ACTIVITIES OF THE EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF PAEDIATRICS: ADDRESSING STRATEGIC ISSUES AND SHAPING THE FUTURE PROSPECTS
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https://doi.org/10.32782/umv-2025.1.6Keywords:
European Academy of Paediatrics, activities, issues, prospects, childrenAbstract
The purpose of the publication is to analyze the activities of the European Academy of Paediatrics from 2022 to present with a focus on addressing strategic issues and shaping the future prospects.Materials and methods. An analysis of the issues discussed by national delegates at the meetings of the European Academy of Paediatrics, the topics of the sent questionnaires, extracts from the secretariat and data from the official website of the society was conducted (https://www.eapaediatrics.eu).Results and discussion. Brief information is provided on the childhood diseases discussed at the meetings, which require a great deal of focus in different parts of Europe. The topics of prematurity and its impact on the healthcare system were actively discussed. The problem of adolescence is a hot topic today, with the need for comprehensive dissemination of sexual education, better access to contraception, prevention of teenage pregnancy, and the importance of providing individual support to young parents and their children. Much attention is paid to an early detection of patients with metabolic diseases and timely prescription of therapy. Emphasis is placed on the possibility of preventing many diseases through vaccination and preventing injuries by following safety rules.Conclusions. The European Academy of Paediatrics seeks solutions to current paediatric problems and defends the rights of children and medical workers at the international level.
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