Cross-border Health Meet-up - Prevention without borders: Tackling health disparities in the Dutch-German border region together
In the Dutch-German border region, communities and health institutions face unique challenges in preventing disease. Although the Dutch and German healthcare systems differ, many of the challenges faced on both sides of the border are surprisingly alike. How can we learn from one another across the border to strengthen prevention efforts and reduce health disparities?
Join us at the next Cross-border Health Meet-up:
Prevention without borders: Tackling health disparities in the Dutch-German border region together
During this event, we will explore the role of prevention in reducing health inequalities and improving health outcomes for communities across the Dutch-German border region. Through inspiring keynotes, practical examples, and interactive discussions, we will share knowledge and strengthen cross-border health collaboration.
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9:30 - 10:00
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Registration + Coffee
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10:00 - 10:15
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Welcome by Moderator
Opening
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10:15 - 10:30
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Introductory Thoughts on Prevention
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10:30 - 11:15
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Keynote 1: Healthy Living Conditions for All: Tackling the Root Causes of Social Inequities in Health
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11:15- 11:35
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Coffee Break
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11:35- 12:35
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Networking Interactive Activity
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12:35- 13:35
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Lunch
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13:35- 14:20
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Keynote 2: The Future of Medicine: 21st Century… and Beyond
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14:20- 14:35
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Health4DE-NL Update
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14:35 - 14:50
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Coffee Break
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14:50 - 15:50
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Parallel Sessions: Examples of Prevention Projects on Both Sides of the Border
1. Chronic Pain and Social Disadvantage: Community-Based Prevention Across Borders
2. From the Emergency Department to Everyday Life: Rethinking Secondary Fall Prevention in Northwest Germany
3. Rehabilitation and Tertiary Prevention in Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty: Cross-Border Perspectives
4. Responding to Regional Needs Through a Dynamic Mental Health Prevention Programme: The Implementation and Ongoing Adaptation of Mentaal Gezond Groningen (Northern Netherlands Mental Health Programme)
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15:50 - 16:05
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Summary Parallel Sessions
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16:05 - 16:15
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Closing
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16:15 - 17:15
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Drinks
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To facilitate your travel
For those travelling from the Netherlands, we have arranged a bus from Groningen to Oldenburg and back. If you would like to make use of the bus, you can indicate this when registering for the event.
Why should you attend?
1. Put border communities at the centre of the conversation: while prevention is high on the agenda, the specific challenges and opportunities faced by disadvantaged communities living in border regions are not always fully recognised.
2. Gain a broader perspective on prevention: Throughout the day, our speakers will share different perspectives on prevention. You will also have the opportunity to hear examples of prevention projects being implemented on both sides of the border.
3. Be inspired by practical examples: discover local initiatives that show how prevention at all levels can contribute to healthier communities across the DE-NL border region.
4. Expand your cross-border network: connect with stakeholders from both sides of the border.
5. Stay informed about the Health4DE-NL Interreg project: discover how it is strengthening cross-border health collaboration.