What is the EHDS?
The European Health Data Space (EHDS) is a major European Union initiative aimed at creating a secure and harmonised framework for the exchange and use of electronic health data across Europe.
It aims to strengthen citizens' rights over their health data, improve the quality of care, and stimulate research and innovation, while ensuring the protection of personal data.
Main objectives
1) Empower citizens : Enable every individual to easily access, control and share their electronic health data, including across national borders.
2) Harmonise digital health systems : Establish common standards for electronic health records to ensure the interoperability and security of systems across Europe.
3) Promote data reuse : Enable the secure and ethical use of health data for research, innovation, public policy-making and regulatory activities.
Benefits for Luxembourg citizens
► Simplified access to health data : Free and rapid consultation of electronic medical data, such as prescriptions, test results and medical reports.
► Secure information sharing : Ability to share health data with healthcare professionals in Luxembourg and other EU countries, facilitating continuity of care.
► Privacy protection : Right to object to the secondary use of your data, with strict security and confidentiality guarantees.
Benefits for healthcare professionals
► Quick access to medical information: Easier consultation of patient records, reducing delays and improving the quality of care.
► Reduced administrative burden: Less time spent on document management, allowing more time to focus on the patient.
► Improved research and training : Access to anonymised data for clinical research and the development of best practices, thereby also contributing to continuing professional development.
Implementation schedule
Implementation in Luxembourg
Luxembourg is actively involved in the implementation of the EHDS. Initiatives are underway to adapt digital infrastructure, train healthcare professionals and inform citizens about their new rights in a timely manner. The country aims to be a model for digital health, ensuring a smooth and beneficial transition for all stakeholders in the healthcare system.
At the heart of this transformation, Agence eSanté will play a central role, ensuring secure, interoperable digital solutions tailored to the specific needs of users and professionals.