Congratulations to all GOLD Forum members 2026
A special highlight of the GNTH conference was the GNTH Gold Forum, where healthcare institutions were recognised for their ongoing commitment to tobacco- and nicotine-free healthcare services.
GOLD Forum Members 2026 – Asia (Taiwan)
- China Medical University Hospital
- Chi Mei Medical Center
- Chi Mei Liouying Hospital
- Ditmanson Medical Foundation Chiayi Christian Hospital
- Taipei City Hospital, Zhongxing Branch
- Hsinchu Cathay General Hospital
New GOLD Forum Members 2026 – Europe
Ireland
- An Draíochtan, HSE Disability
Spain – Catalonia
- CLÍNICA SANT JOSEP
- Hospital de Palamós – SSIBE
- Fundació Hospitalàries Sant Boi
Spain – Basque Country
- OSI Bilbao Basurto
Congratulations to all new GOLD Forum members.
The Global Network for Tobacco Free Healthcare Services (GNTH) warmly invites healthcare institutions and organizations worldwide to participate in the next GOLD Forum Process.
The Global Network hosted 2 support Kick off meetings
- June 15, 2026 at 10 AM CEST and July 6, 2026 at 10 AM CEST
Gold Process Expression of interest:
Gold Forum Event Springtime 2027
Photo: Werner Rolli
Global Network Conference 2026
The GNTH Global Network Conference 20 May 2026 in Malmö (Sweden) brought together international experts and healthcare professionals to discuss current developments in nicotine and tobacco prevention. Topics included the health consequences of snus and new nicotine products, tobacco-free strategies in healthcare settings, nicotine dependence and mental health, as well as new tobacco control policies from different countries.
Our Speakers:
- Matz Larsson – MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Lund University, Schweden
- Helen Stjerna – Secretary General, A Non Smoking Generation, Schweden
- Marianne Hochet – Senior Executive, RESPADD Tobacco-free Health Services, Frankreich
- Reto Cina – Medical Director Salus Clinic, Germany
- Zsuzsa Rákosy-Vokó – Director of Prevention, Bethesda Children’s Hospital & Hungarian Health Promotion Association, Ungarn
- Ching-Fen Shen – Director-General of Taiwan’s Health Promotion Administration, Taiwan
- Susann Koalick – President FNBS Switzerland, GNTH Boardmember
The conference once again highlighted the importance of international collaboration, shared learning, and long-term commitment in advancing nicotine-free healthcare environments. Congratulations to all new GOLD Forum members.
Photo: Werner Rolli
WHO World No Tobacco Day Award 2026
The Global Network for Tobacco Free Healthcare Services (GNTH) warmly congratulates all recipients of the WHO World No Tobacco Day Award 2026.
Among the awardees is Susann Koalick, GNTH Board Member and President of the Forum for Nicotine Prevention and Counselling Switzerland (FNBS Switzerland), who was honored in Madrid for her longstanding commitment to nicotine prevention, counselling, and health promotion.
The award ceremony took place during the WNTD Workshop “Promoting a healthier, tobacco-free future in Europe”, together with other European awardees and public health professionals working in tobacco and nicotine prevention.
The workshop focused on current challenges in tobacco and nicotine prevention in Europe, particularly the targeted marketing of new nicotine products to children and adolescents through flavors, social media, product design, and industry marketing strategies. Discussions also addressed product regulation, advertising, and international prevention strategies.
The workshop provided an important platform for professional exchange, international collaboration, and strengthening a healthier and nicotine-free future in Europe.
Laura Anton, GNTH Board Member, accompanied Susann Koalick as representative of the Global Network for Tobacco Free Healthcare Services (GNTH).
Photo: Werner Rolli
