Stage 1: Discovery & Foundations

Stage 1 focuses on building awareness and understanding of the European Health Data Space (EHDS) and the European Electronic Health Record Exchange Format (EEHRxF), providing stakeholders with the essential knowledge required to engage with the ecosystem.

Through tailored resources for citizens, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and industry, this stage explains how health data can be accessed, shared, and governed across Europe.

Key elements include:

• Citizen rights under EHDS, including access, portability, and control over personal health data
• Role-based perspectives (personas) illustrating how different stakeholders interact with health data
• Introductory materials on EEHRxF, clarifying its purpose, structure, and benefits
• Policy and regulatory exploration tools, helping stakeholders navigate EHDS requirements

This stage establishes a common understanding of the ecosystem, ensuring that all actors—regardless of technical background—can grasp the value, responsibilities, and opportunities associated with health data sharing in Europe.