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MEPs Mobilising for Diabetes Webinar: Blueprint for Action on Diabetes in the European Union by 2030 Virtual Event



08:00 - 09:00 CET

Moderator:
Bastian Hauck

Opening remarks
MMD co-chairs, MEPs Sirpa Pietikäinen and Christel Schaldemose

What is diabetes in 2021?
Perspectives from people living with diabetes & IDF Europe’s Chair, Dr. Niti Pall

Priorities of the Portuguese Presidency (Video Message)
A representative of the Portuguese Presidency will outline the priorities of the Presidency in relation to health and diabetes.

Introduction to the Blueprint for Action on Diabetes in the European Union by 2030
This will be a presentation of the rationale behind the Blueprint and of the key policy actions necessary to tackle the diabetes challenge in the EU in time to meet the Sustainable Development Goals.

Q&A – Panel discussion
A range of stakeholders will provide their perspectives on the EU Health Priorities and potential alignment with the Blueprint’s objectives

Closing remarks
MMD co-chairs, MEPs Sirpa Pietikäinen and Christel Schaldemose