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eNews: Members of "investing in health" expert panel nominated today» europa.eu
Directorate General for Health & Consumers[...]Public consultation on advanced therapy medicinal products» europa.eu
European Commission - A summary of the responses is here. Academic GMP Research Consortium[...]EU Health Programme: new Publication on Joint actions funded in 2008-2011»
This booklet explains the Joint Action funding mechanism and provides a brief description of 20 Joint Actions, their results and impact on national health policies.
European Medicines Agency issues six key recommendations to tackle the issue of medication errors» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has issued six key recommendations to tackle the issue of medication errors causing harm in the European Union (EU).[...]UNFPA - UNFPA Drives Family Planning Innovation to Reach World’s Most Marginalized, at Major Women’s Health Conference » unfpa.org
UNITED NATIONS, New York —UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, will launch two new initiatives that will increase access to family planning and improve maternal health in some of the most-hard-[...]Research Headlines - A breath of fresh air for Europe's citizens» europa.eu
Over half of the world's population lives in urban areas and that proportion is rising. This has severe consequences for the quality of the air we are exposed to thanks to increased transportation an[...]Major human drug trial underway for Alzheimer's» europa.eu
A potentially ground-breaking human drug trial is currently underway, which aims to discover whether blood pressure medication can slow or halt the progression of Alzheimer's Disease (AD). This is th[...]Monitoring current threats: ECDC Communicable Disease Threats Report (CDTR), week 20» europa.eu
The CDTR reports this week on an ongoing outbreak of hepatitis A virus (HAV) affecting individuals from various northern countries in the EU. Since the beginning of the outbreak on 1 October 2012 unt[...]Health systems in times of global economic crisis: an update of the situation in the WHO European Region» epha.org
WHO has worked with many Member States on various areas of policy to assist them in navigating through the crisis. This work, as well as an in-depth examination of selected countries and the results [...]Preparing the way for the understanding of a rare neurological disease » europa.eu
ENRAH-SME was a pioneering European Union (EU)-funded project which laid the crucial groundwork for a major breakthrough in the understanding and potential treatment of a rare childhood neurological [...]EU-compass - List of reports and studies updated - Expert White Paper on attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder “ADHD: making the invisible visible”»
The Expert White Paper was funded and reviewed by Shire AG. It was developed on the basis of a European Expert Roundtable on ADHD held in Brussels on 27 November 2012.
How flooding affects health»
More frequent, extreme rainfall is projected. Flooding has extensive and significant effects on health, spanning the short and long terms and ranging from drowning and injuries to infectious diseases and mental-health problems.
Post-2015 development agenda in focus on first day of World Health Assembly»
The Sixty-fifth World Health Assembly, WHO’s annual global meeting of ministers and senior health officials, opened on 20 May.
European Health Forum Gastein pre event»
29th May 2013 - European Health Forum Gastein together with MEP Karin Kadenbachare pleased to invite you to join us for a EHFG 2013 pre-event on 'Resilient and Innovative Health systemd for Europe'.
ECDC readies for congenital rubella syndrome surveillance» europa.eu
Most EU/EEA countries monitor rubella, rubella in pregnancy and congenital rubella syndrome through mandatory and comprehensive systems, but changes could be made to help align surveillance data acro[...]UNFPA - Inaugural Day to End Fistula Highlights Progress, Challenges » unfpa.org
UNITED NATIONS, New York —Countries around the world will mark the first-ever International Day to End Obstetric Fistula, 23 May, with a variety of events to raise awareness of this neglected health [...]Success Stories - Deep inside the brain» europa.eu
The brain controls our thinking, feelings and movements and a new exhibition in southern France aims to reveal some of its secrets.[...]The NCD Alliance launch a new report» uicc.org
The NCD Alliance's Vision for Health and NCDs in the Post-2015 Development Agenda Geneva, 20 May 2013 - Global health and development experts gathered today to call for non-communicable diseases (NCD[...]Benefits of Diane 35 and generics outweigh risks in specific patient group » europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency?s Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) has concluded that the benefits of Diane 35 (cyproterone acetate 2 mg, ethinylestradiol 35 micrograms) and its gener[...]International Clinical Trials Day: 20 May 2013» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency supports International Clinical Trials Day, which is took place on Monday 20 May 2013.[...]ECDC updates Rapid Risk Assessment on Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (novel coronavirus)» europa.eu
ECDC has published an update of its rapid risk assessment on Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV), previously referred to as the novel coronavirus. 17/05/2013 00:00[...]European Medicines Agency recommends first vaccine for foot-and-mouth disease for authorisation at EU level» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency's Committee for Medicinal Products for Veterinary Use (CVMP) has recommended the marketing authorisation for Aftovaxpur DOE for use in response to outbreaks of foot-and-[...]European Medicines Agency reiterates PRAC recommendation for Diane 35 and generics» europa.eu
Following the conclusion of the Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) that the benefits of Diane 35 and its generics outweigh the risks in a specific patient group, the French National A[...]New free allergy track app launched» efanet.org
Allergy Track is a new mobile app which helps people suffering from allergy to stay on track with their allergic and respiratory symptoms during critical periods and helps measuring the impact of the[...]Operations research in disaster preparedness and response-The public health perspective»
A new publication from the EU - Disasters are defined as events whose consequences exceed the capability of civil protection and public health systems to provide necessary responses in a timely manner.
