorasso, MSc () – EUPHA-ECO Vice-President
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