Lisbon 2024 Fully Booked - Statement by EPH Conference Executive Board

As you may have seen on our website, the EPH Conference 2024 in Lisbon is fully booked.

This year’s event has broken all previous attendance records, and we are deeply grateful for the trust you place in our programme and organization. This record-breaking achievement underscores the importance of public health in Europe and beyond.

Unfortunately, many interested participants that are important to the conference were not able to secure a conference slot in time. 

We understand and acknowledge the disappointment expressed by some regarding the closure of registrations for the upcoming EPH Conference in Lisbon. 

Due to unprecedented interest, this is the first time in our history that we have reached full capacity. As organisers, we are committed to ensuring a safe, high-quality environment for all attendees; therefore, room capacity limitations and security protocols have required this decision.

While we explored ways to accommodate additional participants, including potential no-shows and alternative seating options, our logistical capabilities are fully utilized. At this time, we cannot establish a waitlist or make individual exceptions. We understand the frustration this may cause and are working on long-term solutions to better meet demand in future conferences.

We are made  arrangements to allow some virtual participation and are happy to announce that for the first time, EPH plenary sessions will be broadcast live on our YouTube channel: EPH Conference YouTube and across multiple platforms: EUPHA Linkedin, ANMSP Facebook and APPSP Youtube.
We hope this will foster engagement and allow broader access to key discussions.

We appreciate your enthusiasm for the EPH Conference and your understanding of the challenges we face. This overwhelming interest emphasizes the growing need for shared public health knowledge, and we are committed to expanding our capacity to better meet this demand in the years ahead.

Thank you for your understanding and ongoing support.

On behalf of EPH Conference Executive Board,

Martin McKee, President