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EU4Health is a funding program initiated by theEuropean Union (EU) to strengthen healthcare systems across Europe and improve the overall health and well-being of EU citizens. Launched in 2021 as a response to theCOVID-19 pandemic, the program is part of the EU's long-term budget for 2021–2027, with an allocation of €5.1 billion. It is the largest health program ever financed by the EU and focuses on enhancing healthcare resilience, preparedness, and access to healthcare services.[1][2]
The EU4Health program was created in the wake of theCOVID-19 pandemic, which highlighted the need for a more robust healthcare infrastructure across the EU. The program aims to mitigate the healthcare disparities that emerged during the pandemic, especially in preparedness and response capabilities, and to ensure that EU countries can effectively manage future health crises.
EU4Health has four primary objectives:
EU4Health funds a wide range of activities designed to achieve its objectives. Key initiatives include:
EU4Health has an allocated budget of €5.1 billion for the 2021-2027 period. Funds are distributed through grants, tenders, and other financing mechanisms managed by theEuropean Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA). Member states, health organizations, and non-governmental organizations can apply for EU4Health funding to implement health-related projects and initiatives in line with the program's objectives.
The program is overseen by theEuropean Commission, in collaboration with theEuropean Parliament and theCouncil of the European Union. EU4Health works closely with national health authorities, theEuropean Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), and theEuropean Medicines Agency (EMA) to align its initiatives with existing EU health policies.
EU4Health is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping a more integrated and resilient healthcare system in Europe. By addressing weaknesses exposed by the pandemic, the program aims to reduce health inequalities, enhance healthcare accessibility, and promote innovation in health services. The program also supports the EU's goals in digital health and the use of data to improve health outcomes.