Novel coronavirus update – new virus to be called MERS-CoV»
As of 15 May 2013, WHO had been informed of a global total of 40 laboratory-confirmed cases of human infection with novel coronavirus, including 20 deaths, in 6 countries: France, Germany, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom.
Infographic: Europe’s fight against antimicrobial resistance» europa.eu
Published on: 16 May 2013 The third joint EFSA and ECDC report on antimicrobial resistance in zoonotic bacteria affecting humans, animals and foods shows the continued presence of resistance to a ran[...]Experts speak about the need for a renewed and strong alcohol strategy»
Several experts have been interviewed during the first Alcohol Awareness week organized in Brussels
Massive study closes in on cancers risk markers»
Cancer research has taken a huge leap forward with scientists now able to identify more than 80 genetic markers found to increase the risk of breast, ovarian and prostate cancer. The COGS international research initiative is believed to be the largest of its kind.
Joint EFSA and ECDC report: resistant bacteria remain an important issue that can affect humans through animals and food.» europa.eu
EFSA is the EU risk assessment body for food and feed safety. It provides independent scientific advice to risk managers.[...]Exploring the genetic and neurobiological bases for mental disorders»
Psychiatric disorders are a major, though often "hidden", health problem. It is estimated that mental disorders affect more than 160 million Europeans - 38% of the population each year.
Improving healthcare for young cancer survivors»
Dr Hjorth, a paediatric oncologist is researching the hitherto incompletely understood area of childhood and adolescent cancer survivors and the complications they can face in later life as a result of their cancers and the treatments they have received.New treatment may lead the way to fighting obesity and diabetes»
Two professors believe they may have a promising lead from which to develop a new treatment for obesity and diabetes.
World Hypertension Day: 17 May 2013»
World Hypertension Day was initiated by the World Hypertension League and is held every year on 17 May to highlight the preventable symptoms and diseases caused by high blood pressure and to communicate information on prevention, detection and treatment to the public.
Annual report 2011: implementation of the Health Programme in 2011 »
This working document provides detailed information on all actions and projects funded in 2011 under the Health Programme 2008-2013, the relevant budget and its execution.
European Patients' Rights Day: 10 benefits the EU brings to patients» europa.eu
Commission MEMO Brussels, 15 May 2013 European A high level of health protection; the right to benefit from medical treatment; access to healthcare - preventive, diagnostic and curative treatment reg[...]Hospital visits take on new meaning with therapeutic robots» europa.eu
Having hospital visits from a robot may sound like a strange form of therapy, but according to robotics experts, they can be extremely helpful therapeutic devices. The idea comes from the MOnarCH pro[...]Preventing Alcohol Use Disorders Among Children and Adolescents in the EU» eurocare.org
A report commissioned by the EU cites research showing the long-term health effects of even moderate drinking among children.[...]Massive study closes in on cancers risk markers» europa.eu
Cancer research has taken a huge leap forward with scientists now able to identify more than 80 genetic markers found to increase the risk of breast, ovarian and prostate cancer. The COGS internation[...]Breaking through the blood-brain barrier» europa.eu
To mark the European Month of the Brain, we look at one EU-funded project that has focussed efforts on drug delivery across the so-called blood-brain barrier. The blood-brain barrier (BBB), while pre[...][EPHA Briefing] Access to Medicines in Europe in Times of Austerity» epha.org
When discussing the topic of access to medicines in the context of the economic crisis we have to consider three determinants: affordability and availability, in terms of access to medicines, and inn[...]Commissioner Borg on alcohol minimum pricing 'happy to learn that litigation has failed'» eurocare.org
On May 7, the ENVI Committee held an exchange of views as part of the structured dialogue with Commissioner Tonio Borg[...]Highlights of the Scientific Opinion of EFSA on the testing methods for assessing of the effects of endocrine disruptors on human health and the environment» greenfacts.org
Highlights prepared by Greenfacts of the report: The scientific criteria for identification of endocrine disruptors and appropriateness of existing test methods for assessing effects mediated by thes[...]Inequalities and multiple discrimination in access to and quality of healthcare - Just Published - EU Bookshop» europa.eu
Inequalities and multiple discrimination in access to and quality of healthcare[...]Research Headlines - Understanding cell behaviour to help treat major diseases » europa.eu
The ability to measure concentrations of oxygen inside living human cells is a key requirement to help advance our understanding and treatment of a range of serious medical conditions. These include [...]SMEs a presence in the medical world in developing cancer treatment»
With research predominately conducted in large pharmaceutical research organisations, it is rather significant to hear of small medium enterprises (SMEs) developing their own innovative treatment for cancer.
