Minister Frank Vandenbroucke’s Speech at the Health Data Agency Launch

We are proud to announce the official launch of the Health Data Agency (HDA) on January 17th, a significant advancement in our healthcare system, driven by data and innovation. Frank Vandenbroucke’s opening speech highlighted the essential role of the HDA in facilitating healthcare data access for the improvement of public health.

Established during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, the HDA represents a new chapter in healthcare, with a focus on data accessibility, governance, and adherence to FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable data). Minister Vandenbroucke emphasized collaborative efforts across federal entities and the commitment to adopt European Health Data Space principles, ensuring the availability of high-quality health data while safeguarding privacy. This initiative marks a significant move towards a more unified, integrated, and multidisciplinary approach in healthcare, in line with our commitment to a data-driven healthcare future.

 For more details on the Minister's address, we invite you to read the full speech available here.