8th ICO-WHO Symposium on Tobacco Control 4.Dec 2026
8th ICO-WHO Symposium on Tobacco Control, which will take place on 4 December 2026 in Barcelona, Spain (in person only).
As the tobacco and nicotine landscape continues to evolve, this year's symposium will bring together leading experts from across research, clinical practice, public health and policy to examine emerging challenges and opportunities in tobacco control.
Participants will have the opportunity to engage with the latest evidence and discussions on topics including:
- Emerging nicotine products and addiction
- Digital media environments and tobacco promotion
- Tobacco control policy and implementation in Europe
- Tobacco and nicotine taxation
- Youth protection and cessation support
- Tobacco industry disinformation and public communication
The symposium will offer a unique opportunity for scientific exchange, policy dialogue and international collaboration aimed at advancing tobacco control and reducing the burden of tobacco-related disease.
Save the date. The full programme, confirmed speakers and registration details will be shared soon.
📅 Friday, 4 December 2026
📍 Catalan Institute of Oncology, Barcelona, Spain
GNTH at the 11th European Conference on Tobacco Control – Istanbul 2026
The 11th European Conference on Tobacco Control (ENSP–ECTC) took place in Istanbul, Türkiye, from 4–6 November 2026, bringing together international experts in tobacco and nicotine prevention.
GNTH Board Member Susann Koalick presented GNTH Standard 7, highlighting how healthcare services extend prevention activities into schools, workplaces and communities, with a particular focus on protecting children and young people.
Inspiring examples from GNTH member networks in Taiwan, Poland, Hungary, Spain (Catalan, Andalusia) and Switzerland demonstrated the importance of international collaboration and community engagement in tobacco and nicotine prevention.
The conference provided a valuable opportunity to share experiences, strengthen international cooperation and showcase the commitment of GNTH member networks
Learning Across Borders – Strengthening Quality Together!
On 28 October 2026, 20 auditors and assessors from Austria and Switzerland participated in a joint online training organised in collaboration with GNTH, ONGKG Austria and the Swiss Forum for Nicotine Prevention and Counselling (FNBS).
The training focused on the GNTH certification levels Bronze, Silver and Gold Forum, combining practical exercises, case studies and professional exchange to strengthen auditing skills and promote consistent quality standards.
Participants particularly valued three aspects: Exchange – Experience Sharing – Appreciation.
GNTH auditing goes beyond assessing compliance. It supports continuous improvement, recognises achievements and encourages healthcare organisations to create tobacco-free environments.
A special thank you to the trainers, partners and participants for their valuable contributions and commitment.
Together, we strengthen the quality of tobacco-free healthcare services across borders!
