Networking Break

Uniting across borders for health

Innovative approaches to cross-border cooperation between Lower Austria and its neighbours?

Organised by the Healthacross Initiative and the WHO Regions for Health Network

Join us for this engaging Networking Break to explore the latest WHO publication on cross-border collaboration in healthcare. This innovative report highlights successful strategies developed and implemented by Lower Austria in partnership with neighbouring countries. It examines the gradual provision of outpatient care and the exchange of medical expertise across four border regions in Czechia (specifically the regions of South Bohemia and South Moravia), Hungary and Slovakia, under the leadership of the Healthacross Initiative in Lower Austria.

Discover how these collaborative efforts are breaking barriers, improving healthcare access, and addressing unmet health needs in border regions. Gain practical knowledge on building successful cross-border projects and learn effective strategies for engaging with local stakeholders. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with experts, exchange ideas, and gain valuable insights into fostering international public health partnerships.

Lower Austria is a member of the WHO Regions for Health Network (RHN). The RHN Secretariat is hosted by the WHO Venice Office.