With the global increase in the prevalence of non-communicable diseases, health systems are moving towards the implementation of prevention strategies to support healthier communities.

However, this change is not easy due to current systems challenges worldwide:  unsustainability, increasing demand, lack of integrated services, reactive care models that fail to prioritize the needs of vulnerable populations etc. Even more, "the prevention agenda" is becoming "a trendy and commercial topic" risking to move away from evidence and to be used to satisfy political interests. 

Prevention is a fundamental aspect of the work of family doctors (FDs) but "how" we deliver that function brings debate in professional forums. 

EUROPREV plays a pivotal role in this context and we believe next “Madrid 2026’s forum” is a perfect opportunity to share  evidence and experiences that will support European and International primary care networks to move "Towards a safe, effective and person-centered prevention"

Warm regards,

Dr. Carlos Brotons & Dr. Laura Rodriguez
2026 Forum Co-Chairs