Health promoting healthcare in a changing world:
Innovation in service provision, healthcare management and health system design
WELCOME!
We look forward to meeting you in Taiwan from April 11th to 13th in 2012. Also known as Formosa, Taiwan is a beautiful island rich with spectacular natural scenery and lively culture. The conference will be held in Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan, a modern metropolis full of energy and vibrant spirits. The main conference will take place at the Taipei International Conference Center (TICC), easily accessible by public transportation within the city.
The 20th International Conference on Health Promoting Hospitals and Health Services (HPH) is a landmark achievement for two reasons. First, it will be the first ever HPH conference to be held outside Europe, taking place in Taipei, Taiwan. Second, being the 20th year of the conference, it is time to reflect upon what HPH has originally set out to do, what the network has achieved so far, and what challenges and changes for the future lie ahead. Program information will be continuously updated at: http://www.hphconferences.org/taipei2012
The International WHO Network of Health Promoting Hospitals and Health Services (HPH) was initiated by the WHO European Branch in 1990. The network advocates health promotion in and by hospitals as a strategy to improve the health gain of patients, their relatives, staff, community and bystanders. The core beliefs of HPH include a vision, a concept, a set of 18 core strategies and five standards that can be linked with an organization's quality management. Please visit the International HPH Network and WHO-HPH Collaborating Center Vienna for more information.
Local Host
The Bureau of Health Promotion is dedicated to improving physical, mental and social health in Taiwan. Established in 2001, the major functions of the Bureau are to actively promote the health of the population, to formulate healthcare policies, to construct health supporting environments, and to assist the public in the self-management of their own health. To help push its agenda, the Bureau works with communities, government departments and related organizations to raise public awareness of healthy lifestyles and reduce health inequalities, aiming to achieve the objective of “health-for-all.” Please visit the Bureau of Health Promotion for more information.
