The Centre for 21st Century Public Health (C21PH) is pleased to announce that Professor Eleonora Fichera, Deputy Director of Research, will present her research at two international events.
On 29 August, Professor Fichera will be delivering two lectures at the Applied Health Econometrics and Health Policy Summer school. This summer school is organised by the University of Bergamo, Italy, and brings together economists, statisticians, econometricians, healthcare managers, and scientists to address issues in the field of healthcare and health policy. Professor Fichera’s lectures will be on “Environment and health: the impact of pollution on health, well-being and productivity”.
On 3 September, Professor Fichera will be attending the 12th European Health Economics Association (EuHEA) PhD & Supervisor Conference in Brussels, Belgium. This conference, organised by the Université Catholique de Louvain, provides a unique opportunity for PhD students and early career researchers in health economics to present their research alongside their PhD supervisors. Professor Fichera will be accompanied by her PhD student Tommy Clyde, who will present on “Female reservation policy and neonatal mortality in India”.
Professor Fichera is a leading expert in health economics, in particular on the socio-economic determinants of health in high and low- and middle-income countries. Recent research published by Professor Fichera has looked at the impacts of low-emission zones on sick leave, physical health, and mental well-being. This research found that low-emission zones save lives and money, with evidence that areas with low-emission zones have a reduction in sick leave, a drop in the incidence of health problems, and a decrease in respiratory issues. Improvements in happiness, life satisfaction, and reduced anxiety have also been reported in these areas.
Professor Fichera comments:
I look forward to participating in both of these events where I will discuss research related to the impact of the built environment on physical health, well-being and job productivity. It will also be an opportunity to contribute to the research and professional development of students and Early Career Researchers (ECRs) across Europe. It is crucial to expose the next generation of researchers to the tools economists have to contribute to evidence-based policy.
The C21PH aspires to be a globally recognised, vibrant, trusted, and distinguished leader in innovative public health research that drives meaningful change at local, national, and international levels to improve human and planetary health.