#1675792: EU Health Policy Conference - 20-05-2025 - Brussels, 14:00 - 18:30
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14:00 - 14:30 PLENARY: Building the European Health Union - A solid foundation for the future The European Commission is focusing on building a strong European Health Union with the aim of improving the resilience of Europe’s health systems and better protecting the health of its citizens. A key component will be equipping the EU and its Member States to better prevent and address health crises, as well as the harmonisation of health services across the EU. Join this plenary session to discuss the various challenges and opportunities in aligning the EU’s health systems, with an emphasis on the Critical Medicines Act and its role in increasing innovation and affordability. CONFIRMED KEYNOTE SPEAKER Sandra Gallina, Diretor-General for Health and Food Safety, European Commission 14:30 - 15:30 PANEL: The EU Pharmaceutical Legislation - Ensuring fair access to medicines for all The EU is reforming its pharmaceutical legislation to improve access to medicines across all Member States. How can policies balance innovation, affordability, competitiveness, public health needs and sustainability requirements? Join this session to explore key regulatory changes and their impact on patients, healthcare systems, the pharmaceutical industry and the environment. Confirmed Panelllists: Steffen Saltofte, CEO, Zentiva Further panellists to be announced soon. This panel is supported by Zentiva 15:35 - 16:20 PANEL: AI and health – Realising their full potential AI has unlocked new avenues for health research and medical innovation by enabling faster diagnoses, drug discovery, and disease prevention strategies. To fully leverage these advancements, the European Health Data Space must overcome several challenges. Join this session to discuss the importance and obstacles of standardised frameworks and collaboration among EU countries. Confirmed Panelllists: Marco Marsella, Director, Digital, EU4Health and Health Systems Modernisation, DG SANTE, European Commission Further panellists to be announced soon. 16:20 - 16:40 COFFEE BREAK 16:40 - 17:25 PANEL: The Critical Medicines Act - Securing supply and access in the EU Through its Critical Medicines Act, the EU is aiming to strengthen pharmaceutical resilience by securing supply chains, preventing shortages, and ensuring equal access to essential medicines across Member States. Join this session to discuss how this initiative can balance security, innovation and affordability, while keeping in mind the supply needs of different Member State healthcare systems. Confirmed Panelllists: Vytenis Andriukaitis MEP, Member, SANT Committee, European Parliament Further panellists to be announced soon. 17:30 - 18:15 PANEL: Shaping the future of Europe’s pharma and biotech – Enhancing competitiveness and innovation Enhancing Europe’s competitiveness in pharma and biotech is essential for the European Health Union to thrive in a rapidly evolving global landscape. Join this session to discuss updating and reforming pharmaceutical legislation and challenges such as supply chain resilience, fair pricing mechanisms, and fostering an environment that encourages research and development. Confirmed Panelllists: Arjon Van Hengel, Deputy Head of Unit, Health Innovations & Ecosystems, DG RTD, European Commission Danielle Brady, Senior Policy Analyst for the Social Europe and Wellbeing programme, European Policy Centre (EPC) |
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| More info: | https://events.euractiv.com/event/info/health-policy-conference |
| Date added | April 10, 2025, 3:43 p.m. |
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| Source | EurActiv |
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| Venue | Brussels, May 20, 2025, midnight - May 20, 2025, midnight |
| Country | Belgium |