New Action Plan agreed for innovative cross-border healthcare»
EU Health Ministers, today agreed a Declaration on eHealth presented by the Irish Presidency. The Declaration is aimed at prioritising the use of ICT in health among Member States to contribute to better, safer, sustainable and innovative healthcare systems for all European citizens.
Reform of health systems welcomed by European Commission Vice-President for the Digital Agenda Neelie Kroes and Health Commissioner Tonio Borg»
Digital Agenda: Kroes & Borg welcome recognition of the contribution ICT can make in reforming health systems.
Commission awards prizes to best eHealth SMEs»
The winners of the 2nd EU SME eHealth Competition came up with innovations in areas such as improving cognitive behavioural therapy for mental care, improving physiological monitoring, and people facing emergencies.
2013 is the beginning of a dramatic shift in women’s health»
Millions of girls in the world’s poorest countries to be immunised against the human papilloma virus (HPV) thanks to GAVI negotiating low price for vaccine
eHealth Week Exhibition: Driving a Healthier Europe »
The use of technology to revolutionise healthcare delivery and improve patient outcomes will be the focus of international eHealth Week, taking place in Dublin’s Convention Centre from 13th – 15th May 2013.New recommendations on the use of phthalates and parabens as excipients in human medicines released for public consultation» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency has published today a draft guideline on the use of phthalates and a reflection paper on the use of parabens as excipients in human medicines, which include precautionar[...]Paving the way for thought-controlled prostheses» europa.eu
Understanding how the brain processes new skills and actions can help to improve learning and aid research into neurodegenerative and psychiatric disorders such as Parkinson's and Huntington's diseas[...]Launch of World MS Day 2013: Raising awareness of the challenges facing young people with MS»
The campaign this year centres on asking ‘What’s your Motto?’. We all have mottos and inspirational words that get us through the tough times in life. The 2013 campaign will share the mottos of six inspiring young people for identity, relationships and the future, as well as inviting the public and people with MS to share their own mottos on the website.
Assessing the impact of indoor air pollution on Europeans» europa.eu
The health impact of indoor air pollution is a real environmental health issue, which is believed to have a bearing on respiratory conditions such as asthma. This has prompted a European study to tak[...]European gene therapy research may restore essential human senses» europa.eu
A world without hearing, sight or smell; without music, the light of the day or the scent of a delicious meal. This is the reality for those who suffer from congenital cilia diseases, a condition ste[...]PRESS RELEASE: Help! Europe’s expertise in allergy is at risk» efanet.org
By 2040 every second patient in the EU will suffer from some type of allergy. Despite the fact that allergies affect more than 60 million people in all European countries, there is an alarming defici[...]Heart Failure Awareness Day - It's happening this week!» escardio.org
Heart Failure Awareness Day (held on either 10-11-12 May depending on the country) is designed to raise awareness about the importance of recognising Heart Failure, getting an accurate diagnosis and [...]Moving closer to personalised medication for complex diseases» europa.eu
There are some problems that are more complicated than others, and some problems that are more common than others. Unfortunately, when it comes to disease, complex diseases are also the most common o[...][Water is a Human Right campaign] First ever European Citizens Initiative to make it !» epha.org
Brussels, 7 May - The first up and running European Citizens Initiative (ECI) - Water is a Human Right - has collected over 1.5 million signatures across Europe. Eight countries have just passed the [...]Monitoring current threats in week 18/2013: ECDC Communicable Disease Threats Report (CDTR)» europa.eu
Last week, public health authorities reported on the on-going outbreak in Wales. Public Health Wales reported 503 measles cases in April, bringing the total number of notified cases in the outbreak a[...]Ukraine Adopts State Program to Fight Hepatitis» aidsactioneurope.org
The Cabinet of Ministers adopted the first in the history of Ukraine State Program to fight hepatitis. In fact, this document is crucial in the area of treatment of Hepatitis B and C. The Government [...]Genetics, age and ethnicity are risk factors in prostate cancer, say experts» uroweb.org
Genetics, age and ethnicity are risk factors for prostate cancer, while the evidence for obesity, smoking and diabetes as associated risks remains uncertain, according to prostate cancer experts.[...]Assessing the impact of indoor air pollution on Europeans» europa.eu
The health impact of indoor air pollution is a real environmental health issue, which is believed to have a bearing on respiratory conditions such as asthma. This has prompted a European study to tak[...][EPHA position paper] Reforming Health Systems in Times of Austerity» epha.org
Amidst the backdrop of the financial crisis and countries being recommended to reform health systems to achieve better public administrations and fiscal consolidation, EPHA launches its position on h[...]ERC projects to unlock mysteries of the human brain» europa.eu
To celebrate the European Month of the Brain, researchers funded by the European Research Council (ERC) will participate in two key events organised by the European Commission in Brussels on 14 May, [...]How the brain influences our eating behaviour» europa.eu
Why do we overeat and consume more calories than we need? Is food our way of rewarding ourselves, and can stress make us want to eat more? These are just some of the questions a European food study a[...]Research Headlines - Sweetening the bitter pill of cancer treatment» europa.eu
