The European Health Data Space Regulation: A Legislative Timeline and Implementation Roadmap

As part of the European strategy for data, the European Health Data Space (EHDS) is the first single EU data space dedicated to a particular sector and a pillar of the European Health Union. The goal of the EHDS Regulation is to establish a uniform framework for the use and sharing of electronic health data throughout the EU.

Data spaces are expanding rapidly. Currently, common European data spaces encompass agriculture, cultural heritage, energy, finance, the Green Deal, health, industry (manufacturing), language, media, mobility, public administration, research and innovation, skills, and tourism.

The transition phase begins in March 2025, when the EHDS Regulation takes effect. Organizations must begin preparing for their implementation in March 2029, when key secondary use requirements will take effect.