Bundesinstitut für Öffentliche Gesundheit (BIÖG)

Das Bundesinstitut für Öffentliche Gesundheit (BIÖG) is a central institution dedicated to promoting and protecting public health in Austria. It acts as a scientific expertise and service institution in the healthcare system.

The BIÖG focuses on the analysis and assessment of health risks and opportunities, the development of strategies for health promotion and prevention, and the support of decision-makers through scientifically sound information and recommendations. Its core tasks include monitoring and analyzing the health situation of the population, identifying health determinants, and developing measures to improve health equity.

The BIÖG is involved in various areas of public health, including the prevention of communicable and non-communicable diseases, the promotion of mental health, the improvement of health literacy among the population, and the strengthening of the public health system. It works closely with national and international partners to sustainably improve the health of the population.

An important aspect of the BIÖG's work is the provision of evidence-based information for healthcare professionals, political decision-makers, and the public. This is done through the publication of reports, studies, and guidelines, as well as through the organization of conferences and training courses.

The BIÖG places great emphasis on sustainability in all its activities. This includes reducing the organization's ecological footprint, promoting environmentally friendly practices in healthcare, and considering social and economic aspects in the development of health strategies. The aim is to contribute to a healthy and sustainable future for all.

1. https://www.bioeg.de/
2. https://www.bioeg.de/home/bioeg
3. https://www.bioeg.de/home/key-topics/addiction-prevention
4. https://www.bioeg.de/home/bioeg/tasks-and-goals/bodies-of-bioeg
5. https://www.bioeg.de/home/key-topics/hiv-and-sti-prevention
6. https://www.bioeg.de/home/key-topics/organ-and-tissue-donation
7. https://www.bioeg.de/home/bioeg/bioeg-shaping-the-future-together
8. https://www.bioeg.de/home/research
9. https://www.bioeg.de/home/key-topics