Despite a massive research effort, cancer is still a major killer in Europe. European researchers are working on a sugar-based drug-delivery system which they believe will boost the potency of anti-c[...]European Medicines Agency reorganisation» europa.eu
The first details of the planned reorganisation of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) have been announced.[...]Minimum pricing will bring “substantial health and social benefits” says new IAS report» eurocare.org
A new report published today by IAS summarises the latest evidence on minimum pricing and rebuts some common criticisms (often from vested interest groups) of the policy.[...]An unlikely region leads the way in the study of dairy intolerance» europa.eu
Food allergies are reported to be on the rise, with an estimate of between 11-26 million people suffering in Europe. One of the most common of these allergies is intolerance to dairy products. Althou[...]Losing sleep? Scientists evaluate why» europa.eu
The issue of sleep deprivation has gone beyond the counting of sheep and into the scientific domain, as European researchers set up 'sleep labs' to study the biomedical and sociological factors keepi[...]ECDC launches rotavirus protocols to help Member States assess vaccine effectiveness» europa.eu
ECDC has produced three generic protocols: a protocol for developing cohort studies to assess the effectiveness of the rotavirus vaccination in EU Members States; a protocol proposing prospective cas[...]European Medicines agency publishes final advice from clinical trial advisory groups» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has published the final advice from the advisory groups that have been set up to inform the EMA in drafting its policy on proactive access to clinical-trial data.[...]RareConnect announces 40th online community»
RareConnect.org, the platform created, monitored and run by patient organisations EURORDIS and NORD, continues its mission of bringing rare disease patients together, across borders and beyond language barriers
Why climate change is causing upset stomachs in Europe» europa.eu
Much has been said about the effect of climate change, but little is known about its impact of water-related health issues. Scientists are now suggesting that greater quantities of rainfall and bigge[...]ESC guide on new oral anticoagulant drugs (escardio.org, ) »
A practical guide on the use of the new oral anticoagulants (NOACs) has been produced by the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA) of the ESC. A guide was needed to summarise existing information [...]Meeting highlights from the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) 22-25 April 2013 (europa.eu, ) »
This page provides an overview of the opinions adopted at the April 2013 meeting of the CHMP and other important outcomes.[...]Food Allergen Labelling (eufic.org, ) »
Effective labelling is essential to enable allergic consumers manage their condition. Specific rules regarding the labelling of allergenic ingredients in pre-packed foods are established in European [...]Eurocare on Heineken’s new social media strategy (eurocare.org, ) »
Brewer steps up mobile focus to drive more fan engagement from social media marketing.[...]New toolkit available to support influenza communication campaigns (europa.eu, ) »
ECDC releases a communication toolkit for seasonal influenza, with materials targeting healthcare workers and people at higher risk of developing flu-related complications. If you are planning to or[...]Rift valley fever: EFSA looks at the risk of introduction and spread in Mediterranean countries neighbouring the EU (europa.eu, ) »
Published on: 26 April 2013 The introduction of the Rift Valley fever into countries in North Africa and Middle East that border the Mediterranean Sea is most likely to occur through the uncontrolled[...]Submit your research for ESC Congress 2013 (escardio.org, ) »
Don't miss two important ESC Congress 2013 submissions: Submit your research on your latest and hottest results from your studies. Call for Hot Lines and Clinical Trial Updates & RegistriesCall f[...]European Medicines Agency recommends approval of combined advanced-therapy product (europa.eu, ) »
The European Medicines Agency?s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has recommended marketing authorisation for MACI (matrix-induced autologous chondrocyte implantation), an advance[...]Threshold levels and effective avoidance of food allergens (eufic.org, ) »
During the EAACI (European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology) Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Meeting, which was held in Nice, France from 7th to 9th February 2013, threshold levels and effecti[...]European Medicines Agency recommends approval of first treatment for pseudobulbar affect (europa.eu, ) »
The European Medicines Agency?s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has recommended the granting of a marketing authorisation for Nuedexta, a medicine for the treatment of pseudobul[...]Epidemiological update of 26 April: avian influenza A(H7N9) virus in China» europa.eu
Since 31 March 2013, one hundred and twelve (112) cases of human infection with avian influenza A(H7N9) virus have been reported from eight provinces in eastern China. 26/04/2013 00:00[...]Violence Against Children Report Cards to be launched» epha.org
On May 30 the European Child Safety Alliance will launch Violence Against Children Report Cards for 29 European countries. This is the first time that Violence Against Children Report Cards are being[...]Lending an ear to age related hearing loss» europa.eu
Age related hearing loss (ARHL) is far too easily ignored. Its onset is insidious. Its progression gradual. People with declining hearing often mistakenly believe the problem is that their conversati[...]
