From the editor
Europe stands at a crossroads: our health systems generate some of the most valuable data in the world, yet fragmentation and legal barriers continue to hold us back. We cannot afford to let national silos, institutional distrust, or outdated infrastructure limit our ability to deliver better care, accelerate research, and prepare for future health challenges. It’s time to act—decisively and collaboratively—to make health data work for all Europeans.
By investing now in shared infrastructure, clear legal frameworks, and high-impact pilot projects, we lay the groundwork for health systems that are not only smarter and more connected, but also more resilient to the complex challenges of tomorrow—from ageing populations to global pandemics.
The future of Europe’s health systems depends on our ability to harness data in ways that are secure, equitable, and effective. I think federated models should be used to enable real-time insights, faster responses to public health threats, and more personalised care—without compromising privacy or national governance. And you can read more about that in a thought piece on the EHFF website.
Adam Skali, Director of Innovation and Scientific Programs,
International eHealth Forum, Morocco
Also…It’s a pleasure to announce that the Call for Abstracts for the International e-Health Forum 2025 (IeHF25) is now open! Join a vibrant community of over 180 speakers and 6,000 attendees from 30+ countries to shape the future of healthcare.
This is a unique opportunity for researchers, innovators, and digital health professionals to showcase their work on a global stage. This is more than a conference—it’s a platform to amplify ideas, connect with global leaders, and contribute to the evolution of digital health.
We look forward to your contributions!
November 25–27, 2025 | Casablanca, Morocco
Université Mohammed VI des Sciences et de la Santé – UM6SS
Submission guidelines here, Submit to: publications@iehealthf.ma
Deadline: September 30, 2025
Event to meet the editor!
BioTechX Europe 2025 – Connecting Innovation, Policy, and Practice in Biotech
October 6–8, 2025 | Congress Center Basel, SwitzerlandBioTechX is Europe’s leading event at the intersection of diagnostics, precision medicine, and digital transformation in pharma and biotech. With over 3,000 participants from industry, academia, healthcare systems, and government, the conference is a key space for exploring the future of data-driven innovation in life sciences.I will be attending this year’s BioTechX to contribute to discussions and share key insights from across our work—especially the latest developments from the ElevateHealth initiative.
ElevateHealth is a cross-sector collaboration focused on rethinking care for people with rare and complex conditions. By modeling patient journeys through the micro (individual), meso (organizational), and macro (system) levels, the project provides tools to strengthen value-based, person-centered care pathways across Europe.
In addition to participating in the main sessions, we will also be organizing a dedicated side event during BioTechX, convening a select group of policymakers, pharma leaders, public health experts, NGOs, and think tanks. The aim is to connect evidence, implementation strategies, and system transformation efforts in a meaningful way.
If you’re attending BioTechX, I’d be delighted to meet—please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’ll be sharing results, lessons, and next steps from ElevateHealth, and look forward to advancing this important dialogue with peers and collaborators from across the ecosystem.
NHS W4H 2030 Seminar 1
Thursday 17th July 2025 11:00 – 13:00 (GMT+1)
Our Duty of Care: Protecting Mental Health and Preventing Burnout in Health and Care Workers
Health and care workers play a crucial role in safeguarding our global population. However, they can be exposed to chronic workplace stress and high demands, often with insufficient organisational, workplace, and mental health support in place to protect their wellbeing. Lars Münter will join global panel on burnout and innovation in data tools and management to prevent it.
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Reports on data – to consider reading yesterday
On May 21, 2025, the European Commission introduced a proposal to amend the GDPR as part of the “Simplification Omnibus Bill IV.” This initiative aims to reduce administrative burdens, especially for SMEs, without compromising the core principles of data protection
Luxembourg has launched its Data Strategy 2030 to boost digital sovereignty through AI, quantum tech, and data infrastructure. With 33 actions and flagship projects in health, education, and cybersecurity, it aims to enable innovation, ensure inclusivity, and support precision medicine via AI, genomics, and the MeluXina supercomputer.
The World Economic Forum’s 2025 report, The Future of AI-Enabled Health, highlights the need for trustworthy, people-centered AI in healthcare. It calls for strong governance, inclusive innovation, and global collaboration to ensure AI improves care delivery, equity, and outcomes.
Upcoming health data events
World Health Summit 2025
Dates: October 12–14, 2025 | Berlin, Germany & Online
A flagship international forum for global health, this year’s World Health Summit will focus on the theme “Taking Responsibility for Health in a Fragmenting World.” It will convene leaders from government, academia, industry, and civil society to shape the future of health governance, innovation, and equity.
