Insights & news

The impact of loneliness on men’s mental and physical health

Around 7% of adults across Europe report feeling lonely frequently. But the real prevalence of loneliness is likely to be higher, as stigma can mean people – especially men – stay silent.

Lung Cancer Policy Network launches framework to support implementation of lung cancer screening

The Health Policy Partnership has led the development of a new framework to support the implementation of low-dose computed tomography lung cancer screening.

Demand for recognising non-melanoma skin cancer as an occupational disease published by leading journal

Editorial calling for non-melanoma skin cancer to be recognised as an occupational disease published in the British Medical Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

Barriers in education and at work disadvantage people with inflammatory bowel disease

Improving awareness and understanding of inflammatory bowel disease is an important step towards removing the barriers that people living with the condition face when studying and working.

How can a prevention mindset transform our approach to cardiovascular disease?

To mark the launch of a new national consensus paper on the future of cardiovascular health in Ireland, we reflect on the value of prevention in cardiovascular care.

Tackling chronic disease: a trauma-informed approach

When it comes to causes of chronic disease, are so-called 'lifestyle' risk factors just the tip of the iceberg? Early trauma could be key to addressing the burden of these conditions.

Building health system readiness: from research to impact

Join HPP and the European Health Management Association on 2 March to find out how to ensure that research has a tangible effect on health system readiness.

Why addressing the social determinants of health is essential in cancer policy

The number of people living with and dying from cancer is increasing globally. Social determinants of health are responsible for a large proportion of cancer cases, so addressing them is key to improving health equity.

Cervical cancer prevention offers a valuable opportunity to address global inequalities and improve women’s health

Effective strategies to prevent cervical cancer have been successfully implemented in many countries. However, millions of women around the world are missing out on these, resulting in hundreds of thousands of avoidable deaths each year.

New discussion paper raises awareness of non-melanoma skin cancer as an occupational disease

The Health Policy Partnership has published a new report evaluating the case for non-melanoma skin cancer to be viewed in policy as an occupational disease.

Pandemic preparedness and response must be gender-inclusive to mitigate harms to women

Pandemics don’t impact everyone equally. Women were disproportionately affected by the measures introduced to curb the spread of COVID-19. So how can we do better in responding to future disease outbreaks?

How is ADHD perceived in girls and women?

Definitions of ADD/ADHD and neurodivergence have expanded, but does this go far enough for girls and women, or is there still a gender bias?

Action statement urges governments to choose a new future for cardiovascular health

The Health Policy Partnership (HPP) has published a new action statement on cardiovascular disease (CVD): Governments must choose a new future for cardiovascular health.

Upcoming webinar: ‘A new future for cardiovascular health: how do we unite decision-makers behind the next generation of national CVD plans?’

Join The Health Policy Partnership (HPP) on 22 November at 13.00 GMT / 14.00 CET for a webinar where we’ll be joined by leading experts to discuss how to seek increased political commitment and long-term investment in CVD from governments.

A new infographic from HPP explains the effect of RSV on older adults

During the 2022 National RSV Awareness Month, HPP will be promoting its new infographic that highlights the impact of respiratory syncytial virus on older adults in Europe.

Heart health and the climate crisis: exploring the links between two of the biggest issues at stake today

Cardiovascular disease and climate change are two major challenges to public health, but they are not separate issues. This World Heart Day, it’s time to recognise what connects them.

Time to drop ‘lifestyle’ out of health policy

Blaming non-communicable diseases on individual ‘lifestyle choices’ has blinded us to the much more complex causes for illnesses that now plague our societies. It is time we moved on.

New think piece explores how addressing CVD will have benefits beyond health

The Health Policy Partnership is pleased to publish a new think piece: 'The heart of society: why addressing cardiovascular disease is critical to achieving wider societal goals'.

The Lung Cancer Policy Network launches an interactive map of lung cancer screening

As secretariat to the Lung Cancer Policy Network, HPP is pleased to share the release of the new interactive map of lung cancer screening implementation.

In search of what’s best for the brain

By 2025, more than one million people in the UK will be living with dementia, but we still can’t answer the question: ‘What can I do to lower my risk?’

HFPN opens registrations for the Heart Failure Policy Summit 2022

As secretariat to the Heart Failure Policy Network, we are delighted to announce the launch of the Heart Failure Policy Summit 2022.

Ready, set, go: are our health systems ready to fully integrate digital health?

The COVID-19 pandemic has been the catalyst for massive digital innovation in healthcare. But how can we ensure that health systems are adapted to integrate the available technology for maximum benefit?

Alzheimer’s Research UK to invest £500k into research priorities in sport and brain injury, identified in a joint report with HPP

HPP and Alzheimer’s Research UK have published a report outlining four research priorities to help address knowledge gaps around the links between sport, physical activity and risk of dementia.

The Lung Cancer Policy Network identifies lessons learnt from successful lung cancer screening implementation in a new report

As secretariat to the Lung Cancer Policy Network, HPP is proud to share the publication of its inaugural report, 'Lung cancer screening: learning from implementation'.

My experience with autoimmune encephalitis: a year of recovery

There is still a lot we don’t know about neurological conditions such as autoimmune encephalitis – but through further research and awareness-raising, we can help improve quality of life for people with these conditions.

HPP establishes a clearer picture of national cardiovascular disease strategies in new think piece

The Health Policy Partnership is pleased to publish a new think piece which aims to shed light on inspiring national responses to cardiovascular disease.

HPP shines a light on the importance of health systems being ready for change

HPP is excited to launch a new programme of work which aims to highlight the importance of health system readiness.

HPP’s depression scorecard for Belgium identifies areas for improvement in care

The Health Policy Partnership has applied its depression scorecard framework to Belgium, assessing national-level policy, the delivery of mental health care and priority areas for action.

HPP and the Lung Ambition Alliance establish an international network to improve survival from lung cancer

The Lung Cancer Policy Network is a global alliance of world-renowned experts in lung cancer and cancer screening, united by a common goal of making lung cancer a policy priority worldwide.

Sharing benefits from the use of biosimilar medicines across care pathways

The appropriate use of biosimilar medicines can expand treatment to more patients and create savings for health systems. These savings can then be re-invested to improve outcomes.