Periodic Report Summary - ANTIGONE (Anticipating the global onset of novel epidemics)»
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ERASMUS UNIVERSITAIR MEDISCH CENTRUM ROTTERDAM Project context and objectives: In recent years, an increased number of zoonotic viruses and bacteria have crossed the species barrier to humans and cau[...]
Periodic Report Summary - CANCERALIA (Development of novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to improve patient outcome in lung and pancreatic tumours)»
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FUNDACION CENTRO NACIONAL DE INVESTIGACIONES ONCOLOGICAS CARLOS III Project context and objectives: Lung and pancreatic cancer represent major public health challenges in Europe and the western world[...]ESC recommends patients and centres for renal denervation » escardio.org
Novel treatment has potential in multiple cardiovascular diseases: Up to 10 percent of patients with high blood pressure are resistant to treatment, which puts them at increased risk of cardiovascula[...]UNICEF Innocenti Report Card: Child Well-being in Rich Countries. » epha.org
The Report card considers five dimensions of children's lives: material well-being, health and safety, education, behaviours and risks, and housing and environment. The report is a good example of in[...]Public consultation on Declaration of Helsinki on medical research involving human subjects» epha.org
A two-month public consultation (15 April to 15 June 2013) on the World Medical Association's Declaration of Helsinki on medical research involving human subjects has been launched by the World Medic[...]Acrylamide – EFSA launches call for recent analytical data» europa.eu
Published on: 25 April 2013 EFSA would like food business operators and other stakeholders to submit analytical data on acrylamide occurrence levels in foods and beverages and collected outside offic[...]Measles monthly report now includes Croatia; UK reports highest measles cases since 1994 and Poland faces nationwide rubella epidemic» europa.eu
During the period March 2012 to February 2013, 8 499 cases of measles were reported by 29 EU/EEA countries and Croatia. For the same period, there were 21 549 rubella cases were reported; 99% of whic[...]Clinical trials: Exploring the limits of transparency» epha.org
Glenis Willmott MEP (S&D, UK) took the initiative to bring together experts in order to discuss the extent to which more transparency is perceived to be workable in non-commercial clinical trials[...]Mr Neven Mimica named as Commissioner-designate for consumer protection» europa.eu
European Commission Press release Brussels, 24 April 2013 Mr Neven Mimica has today been named by Croatia as Commissioner-designate. President Barroso has met with Mr Mimica and has confirmed his agr[...]The European Medicines Agency (EMA) publishes list of drugs under additional monitoring» epha.org
As part of the deliverables of the pharmacovigilance legislation that came into effect in July 2012, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) released an initial list of drugs subject to additional monito[...]Establishing the link between climate change and human security» europa.eu
The UN Security Council has expressed concerns that the adverse effects of climate change could lead to certain threats to international peace and security. However, research suggests that scarcity c[...]European Medicines Agency publishes initial list of medicines under additional monitoring» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency has published today the initial list of medicines that are subject to additional monitoring.[...]Speech by President Barroso at the Global Vaccine Summit» europa.eu
European Commission José Manuel Durão Barroso President of the European Commission Global Vaccine Summit/Abu Dhabi 25 April 2013 Ministers, Excellencies, Ladies and gentlemen, Distinguished guests, F[...]Video message from President Barroso for public hearing on "Food surplus to feed deprived people"» europa.eu
European Commission José Manuel Durão Barroso President of the European Commission European Parliament/Brussels 25 April 2013 Honourable Members, Ladies and gentlemen, We are all aware that the socia[...]Alcohol minimum pricing and alcohol attributable hospital admissions» eurocare.org
A new article shows the effectivess of minimum pricing in lowering alcohol attributable hospital admissions.[...]In the fight against alcohol misuse, pricing policies are the way to go» epha.org
Today Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) from various political groups, along with representatives of governments, leading academics and public health organisations (1), have renewed their sup[...]Review of the CAP schemes providing agricultural products to school children» epha.org
This article is a contribution to DG Agriculture public consultation on the Review of the CAP Schemes Providing Agricultural Products to School Children EPHAC response to CONSULTATION ON THE REVIEW O[...]New treatment may lead the way to fighting obesity and diabetes» europa.eu
