Although age is a risk factor, there are other modifiable factors that can influence dementia risk and disease progression. Angela Bradshaw, the Director for Research at Alzheimer Europe, emphasises the need for more comprehensive interventions across multiple areas to support dementia prevention
Paul De Raeve, Manuel Ballotta, and Nada Rakabi from the European Federation of Nurses Associations (EFN) discuss the European Commission's current efforts regarding EU preparedness, highlighting what this means for the nursing workforce and how the EFN is helping to shape policies.
Geoffrey Roth, member of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, highlights the mental health crisis faced by Indigenous Peoples. He advocates for a holistic approach to health that connects mental wellbeing with cultural identity, community governance, and environmental health, as emphasized in the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Professor Susanna Price, Chair of the European Society of Cardiology’s Advocacy Committee, advocates for improved early detection and addressing inequalities in cardiovascular disease prevention, the leading cause of death worldwide.
Steve Norman from Sustain Commercial Solar Ltd guides us through a smarter approach to sustainability when it comes to powering net zero in housing and healthcare.
If technology seeks to transform oncology practice, it must solve three big needs: data, training and trust. Annemiek Snoeckx, Co-Chair of the Digital Health Network at the European Cancer Organisation, explains.
Air pollution poses a significant environmental health risk, resulting in approximately 6.7 million premature deaths annually due to both ambient and household air pollution....
Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions represent one of the most significant and growing health challenges facing the UK today. Cathy Monaghan, Public Affairs and Policy Officer at the Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance, posits for stronger policy action to support those affected.
Violence against women, particularly intimate partner violence, is a serious public health concern. Lorna Rothery spoke with Britta Baer, Regional Advisor on Violence Prevention at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), about the risks and effects of violence, along with strategies for prevention and protection.
Claire Bury, the Deputy Director-General of DG Health and Food Safety (SANTE) at the European Commission, highlights how the EU is actively addressing the challenges of climate change to ensure that Europe’s food systems remain prepared and safe.
Drs Francesc Xavier Cos Claramunt and Carmen Hurtado, representatives of the European Diabetes Forum (EUDF), discuss the prevalence and challenges associated with diabetes management and the health-related policies needed to support prevention and early diagnosis.
Water pollution from environmental toxins poses a serious threat to global health, especially for vulnerable populations. Asal Shirazi BEM, Founder and CEO of the Autoimmune Support & Awareness Foundation UK, discusses the mechanisms of pollution and the health effects.
The Health Tech Alliance explores how looking beyond costs to examine value-based procurement will impact health technology and innovation within the NHS.
Discover the agricultural policy priorities of the governments of Canada and Ontario, with commentary on supporting farmers, producers, and agri-food businesses in the country.
