About us

The Cascais International Health Forum 2026 establishes itself as an international platform for reflection, cooperation and strategic action dedicated to the major challenges of health, longevity and the sustainability of contemporary societies. Bringing together political decision-makers, institutional leaders, healthcare professionals, researchers, companies, innovators and international organisations, the Forum promotes an integrated approach to the themes that will shape the future of health and quality of life in the coming decades.

In a context marked by demographic ageing, technological acceleration, climate change and growing pressure on social and healthcare systems, CIHF 2026 proposes a vision centred not only on living longer, but on living better. The theme of the 2026 edition — “Living Longer, Living Better” — reflects the need to rethink health, economic, urban, social protection and governance models in light of the new longevity.

More than a debate on ageing, the Cascais International Health Forum 2026 positions itself as a space for building concrete solutions to promote healthspan — more years of life with health, autonomy, participation and quality. CIHF 2026 is based on the principle that sustainable longevity depends on more preventive and personalised health systems, more inclusive and resilient societies, effective democratic governance and the integration of the One Health approach, recognising the interdependence between human, environmental and animal health.

In a world deeply impacted by climate change, social inequalities and digital transformation, CIHF 2026 will explore how innovation, science, technology and public policies can contribute to healthier, more sustainable societies that are better prepared for the future.

Main Pillars of the Cascais International Health Forum 2026

Longevity with Quality of Life

Promoting health and social organisation models focused on healthspan, prevention, autonomy and active ageing, ensuring that increased life expectancy translates into better quality of life for all generations.

Innovation and Technology

Exploring the transformative impact of artificial intelligence, data, biotechnology, telemedicine, wearables and digital solutions on personalised healthcare, disease management and the sustainability of systems.

Sustainability and Resilience

Debating strategies to build health systems, social protection systems, cities and economies that are more resilient in the face of climate change, demographic crises and the new demands of long-lived societies.

Equity and Inclusion

Promoting approaches that reduce inequalities in access to health, well-being, housing, education and care, strengthening social cohesion, participation and institutional trust.

Governance and International Cooperation

Encouraging dialogue between governments, international organisations, academia, the private sector and civil society in order to accelerate collaborative solutions and public policies geared towards sustainable longevity.

Objectives of the Cascais International Health Forum 2026

The main objectives of CIHF 2026 are:

To bring together national and international leaders to discuss the impacts of longevity on societies, health systems, the economy and public policies.
To promote integrated life-course health approaches, centred on prevention, personalisation and continuity of care.
To explore the role of artificial intelligence, data and technological innovation in transforming health and quality of life.
To debate solutions to strengthen the sustainability of health and social protection systems in the face of demographic ageing.
To promote more inclusive, accessible and healthy cities, communities and environments for increasingly long-lived populations.
To reinforce the integration between health, environmental sustainability, climate and territorial development from a One Health perspective.
To facilitate strategic partnerships and opportunities for collaboration between public, private, scientific and international institutions.
To contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to health, well-being, sustainable cities and reducing inequalities.

Focus Areas and Strategic Themes

The Cascais International Health Forum 2026 will address a comprehensive set of key themes for the future of long-lived societies, including:

Longevity, healthspan and active ageing.
Artificial intelligence, data and personalised healthcare.
Digital health, telemedicine and home care.
Sustainability of health systems and Social Security.
Smart cities, housing and quality of life.
Social determinants of health and inequalities.
Mental health, loneliness and social capital.
Integrated care models and multimorbidity management.
Silver Economy, innovation and new well-being markets.
Security, privacy and trust in health data.
Climate change, environmental sustainability and public health.
Lifelong learning, social participation and new intergenerational dynamics.

The Cascais International Health Forum 2026 will take place on 24 and 25 September 2026 at the Estoril Congress Centre, bringing together an international community of decision-makers, experts and organisations committed to building healthier, more resilient and more sustainable societies.

Through a multidisciplinary and action-oriented approach, CIHF 2026 aims to contribute to a new vision of longevity: a vision in which living longer also means living with better health, greater autonomy, more inclusion and a stronger collective capacity to respond to the environmental, social and technological challenges of the 21st century.