Two professors believe they may have a promising lead from which to develop a new treatment for obesity and diabetes. The project titled i2MOVE ('Intelligent implantable modulator of vagus nerve func[...]Supporting diagnostic preparedness for detection of avian influenza A(H7N9) viruses in Europe» europa.eu
To assist European laboratories in verifying and ensuring their diagnostic capability to detect and identify the avian influenza A(H7N9) virus, ECDC jointly with CNRL and WHO Europe is releasing a te[...]Joint Statement by Commissioners Andris Piebalgs (Development), Máire Geoghegan-Quinn (Research and Innovation) and Tonio Borg (Health and Consumer) on the eve of the World Malaria Day» europa.eu
European Commission MEMO Brussels, 24 April 2013 Millions of people living in highly endemic areas continue to lack access to effective malaria prevention, diagnostic testing, and treatment. As a res[...]EU research project develops new malaria test tool» europa.eu
European Commission Press release Brussels, 24 April 2013 An EU-funded research project aims to start testing a new diagnostic tool for malaria one year ahead of schedule. The pioneering smartphone-l[...]Scientist from EU-supported institute makes important cancer gene discovery » europa.eu
A young scientist from a Czech research institute established in 2011 with European Union funding with the aim of becoming a leading European centre of science has made an important genetic discovery[...]EU - Liver disease a major cause of illness and death across the EU: action needed to save lives (16.4.13)» eurocare.org
Liver disease is the cause of a considerable burden of illness across the European Union (EU), investigators report in The Journal of Hepatology. The authors calculate that 170,000 deaths each year a[...]The European Soundscape Award 2013 - open for applications» europa.eu
Do you want to make some noise about your campaign for a quiet environment? Or do you want to show others how your community solved a noise problem and created a healthier soundscape? The European So[...]Our latest "Nutrition Research Highlights" (issue 2/2013) is on-line!» europa.eu
Read about: Global data on diets and health, nutrition economics, salt and autoimmunity and the impact of nutrition on ageing[...]Research Headlines - Nanotechnology to fight hospital superbugs» europa.eu
Each year, twice as many people die in Europe from hospital acquired infections than from road accidents. These infectious diseases have developed antibiotic resistance and spread despite the best ef[...]New resources to support routine vaccination programmes» europa.eu
ECDC is launching a complement of new resources to support front line health care workers and public health professionals working on routine vaccination programmes. This coincides with European Immun[...]New blog entry: Interview with Lluís Pagès Pons about using XploreHealth modules in the classroom» xplorehealth.eu
Interview with Lluís Pagès Pons, Biology and Geology teacher in a Secondary School: Using XploreHealth modules in the classroom Have you ever used the tools proposed at the Xplore Health portal for y[...]First meeting of the newly appointed Scientific Committees, Luxembourg, 11-12 April 2013 – Presentations now available» europa.eu
European Commission - When preparing its policy and proposals relating to consumer safety, public health and the environment, the Commission relies on independent Scientific Committees to provide it [...]Stem cell therapy treatments» europa.eu
Concerns have been raised in the media about certain stem cell therapy treatments.[...]World Immunisation week (20-27 April) – New vaccine scheduler»
A new interactive platform of vaccination schedules for individual European countries and for specific age groups has been developed by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), with the Groupe d’Etudes en Preventologie.
International Thalassaemia Day – 8th of May» epha.org
For the global thalassaemia family, the 8th of May constitutes a very special day as it is dedicated to both commemorate the thalassaemia patients who are no longer with us but are always close in ou[...][European Network for Workplace Health Promotion] Guide to good practices on chronically ill employees» epha.org
The European Network for Workplace Health Promotion (ENWHP) has released its European Guide to Good Practice on chronically ill employees. Chronic illness poses a major challenge for public health - [...]Cancer: New Partnership between IARC and CRI» uicc.org
To Spur Cancer Research in Thailand and across South-East Asia Lyon, France, 19 April 2013 - The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the Chulabhorn Research Institute, Thailand, la[...]Mediterranean diet, the poorest can't afford it anymore» escardio.org
The Mediterranean diet has achieved many distinctions, from the inclusion by the UNESCO in the World Heritage list to a series of dedicated congresses and meetings held everywhere around the globe wi[...]
