# Community health and research initiatives in Portugal > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/community-health-and-research-initiatives-in-portugal > Updated: 2026-08-22T19:52:06.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 2. Health institutions and local entities in Portugal have launched several initiatives focused on community wellness, research, and preventive care. In Viseu, the Escola Superior de Saúde de Viseu organized the ‘Saúde sem Filtros’ event, providing health assessments such as cardiovascular risk and nutritional status. Additionally, a partnership between Fórum Saúde XXI and the Egas Moniz School of Health & Science was established to advance research and innovation, with a focus on the Setúbal district. Efforts have also expanded toward promoting active aging. In Évora, the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Évora held a Health Fair offering free screenings and educational activities for seniors. Meanwhile, in Canelas, the ‘Arraial Intergeracional’ event combined intergenerational social activities with health services, including cognitive stimulation and mental health promotion, in collaboration with Instituto Piaget - Gaia. These Portuguese initiatives, which promote health screenings and community integration between different age groups, are part of broader regional efforts in Brazil and Portugal to focus on active aging and social protection for the elderly. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-22: Brazil and Portugal implement regional programs for active aging Regional initiatives in Brazil and Portugal are promoting active aging through health fairs, community integration, and social awareness campaigns, amid challenges of rapid demographic aging. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/community-health-initiatives-promote-active-aging-in-portugal ### 2026-08-21: Health institutions in Portugal launch new wellness and research initiatives Portuguese health organizations are expanding community outreach and research through new wellness initiatives in Viseu and a strategic partnership between Fórum Saúde XXI and Egas Moniz School. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/health-institutions-in-portugal-launch-new-wellness-and-research-initiatives --- Cite as: Community health and research initiatives in Portugal. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/community-health-and-research-initiatives-in-portugal