health equity; sustainable development plans; transport; active travel; public health
Abstract :
[en] This pilot project provided support for knowledge sharing and policy development to reduce health inequalities in the EU, with a focus on the lifestyle determinants such as alcohol consumption, nutrition and physical activity, particularly in Member States with the greatest needs. The three-year HEPP project started in January 2016 and will finish in December 2018.
The project aimed to reach the above aims by:
Updating scientific evidence and reviewing policies and actions
Conducting case studies on policies and actions in different Member States
Implementing workshops and expert exchange to break barriers to inter-sectoral action on health inequalities
Ensuring synergies and support to the health determinants in related Joint Actions
Facilitating information exchange and collaboration between groups of experts and stakeholders
This case study relates to the sustainable transport policy of Krakow, Poland.