Periodic Report Summary - COHEMI (Coordinating resources to assess and improve health status of migrants from Latin America)»
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ISTITUTO DI RICERCHE FARMACOLOGICHE MARIO NEGRI Project context and objectives: European health systems are committed to meeting the challenge of understanding the needs of migrant populations and ad[...]Conference for the European Week Against Cancer (29-30.05.13) Dublin» eurocare.org
The Irish Cancer Society in partnership with the Association of European Cancer Leagues two day conference will bring together the best international evidence and public policies that can reduce the [...]Seasonal influenza receding in Europe: ECDC weekly monitoring» europa.eu
After more than three months of active transmission, a long period compared to other years, the 2012-13 influenza season in Europe is waning and moving towards its end. 19/04/2013 00:00[...]Open Door Day 2013 at the European Commission, Brussels, 4 May 2013» europa.eu
Under the theme of the European Year of citizens, the Europe Day 2013 will allow all citizens to discover the concrete actions of the European Commission.[...]European statistics on accidents at work (ESAW) - Just Published - EU Bookshop» europa.eu
Summary methodology[...]Green jobs and occupational safety and health - Just Published - EU Bookshop» europa.eu
Foresight on new and emerging risks associated with new technologies by 2020 : summary[...]Guidance for the preparation of dossiers for additives already authorised for use in food - Just Published - EU Bookshop» europa.eu
Guidance for the preparation of dossiers for additives already authorised for use in food[...]European Union Drugs Strategy 2013-2020 - Just Published - EU Bookshop» europa.eu
European Union Drugs Strategy 2013-2020[...]A literature review on effective risk communication for the prevention and control of communicable diseases in Europe - Just Published - EU Bookshop» europa.eu
Insights into health communication[...]Better targeting of multiple sclerosis» europa.eu
European researchers have identified new biological indicators that can predict, among other things, the likely effectiveness of 'interferon-ß', a vital treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS) that is [...]Report on Global Roundtable Series on Prostate Cancer now available» uicc.org
Hosted at MD Anderson Cancer Center on 4 April 2013 On 4 April 2013, the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center (MDACC) and the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), organised a globa[...]Epidemiological update of 18 April: avian influenza A(H7N9) virus in China» europa.eu
As of 18 April, eighty-seven (87) cases of human infection with influenza A(H7N9) have been reported from six provinces in eastern China. 19/04/2013 00:00[...]eNews: High level conference addresses frailty in old age» europa.eu
Directorate General for Health & Consumers[...]Global Forum unites international organisations to tackle how to best prevent CVD» escardio.org
International initiatives and national strategies outlining important steps to prevent the ongoing spread of CVD will be presented Friday afternoon at the Global Forum for CVD Prevention in Clinical [...]
Periodic Report Summary - HITEA (Health effects of indoor pollutants: Integrating microbial, toxicological and epidemiological approaches)»
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TERVEYDEN JA HYVINVOINNIN LAITOS Project context and objectives: Healthy housing and good indoor air quality are important goals of public health. Biological indoor pollution due to dampness, moistur[...]Key deliverable of Falsified Medicines Directive achieved » europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency has upgraded its EudraGMP database so that it now contains information on good distribution practice (GDP) in addition to good manufacturing practice (GMP).[...]EU Health Programme: 2011 Call for Proposals - Abstracts of the actions selected for EU co-funding»
Brochure providing a comprehensive overview of the most recent actions to have received EU financial support in the field of public health
EP resolution underlines the need for action on medicines access problem» epha.org
On 18 April, the European Parliament (EP) voted on a Resolution on the impact of the financial and economic crisis on human rights. The resolution highlighted some of the global impacts of the crisis[...]Dietary Reference Values - a reference for whom?» eufic.org
Dietary Reference Values (DRVs) are important for supporting public health, developing labelling laws and identifying populations at risk of over- or under-consumption. However, the process of develo[...]Providing robotic carers and smart systems for the elderly» europa.eu
As people enter old age it can become increasingly difficult to maintain a good quality of life without help. Perhaps a faltering memory leads to missed meals or drinks, or a decrease in mobility lea[...]EUFIC’s Cool Food Planet educational website: nutrition, food safety & physical activity for children!» eufic.org
In 2012 EUFIC launched www.coolfoodplanet.org, a new and exciting educational website for children, to help them learn about health, nutrition and food safety in a way that is engaging and fun.[...]In search of quality: the scientific peer review process» eufic.org
Have you ever wondered how the work of scientists is checked? When a new finding is published, how do we know it is sound?[...]Demanding physical work associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease » escardio.org
Additional physical activity during leisure time in those who are already physically exhausted from their daily occupation does not induce a 'training' effect but rather an overloading effect on the [...]Mental vulnerability associated with increased risk of fatal and non-fatal cardiovascular disease independently of classical risk factors » escardio.org
People deemed to be[...]Long-term exposure to fine particles of traffic pollution associated with increased risk of heart disease » escardio.org
Fine particle matter and traffic noise are believed to act through similar biologic pathways, thereby increasing cardiovascular risk; they both cause an imbalance in the autonomic nervous system, whi[...]Working Group on the European Workforce for Health, Brussels, 12 Arpil 2013 - Presentations now available» europa.eu
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Periodic Report Summary - INTERQUALITY (International research on quality in healthcare)»
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WARSZAWSKI UNIWERSYTET MEDYCZNY Project context and objectives: Spending more on healthcare often does not result in improving quality, effectiveness and access to service. Resources that are wasted [...]
