An exciting addition to our brain health events calendar for 2024 is the recently initiated European Health Forum Gastein, a brand-new hybrid conference, co-funded by the European Union, which is planned to become an annual fixture.
Hosted in the beautiful Gastein valley, Austria, the 2024 edition takes place on 25-27 September under the title Shifting sands of health: Democracy, demographics, digitalisation, featuring a session organised by the Brain Health Mission, the European Academy of Neurology and the European Brain Council.
The session, ‘Promoting brain health for everyone: Taking a holistic approach to neurological & mental health’ takes place on Wednesday, 25 September 2024 at 16:15-17:45.
According to the latest studies, more than 43% of the global population has a neurological disorder and estimates for mental health are 25%. The combined burden of brain disorders represents a major challenge. This requires a holistic concept of brain health which places an emphasis on prevention, optimising quality of life, and on addressing neurological and psychiatric comorbidities. This session will explore the multifaceted concept of brain health, emphasising its impact on healthcare systems, economic well-being, and societal health.
Building on recent research and initiatives, the session will highlight the importance of integrating brain health into national public health policies. Expert panel discussions will address demographic shifts, economic implications, and innovative policies needed to support brain health. Participants will gain insights from national strategies, such as the Swiss Brain Health Plan, and explore how European-level efforts are shaping the future of brain health.
By bringing together perspectives from science, academia, public sector, and civil society, the session aims to foster collaborative approaches and policy interventions.
SPEAKERS
- Paul Boon, Chair, Brain Health Mission
- Frédéric Destrebecq, Executive Director, European Brain Council
- Harris Eyre, Executive Director, Brain Capital Alliance
- Martina Rojnić Kuzman, Executive Committee, European Psychiatric Association
- Mika Martikainen, Chair, Finnish Brain Council
MODERATOR
- Elena Moro, President, European Academy of Neurology
For more information, please visit the European Health Forum Gastein website at EHFG.org
