Applied Health Economics
Online Open Day #1

Wednesday, November 27 at 3:00 PM

Learn all about the new Master's degree programme in English!

Health Economics,
Policy, and Innovation Institute

The Health Economics, Policy and Innovation Institute (HEPII) works on impactful research in health economics and policy and trains future leaders in the field. It brings together experts from disciplines such as medicine, economics, public health or technology to address complex societal challenges and find sustainable solutions.

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The Institute was founded in 2023 and focuses on topics that include ageing populations, rising healthcare costs and emerging treatments. It aims to become a leading centre for health economics, health policy and innovation in Central Europe.

News from HEPII

1 Dec 2023

Bilance - ČT

In a recent episode of the programme "Bilance" on ČT, viewers could see comments by health care personalities, journalists and economists on the current situation in the Czech health care system. Among the guests who shared their views on current topics was Jakub Hlávka.

27 Nov 2023

Konference Stáří spojuje 2023 - Tvořím tedy jsem

The recent "Stáří spojuje 2023 - Tvořím tedy jsem" conference not only enriched us professionally, but also inspired us. The event provided a forum for sharing new ideas, research findings and wide-ranging discussions on a topic that unites us all: population ageing and the challenges and opportunities it presents. The conference reflected on topics such as creating a friendly environment for the elderly, caring for an ageing population and harnessing the potential of the elderly in society. Discussions focused on intergenerational cooperation, inclusive care and tackling dementia.

7 Nov 2023

Jakub Hlávka warns about the unsustainability of healthcare in a Medical Tribune interview

Medical Tribune: Sustainability of today's health care system is not possible. There will be a shortage of people and funding. Read the interview of Adela Čabanová from Medical Tribune with Jakub Hlávka here zde

8 Oct 2023

Jakub Hlávka at the European Balneology Congress in Karlovy Vary

Jakub Hlávka at the European Congress of Balneology in Karlovy Vary drew attention to the growing problems of the healthcare system in connection with the ageing population.

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Invitations from HEPII

27 Nov

Applied Health Economics Online Open Day #1

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Do you want to learn how economics can contribute to a better healthcare system? Join us on 27 November for an online Open Day to find out all about the new Master's degree programme in Applied Health Economics. We'll discuss the admissions procedure, the curriculum, internships or graduate jobs.

28 Nov

Alexander Ahammer: The Labor and Health Economics of Breast Cancer (HEPII Seminars)

2:00 PM

We estimate the long-run labor market and health effects of breast cancer among Austrian women. Compared to a random sample of same-aged non-affected women, those diagnosed with breast cancer face a 22.8 percent increase in health expenses, 6.2 percent lower employment, and a wage penalty of 15 percent five years after diagnosis...

12 Dec

Serena Trucchi: Alcohol Consumption in an Empty Nest (HEPII Seminars)

2:00 PM

Alcohol consumption among older adults has been drawing public health interest due to the rising use of alcohol in the growing elderly population. This paper adds to the understanding of alcohol consumption in later life by investigating the impact of a specific life event: the transition to an empty nest, when adult children leave the parental home...

15 Dec–30 Apr