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Rethinking health: International Symposium in Singapore 2025!
International Health Conference in Singapore (September 1-3, 2025): Innovations to combat noncommunicable diseases and promote mental health.
Rethinking health: International Symposium in Singapore 2025!
The INHPF Annual Meeting and Symposium 2025 has just been announced in Bangkok and will take place in Singapore from September 1st to 3rd. This year the event's motto is “Inspiring Healthier Living: Challenging Conventions with Bold Solutions”. The goal is clear: it is about exchanging international health guidelines and innovations in order to address the global challenges in health care with new approaches. A wide range of topics will be addressed, reflecting the current challenges posed by the rise in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and mental health problems.
Several prominent organizations will take part in the symposium. Among others, the Foundation for the Promotion of Health, VicHealth and HealthWay from Australia, the Singapore Health Promotion Board and the WHO-WPRO. South Korean and Taiwanese institutions as well as representatives from Tonga are also expected. Therefore, the meeting promises to be a true melting pot of ideas and initiatives, bringing together health authorities from Asia Pacific, Africa and global partners to share best practices and develop common solutions.
Growing health challenges
Despite intensive efforts to reduce the prevalence of NCDs, the situation remains tense. The frequency of mental health problems is particularly alarming in Thailand - around 13.4 million people are affected, with those affected particularly often being men and young adults aged 18 to 24. The need to take action against risk factors such as tobacco, alcohol and sugar is becoming increasingly clear. E-cigarettes, which are particularly popular among young people, are also increasingly coming into focus.
A digital strategy could open up new avenues here. Technological approaches such as the link to the 1323 mental health hotline promise to improve access to health services and reach a wider audience. Innovative ideas such as the “Co-Investment Model” to support community projects or the “Good Walk Score” to assess pedestrian safety in cities could make a decisive contribution to improving the quality of life.
A look into the future
Similar to Singapore, which is cleverly using technology to improve access to healthcare services, Thailand could benefit from the approaches being discussed and the sharing of experiences. At the recent 2023 Health Promotion Funds International Conference in Thailand, over 300 participants from different countries gathered to share innovative approaches and intensify collaboration. Dr. Alessandro Dimeo, President of the INHPF, and Dr. Supreda Adulyanont from the Thai Health Promotion Fund highlighted the importance of such meetings to work together to create health prospects that are equitable and sustainable.
In summary, it can be seen that the challenges in the area of health are unmistakable globally, but also regionally. With initiatives such as the upcoming INHPF Annual Meeting in Singapore and the constant search for new ideas, Thailand remains in the conversation and active in combating NCDs and promoting mental health. The partnerships between the different institutions can make a crucial difference here.