WHO Report Highlights Ongoing Digital Health Progress in Europe
Geneva, Friday, 5 December 2025.
A recent WHO report outlines advancements and remaining challenges in the digital health transformation across Europe, emphasizing integration of technology in healthcare systems for improved patient care.
Strategic Developments in Digital Health
The WHO’s report illuminates the strategic developments that are crucial for digital health transformation in Europe. It emphasizes the integration of technology into healthcare systems to improve patient care workflows. The report highlights the need for strategic interventions that align with the Regional digital health action plan for the WHO European Region 2023–2030, which aims to support Member States in achieving their digital health goals [1].
Systemic Changes and Long-term Impact
Systemic changes are underway as digital health initiatives continue to evolve. The European Digital Health Summit, a platform fostering collaboration among stakeholders, underscores the importance of integrating digital transformation in health, pharmaceuticals, and workforce development. This summit serves as a catalyst for systemic improvements across Europe’s healthcare ecosystem, promoting capacity building and collaboration among member states [2].
Funding and Innovation Ecosystems
The UNITE Open Call, part of the European Commission’s Regional Innovation Valleys initiative, supports cross-regional digital health projects with €4 million in funding. This initiative is aimed at advancing remote care and health data use, tackling demographic challenges, and creating a borderless European digital health innovation ecosystem. Such funding is essential for fostering innovation and addressing the challenges posed by aging populations [3].
Collaborative Efforts and Policy Recommendations
Collaborative efforts are key to overcoming the challenges of digital health transformation. The European Digital Health Summit provides a platform for stakeholders to share knowledge, explore solutions, and align national strategies. The summit’s outcomes, including policy recommendations and best practices, contribute to ongoing EU initiatives and are made available in an open-access repository, enhancing transparency and collaboration [2].