For the first time in a decade, the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union has… Read More
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“Homelessness can affect anyone, and more quickly than you might think”: how Austria is leading the way to end homelessness
Neunerhaus, an Austrian social organisation, throws a lifeline, not just a helping hand, to those facing homelessness. In… Read More
Health doesn’t start on the plate; it starts at the farmgate
While food is widely recognised as a cornerstone of health, its impact on our wellbeing extends far beyond… Read More
Big business vs. public health: the hidden forces shaping our health
It’s been 20 years since the European Union (EU) set out to promote better health for all. The… Read More
Creating enabling environments: how innovative approaches can help protect the vulnerable
Editorial What is the power of community? In edition 21 we uncover stories from across Europe to find… Read More
Period poverty: the impact of Scotland’s revolutionary Act one year on
Having access to menstrual products, hygiene facilities, waste management, and education are basic needs. But for many across… Read More
Can municipalities be umbrella settings for health?
Health promotion is the process of enabling people to increase control over, and to improve their health, and… Read More
Can times of crisis provide an opportunity for change for health and wellbeing?
Churchill famously said, “Never let a good crisis go to waste”. The focus on public health since the COVID-19 pandemic has triggered… Read More
Could social innovation be the answer in times of crisis?
Social systems across Europe are under immense strain. This includes the health system, facing – amongst other challenges… Read More
Healthy and active ageing: looking through an economic lens
Improved life expectancy in Europe is a triumph for public health and health services. But it has also… Read More
Children worry about the economy too
Children pick up on conversations more than you probably realise. As turbulent times continue to affect those most… Read More
From crisis to catalyst: it’s time to prioritise health and wellbeing
A cost-of-living crisis is more than just an economic squeeze: it is a public health emergency. A new… Read More
Wellbeing and the rise of the Circus Consultant
Sweden has taken innovative steps to highlight how important the arts are to our health and wellbeing. In… Read More
Why were social factors ignored during the pandemic?
When the COVID-19 pandemic first hit Europe in February 2020, government responses primarily aimed to ‘flatten the curve’ of infection rates to prevent illness… Read More