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Promoting health - should the EU have a role?

Jun 14, 2011

Annika Hedberg

Senior Adviser on climate and sustainability

In this Policy Brief, Annika Ahtonen and Benedetta Guerzoni consider whether the EU can and should have a greater role in health promotion and disease prevention in Europe.

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