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Regions for Health Network (RHN)

About RHN

The Regions for Health Network (RHN) was established in 1992 to strengthen the focus on health development in regions in view of their increasing role in Europe. RHN promotes health equity, wide participation in decision-making, and a balance between health promotion, environment, and health care. RHN also works towards strengthening evidence-base at the regional level and showing how regions are important actors in improving the health of the population.

Progress is achieved by emphasizing:

  • Dynamic alliances - members work together at the regional / subnational and local level throughout Europe.
  • Knowledge transfer - we provide a forum for discussion and sharing of ideas and experiences
  • Intersectoral action - members are urged to involve other sectors in promoting health