Frontiers Health 2025
Dates: November 11–12, 2025 | Berlin, Germany
Celebrating its 10th edition, Frontiers Health brings together innovators, investors, corporates, and policy makers in a dynamic setting focused on digital health transformation, including AI-powered solutions, digital therapeutics, and ecosystem partnerships.
MEDICA 2025
Dates: November 17–20, 2025 | Düsseldorf, Germany
As one of the world’s largest medical B2B trade fairs, MEDICA 2025 will host over 5,000 exhibitors from 70+ countries and attract 80,000+ visitors. The event will showcase breakthroughs in medical imaging, diagnostics, health IT, mobile health, and robotics—making it a critical touchpoint for digital health stakeholders.
International eHealth Forum 2025 (IeHF)
Dates: November 25-27, 2025 | Casablanca, Morocco
Held annually in Morocco, the International eHealth Forum brings together global leaders in healthcare, technology, and policy to advance digital health. Organized by the e-Health Innovation Center, the forum explores key themes such as AI in medicine, telehealth, data privacy, and digital inclusion. With over 5,000 participants, IeHF fosters collaboration and innovation to strengthen digital health ecosystems across Africa and beyond.
Upcoming policy events
Digital Health Summer Schools 2025
July 17–18, 2025 | University of Warwick, UK
A cornerstone event for NHS digital leadership, focusing on the evolving roles of CCIOs, CIOs, CNIOs, and future leaders. The agenda will explore practical strategies for strengthening digital leadership and collaboration across the UK health system.
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Together4Health
September 16-18, 2025 | Aalborg, Denmark
As part of the Danish EU Presidency, the Together4Health conference will focus on new perspective for transforming and integrating the Healthcare systems and sectors. We wish to promote innovation and foster groundbreaking solutions to drive the development of tomorrow’s health and care systems. Lars Münter and Nina Sønderberg are leading a breakout panel on future health workforce with Natasha Azzopardi (WHO Europe), Charlotte Marchandise (EUPHA), and a representative of the JA PreventNCD Youth Action Group.
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European Health Forum Gastein (EHFG) 2025
September 30 – October 3, 2025 | Bad Hofgastein, Austria
Europe’s leading health policy forum returns with a 2025 focus on system resilience, digital transformation, and cross-sector health integration. Policymakers, academics, and civil society will gather to co-shape inclusive, sustainable European health policies. Lars Münter and Nina Sønderberg will participate and report.
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18th European Public Health Conference
November 12–14, 2025 | Helsinki, Finland
Hosted by EUPHA, this year’s conference will address sustainable investment in health, advancing equity, and embedding public health into policy frameworks. A vital platform for shaping public health strategies across Europe. Lars Münter will join panel to talk about innovation in health investments and funding streams.
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(Free) Exchange programme for mental health professionals
EU-PROMENS project, which is a capacity building in mental health and has been implemented in all EU member states, Iceland, Norway and Ukraine. EU-PROMENS is financed by the European Commission under the EU4Health Programme.
The second wave of the Exchange Programme is now open for Croatia, the Czech Republic and Austria until 12 July, for the Netherlands until 1 August and for Finland until 31 October. Registration for Spain will open soon. Please note that the project will cover all travel, accommodation and board costs of the Exchange Programme participants.
How the Wellbeing of People and Planet are Connected
David Somekh co-chair the WEAll Health Working Group. This webinar from June 24th is the second webinar in a series “How the wellbeing of people and planet are connected”.
It was a detailed and thought provoking discussion that highlighted the interconnectedness of health and planetary health, drawing parallels to systems thinking in healthcare.
Read more.
Why Your Next Innovation Will Die (And It’s Not Regulation’s Fault)
New article by Daniel Steenstra, first of a series on designing healthcare’s future, where we’ll explore why traditional transformation approaches fail and what healthcare leaders must do differently. Today’s brutal truth: you’re fighting the wrong enemy.
Read full article here.
New EHFF Working Group on Women’s Health
The face(s) of our new working group on women’s health in their first meeting. This group will continue with monthly meetings – working towards a future-fit perspective on this, combining issues of health, workplaces, justice sector, labour market, ageing, and more.
The first meeting was bursting with perspectives and insights from the amazing members that could make it in this busy season, but there’s certainly still room for many other experiences, insights, and skill sets. Stay tuned also for a great blend of collaborations, publications, webinars, and events to also reflect and share to other groups.
Write to Nina Soenderberg to learn more.
More Domain Experts Newsletters Coming Up
From the beginning of 2025 we’ve asked and found a series of domain experts in our forum to share their insights in the key domains they thrive in. This newsletter is the first of these. Coming newsletters will share more from these special editors and experts.
You are welcome to join this dedicated group – or just share tips or insights from previous or coming events that you think we should include in coming newsletters.