We are proud to have initiated the debate “Heart Health” together with Nordic Healthcare Group Denmark.
Mental health among Danes has declined.
In 2023, 25% of the adult population reported having poor mental health – a significant increase compared to previous years, particularly affecting younger age groups.
The proportion of individuals with severe obesity is increasing.
In 2023, 18% of adults were severely overweight. Severe obesity raises the risk of several serious diseases, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and at least 13 different forms of cancer.
Many Danes lead sedentary lifestyles.
In 2023, 31% of adults were physically inactive. Physical inactivity contributes to numerous health issues such as cardiovascular disease and musculoskeletal disorders — and has a negative impact on the Danish economy. The care and treatment of inactive citizens cost society approximately five billion DKK per year.
In this panel debate, the public sector, private sector, and civil society come together to discuss and explore future solutions on how we can improve public health and get Denmark’s circulation system — literally and figuratively — running better.
We ask the question:
“How can the new health structure — with stronger health councils, greater incentives for collaboration, and an increased focus on prevention and health promotion — make a real difference?”
Debate moderator:
Ellen Trane Nørby, former Minister of Health
Panel participants:
Mads W. Ø. Larsen, General Manager, Novo Nordisk Denmark
Lars Peter Busch, CEO, IQNITER (Tæl Hjerter)
Morten Ørsted-Rasmussen, CEO, The Danish Heart Association
Katrina Feilberg Schouenborg, Director, Danish Chamber of Commerce – Health & Life Science
Lars Gaardhøj, Chairman, Capital Region of Denmark
Christian Budde, Alderman for Health and Care, Aarhus Municipality
