In memory of Dr Mira Jovanovski-Dasic, Head of SEEHN Secretariat Sofia, Bulgaria, 25-27 November 2024 Representatives from the South Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) Member States, are participating in the highly anticipated Executive Training Course on Global Health Diplomacy in Times of Emergencies and Strengthening Preparedness, held in Sofia, Bulgaria. The event, hosted under the…
Commemoration Ceremony Sofia, Republic of Bulgaria, 25 November 2024 “Together, we are stronger than we could ever be alone.” – Dr. Mira Dasic. Today, the South-Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) community came together both in person in Sofia, and online to honor the extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. Mira Jovanovski-Dasic, a remarkable personality in…
It is with deep sorrow that we share the news of the passing of Dr. Mira Jovanovski-Dasic, the esteemed Head of the Secretariat of the South-Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN). Dr. Dasic was an exceptional leader whose commitment to public health and regional collaboration has profoundly influenced the SEEHN Network and far beyond. Her tireless…
The South-Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) took great pride in its involvement at the inaugural International Congress on Preventive Medicine and Public Health, which took place in Struga, North Macedonia, from October 31 to November 2, 2024. This significant event brought together leading experts and healthcare professionals with the goal of sharing best practices, fostering…
It is with profound sadness that the South-Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) expresses heartfelt condolences on the passing of Dr. Biljana Lakić, a cherished colleague and distinguished leader in mental health. Throughout her career, Dr. Lakić served as an inspiring force in mental health reform and community-based care. From her early years at the University…
On behalf of the South Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) Secretariat and myself, I extend heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Hans Kluge on his unanimous reconfirmation as the Regional Director-elect for the WHO European Region during the recent 74th Regional Committee (RC74).This re-election reflects Dr. Kluge’s outstanding leadership, strong commitment to public health, and dedication to improving the…
October 23, Bucharest – The South-Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) celebrated the official inauguration of the SEEHN Regional Health Development Centre for Health Professionals and Midwives in South-eastern Europe, marking a significant advancement in promoting excellence in nursing and midwifery education and practices across the region. The new RHD Centre, led by the Order of…
The ICN’s 125th Anniversary Celebration took place in Bucharest on 21 and 22nd of October 2024. In honour of ICN’s 125-year journey, celebrating the invaluable contributions and unwavering commitment of nurses to enhancing global health, SEEHN supported the participation of its member states representatives. During this celebration, it was delved into the profound implications of…
This year the South-Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) and the European Health Forum Gastein (EHFG) supported the participation of three SEEHN representatives in the EHFG 2024. Under the main theme “Shifting sands of health – Democracy, demographics, digitalisation”, two participants attended from the Ministry of Health, Romania: Mrs. Mihaela Gîză, Head of the International Relations…
Addressing Mental Health in SEE The South-Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) proudly supports WHO’s theme for World Mental Health Day 2024: “Mental Health at Work”. The SEEHN emphasized the critical role of healthcare workers, particularly nurses, in maintaining public health throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. This year, the SEEHN urges urgent action on nursing burnout, advocating…
The South-Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) and the European Public Health Alliance (EPHA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This MoU marks the beginning of a strategic collaboration aimed at improving public health outcomes and promoting sustainable health systems in the South-Eastern European region. This partnership is rooted in a shared vision of fostering…
EuroHealthNet organized the Members-only capacity-building study visit: Understanding EU decision-making for health improvement and for a meaningful engagement of public health actors’ representatives in the EHFG 2024, held on2– 3 September 2024. The South-Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) supported the participation of Dr Svetlana Nicolaescu, SEEHN Executive Committee Chair and State Secretary of Republic of…
The workshop took place in Bucharest on 29-30 August 2024, organized under the auspices of the SEEHN Secretariat, financed by the WHO Regional Office for Europe and hosted by the Order of Nurses and Midwives in Romania under the umbrella of the SEEHN Regional Health Development Center (RHDC) for Nurses and Midwives. The Sub-Regional Workshop…
The South Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) successfully organized its annual 47th Plenary Meeting, bringing together high-level representatives from member states, Ministries of Health, Directors of the Regional Health Development Centers, diplomatic corps and international partners. The central theme of the 47th SEEHN Plenary Meeting held on 20-21 June in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina was…
SEEHN is pleased to congratulate Dr. Paolo Lauriola, highly experienced in Public health, TAIEX expert, SEEHN collaborator and friend on the election as EPHA President of the Management Board 2024. We wish EPHA and Dr Lauriola success in their future endeavors. Dr. Paolo Lauriola EPHA President
The Ministry of Health; the National Agency of Public Health of the Republic of Moldova and the SEEHN are proud to welcome colleagues from across the SEE region to the highly anticipated meeting focused on the Medical Licensing and Registration System of Health Practitioners. This event will provide valuable insights on the Legal Framework and Related Experiences in the…
Joint StatementOn behalf of the South Eastern Europe Health Network At the 77TH Session of the World Health Assemblywithin the plenary discussion session delivered by BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA[1] Geneva, May 2024 [1] DR. ALEN ŠERANIĆ, HEAD OF DELEGATION OF BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA, MINISTER OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL WELFARE OF THE REPUBLIC OF SRPSKA Your Excellences,…
Banja Luka, May 24, 2024 #SEEHN Secretariat Director Dr Mira Jovanovski Dasic had again the pleasure to meet, after two years, with Director of the Primary Health Care Centre Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Dr Nevena Todorovic. They discussed the outcome of the thematic meeting dedicated to the SECURE FUTURE OF THE…
Happening now!Most South Eastern Europe Health Network (SEEHN) Member States (ALB, BIH, ISR, MNE, MKD, MDA, ROU, SRB) gathered for the Regional Meeting: Secure Future of the Healthcare Workforce and the Provision of High-Quality Health Care: Nursing and Midwifery Challenges and Next Steps, organized on 22-23 May, 2024, in Banja Luka, Republic of Srpska, Bosnia…