Connecting Europe’s public health community
The European Public Health Conference brings together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and students to share evidence, debate ideas, and shape public health in Europe.
Registration for the main conference is now closed, as we have reached capacity. There is no waiting list for the main conference.
Registration for the pre-conferences remains open.
General strike on 11 November and rail strikes on 10 and 12 November
A general strike has been called in Spain for Wednesday, 11 November, coinciding with the first day of the main EPH Conference in Bilbao.
In addition, separate strikes affecting Renfe train services have been announced for Tuesday, 10 November (full-day strike) and Thursday, 12 November (partial stoppages). These may cause disruptions to rail travel on both days.
Bilbao Airport is not connected by train and can be reached by bus, taxi or car. The rail strikes are therefore not expected to directly affect airport transfers.
We recognise that this may raise questions for our conference community, particularly around travel arrangements. We are working with our local partners and the venue to minimise potential disruption to the conference.
For the latest travel information, please check directly with your airline, train operator or local transport provider. Conference updates will be published on the EPH Conference website.
The complete scientific programme for the 19th European Public Health Conference in Bilbao is now available. Explore all sessions, speakers and presentations via the link below.
Bilbao – Spain
The 19th European Public Health Conference in Bilbao, Spain, will explore and debate current research and policy challenges in population health. For this conference, we will focus on the highly interconnected issues of urbanization, equity, and climate resilience.
Main conference 11 – 13 November 2026
Pre-conferences 10 November 2026
Urban and global synergies: shaping the future of public health with climate resilience, equity and innovation
EPH Conference in numbers
See how the EPH Conference brought the public health community together in 2025—at scale.
3000+
On-site delegates
230+
Sessions and workshops
18
Conference tracks
Abstract submission has now closed
Participate at the EPH Conference 2026 by sharing your work with colleagues. The EPH Conference offers excellent opportunities to learn from the latest research and practice, to network with experts and colleagues and to expand your professional horizons. Abstract submission was possible until 1 May 2026, 18.00 CEST. Results will be announced via email from 12 June 2026.
User-friendly abstract submission and review
Our online abstract system makes it easy to submit your work, tracks it smoothly through expert review, and ensures accepted abstracts are accurately published in the conference program and abstract book.
User-friendly abstract submission and review
Our online abstract system makes it easy to submit your work, tracks it smoothly through expert review, and ensures accepted abstracts are accurately published in the conference program and abstract book.
The EPH Conference experience
How delegates, speakers, and partners describe the impact of EPH
At EPH Conference you don’t just attend a conference, you enter a network. A place where young professionals can learn, speak, and feel closer to the European public-health environment.
For anyone early in their career, the EPH Conference offers exposure to new ideas, current challenges and ongoing initiatives shaping public health today. For me, it meant knowledge, mentorship, new professional relationships, and a community I hope to meet again across Europe.
Antonio Cristiano
Public Health Resident, Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, ItalyEPH Conference gives you an honest sense of where public health is heading, and puts you in the same rooms as the people shaping that direction. If you want clarity, connection, and inspiration for your career, this conference gives all three.
Dr Jwenish Kumawat
Research Fellow, University College Dublin, IrelandEach conversation at EPH Conference offered a different lens through which to understand European public health challenges, providing both valuable knowledge and meaningful connections with experienced professionals actively shaping the field.
