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European health organisations urge EU Member States to support the EU Commission’s proposal for smoke- and aerosol-free environments

Tobacco consumption remains a leading cause of preventable death and disease in the EU, linked to cancer, cardiovascular, and respiratory conditions, with second-hand smoke and novel products posing additional risks. These emerging products often act as gateways to tobacco use and exacerbate harm when used alongside traditional products. To achieve the “tobacco-free generation by 2040” under Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan, expanding smoke-free policies to include outdoor spaces and novel products is crucial. The European Parliament’s failure to reach consensus on 28 November highlights significant challenges in advancing measures to protect public health. Despite overwhelming public support—over 80% of EU citizens […]

International Conference on School Hygiene, Health Promotion and Sustainable Development in Schools and Universities

It is our pleasure to invite you to the International Conference on School Hygiene, Health Promotion and Sustainable Development in Schools and Universities organized by the Research Center in Preventive Medicine, Health Promotion and Sustainable Development from “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy and European Network for Smoking and Tobacco Prevention as part of the Eurest-Rise project. The conference will be held on 21-22 November 2024 in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. During panel discussions, plenary talks, oral presentations as well as a workshop and a round table the following subjects will be addressed: The conference aims to be a platform for […]

9th ENSP-ECTC: Message from Dr Gauden Galea, WHO EUROPE

Strategic Advisor to the Regional Director of the WHO EURO, Dr Gauden Galea, provided a compelling message to the opening ceremony of the 9th ENSP European Conference on Tobacco Control (22-24 October 2024 – Athens, Greece). “Ladies and gentlemen, colleagues, and friends, It is a great pleasure and honor to address you today at the ninth ENSP European Conference on Tobacco Control. It’s inspiring to see so many dedicated advocates united in this important cause. I would also like to congratulate ENSP on 27 years of remarkable advocacy and hard work in tobacco control.We have just celebrated the 20th anniversary […]

9th ENSP-ECTC introduces Advanced Youth Tobacco Policy & Advocacy School: Mastering EU-Level Lobbying (Athens, Greece)

About the Youth School The International Youth Health Organization presents an Advanced Youth Tobacco Policy & Advocacy School: Mastering EU-Level Lobbying; focused on educating the next generation of tobacco control enthusiasts. The aim of the event is to delve into the practical aspects of tobacco control, EU processes, lobbying, and advocacy. By bringing together young professionals from different fields, the event will ensure a strong network of highly motivated and educated individuals who will navigate the future of tobacco control at the national and EU levels. The ENSP European Conference on Tobacco Control, a high-level scientific event, will enhance the educational program, […]

9th ENSP-ECTC: Registration and Call for Abstracts

Save the date for the next ENSP European Conference on Tobacco Control (ECTC) will take place between 22-24 October 2024 in Athens, Greece. The 9th edition of the Conference is co-organized with European Respiratory Society – Tobacco Control Committee and ENSP’s Greek members and esteemed partners, notably the Hellenic Cancer Society and the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. The Call for Abstracts is now open! We welcome abstract submissions on a wide range of topics related to tobacco control, including but not limited to cutting-edge research in tobacco prevention and cessation, policy developments and their impact on public health, addressing health disparities and social determinants of […]

ENSP signs a cooperation agreement with The Arab Union for Human Sciences

A cooperation and consultation agreement has been signed between the European Network for Smoking and Tobacco Prevention and the Arab Union for Human Sciences. The President of the Arab Federation, Dr. Abeer Al-Essawi, stated that the purpose of this cooperation is to leverage the scientific and professional expertise of the European network in the continuous development of the McCain Prize for Smoking Control. This includes participating in the evaluation of the award’s entries across various pillars, with particular emphasis on smoking cessation services, rehabilitation and training programs, and the awareness and health campaigns pillar. ENSP Secretary General, Cornel Radu-Loghin, noted […]

World No Tobacco Day 2024

The Member States of the World Health Organization created World No Tobacco Day in 1987 to draw global attention to the tobacco epidemic and the preventable death and disease it causes. World No Tobacco Day is celebrated every year on May 31. This year’s edition “Protecting the youth from tobacco industry interference” serves as a platform for young people around the world to advocate for government action against predatory tobacco marketing tactics. This industry targets young people, maintaining a cycle of addiction aimed at securing long-term profits. Alarming statistics reveal that children are increasingly turning to e-cigarettes, exceeding adult usage rates in all regions. Worldwide, an estimated 37 million […]

Joint Press Release: European Societies call for an EU Endgame on Tobacco

30 May, Brussels – Ahead of World No Tobacco Day 2024, European scientific, healthcare professional and other civil society organisations call for an EU Endgame on Tobacco. Noting the official pledge by the European Commission in 2021 to help deliver a tobacco free generation, the European Respiratory Society, the European Cancer Organisation, the European Society for Medical Oncology, the European Network for Smoking and Tobacco Prevention, Smoke Free Partnership, the European Lung Foundation, the European Society of Cardiology, Lungs Europe and Lung Cancer Europe jointly call for an acceleration of policy action to make the achievement of that vision a reality. […]

Global Youths’ Declaration Takes Aim at Tobacco Industry Accountability

Global Youth Voices, a movement of youth-led organizations representing over a million of youth worldwide, has come together on a groundbreaking declaration to hold the tobacco industry accountable and rally support to safeguard young people from the industry’s harmful influence. Brussels, 30 May – At a virtual summit on May 25, 2024, the Global Youth Voices (GYV), which ENSPnext is a member, led efforts to address the tobacco industry’s impact on present and future generations. The declaration has broken grounds in youth-initiated calls to action by adopting a comprehensive, multifaceted human rights approach. It demands accountability from the tobacco industry […]

Case study: How Slovenia managed to achieve the changes in the national tobacco legislation

In February 2023, the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Slovenia submitted the proposal of the Act on Amendments to the Restriction of the Use of Tobacco Products Act (in accordance with the Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2022/2100) into public consultation until 30th of March 2023. The proposal included comprehensive changes to tobacco legislation, aiming to enhance public health protections. Key Proposals The proposed amendments introduced several significant changes: Public Consultation and Support Slovenian non-governmental organizations (NGOs) actively participated in the public consultation process. They supported the amendments, issued public statements, and engaged with the media to garner public […]

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European health organisations urge EU Member States to support the EU Commission’s proposal for smoke- and aerosol-free environments

International Conference on School Hygiene, Health Promotion and Sustainable Development in Schools and Universities

9th ENSP-ECTC: Message from Dr Gauden Galea, WHO EUROPE

9th ENSP-ECTC introduces Advanced Youth Tobacco Policy & Advocacy School: Mastering EU-Level Lobbying (Athens, Greece)

9th ENSP-ECTC: Registration and Call for Abstracts

ENSP signs a cooperation agreement with The Arab Union for Human Sciences

World No Tobacco Day 2024

Joint Press Release: European Societies call for an EU Endgame on Tobacco

Global Youths’ Declaration Takes Aim at Tobacco Industry Accountability

Case study: How Slovenia managed to achieve the changes in the national tobacco legislation

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