JemsDIABEYES
Priority Axis 3: Accessible and resilient health services
Operation start date: 1 June 2026
Operation completion date: 31 May 2028
Budget: EUR 1.186.156,20
Number of partners: 5
Operation purpose and expected achievements:
The DIABEYES project aims to strengthen the prevention, early detection, and management of diabetes and diabetes-related eye diseases in Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro by introducing innovative digital health solutions, enhancing professional capacities, and improving access to preventive healthcare services. The project addresses common cross-border challenges related to the increasing prevalence of diabetes, insufficient early diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy, limited access to specialised screening services, and the lack of integrated digital systems supporting preventive healthcare. Planned activities include the procurement of advanced ophthalmological and diagnostic equipment, the development of an digital platform for diabetic retinopathy screening and patient monitoring, the implementation of joint screening programmes, professional training and study visits for healthcare professionals, public awareness campaigns, and the preparation of common protocols and educational materials for diabetes prevention and management. Through investments in innovative technologies, digital transformation, capacity building, and cross-border cooperation, the project will strengthen the capacities of healthcare institutions and public health organisations to improve early diagnosis, reduce preventable vision loss, promote healthy lifestyles, and contribute to more resilient and patient-centred healthcare systems across the Programme area.
Beneficiaries:
The Lead Partner (LP), Institute of Public Health Zadar (HR), is responsible for the overall coordination and management of the project. It oversees project implementation, financial and administrative management, partner coordination, reporting, and quality assurance. The Institute coordinates the implementation of joint preventive healthcare activities, leads the development and implementation of diabetes prevention programmes, supports the deployment of digital screening solutions, coordinates communication among partners, and ensures the long-term sustainability and transferability of project results across the Programme area.
Pharmaceutical Chamber of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BA) is responsible for strengthening the role of community pharmacies in diabetes prevention and early detection. It coordinates pharmacist training programmes, participates in awareness-raising campaigns, supports the implementation of community-based screening and counselling activities, contributes to the development of educational materials and common methodologies, and promotes cross-border knowledge exchange among healthcare professionals.
Institute of Public Health Montenegro (ME) is responsible for implementing preventive healthcare activities in Montenegro, including diabetes screening, public awareness campaigns, health promotion initiatives, and monitoring of project results. It contributes to the development and validation of joint prevention protocols, participates in capacity-building activities, and supports the replication of project outcomes across the Programme area.
University of Zadar (HR) provides scientific and technical expertise for the project by supporting research activities, data analysis, evaluation of project outcomes, and the development of innovative digital solutions for diabetes prevention and diabetic retinopathy screening. The University contributes to professional education, knowledge transfer, and the preparation of evidence-based recommendations for improving preventive healthcare services.
Zadar County Development Agency ZADRA NOVA (HR) is responsible for supporting project communication, dissemination, stakeholder engagement, and capitalisation activities. The Agency coordinates visibility actions, facilitates cross-border cooperation and networking, organises promotional events and knowledge-sharing activities, and contributes to ensuring the long-term sustainability and wider replication of project results across the Programme area.