Periodic Report Summary - PURGE (Public health impacts in urban environments of greenhouse gas emissions reduction strategies)»
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LONDON SCHOOL OF HYGIENE AND TROPICAL MEDICINE Project context and objectives: There is growing evidence that policies to reduce greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions can have direct and potentially large e[...]
Periodic Report Summary - CHANCE (Low-cost technologies and traditional ingredients for the production of affordable, nutritionally correct foods improving health in population groups at risk of pover»
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ALMA MATER STUDIORUM - UNIVERSITA DI BOLOGNA Project context and objectives: Although consciousness of the relationship between diet and health is increasing among the general population, currently t[...]Nutrition and Mediterranean Diet - What are the benefits in prevention? » escardio.org
A meta analysis of more than 1.5 million healthy adults demonstrated that following a Mediterranean diet was associated with a reduced risk of overall and cardiovascular mortality... Healthy adults a[...]Outbreak of hepatitis A virus infection in four Nordic countries – Joint ECDC-EFSA assessment» europa.eu
Between 1 October 2012 and 8 April 2013, 16 confirmed cases of hepatitis A virus (HAV) infections were reported in Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden. As none of the cases have a travel history outs[...]Join Eurocare at the European launch of Alcohol and Cancer report on 24th April» eurocare.org
The Royal College of Physicians, the Alcohol Health Alliance UK, European Public Health Alliance and Eurocare are holding an evening reception on 24th April in the European Parliament[...]The ‘Irresponsibility Deal’? : Public Health and Big Business» eurocare.org
Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems (SHAAP) an alliance of medical professionals hosted a conference in Edinburgh on vested commercial interests in the food, tobacco and alcohol industry.[...]Hepatitis A: EFSA and ECDC publish a joint rapid outbreak assessment » europa.eu
Published on: 16 April 2013 EFSA is working closely with ECDC to help identify the origin of the recent outbreak of Hepatitis A virus infection in humans in Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden. Hepat[...]Commission publishes European test results on horse DNA and Phenylbutazone» europa.eu
Launched last month, the coordinated EU-wide testing for horsemeat DNA and phenylbutazone requested, and co-financed, by the European Commission in the wake of the horsemeat scandal has revealed that[...]European Medicines Agency publishes 2012 annual report» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency has published today its 2012 annual report. The report highlights the main trends recently observed in the Agency?s activities.[...]Applications Helpdesk - tell EFSA what you think in online survey» europa.eu
Published on: 17 April 2013 Do you want to help shape the future direction of one of EFSA's key services? Then don't miss the opportunity to tell the Authority what you think about its Applications H[...]EFSA updates grants and procurement lists» europa.eu
Published on: 16 April 2013 EFSA has updated the list of projects that will be put out for tender in 2013 under the Authority's grants and procurement programme. The calls for external support, which[...]Strengthening Europe's preparedness against natural and man-made disasters» europa.eu
European Commission Press release Brussels, 16 April 2013 The European Commission today presents a package consisting of two parts: The EU strategy on adaptation to climate change sets out a framewor[...]Advising the EU on food safety – what motivates scientists to become EFSA experts?» europa.eu
Published on: 17 April 2013 EFSA relies on the expertise and judgement of hundreds of scientists to provide EU decision-makers with independent scientific advice on risks associated with the food cha[...]AIDS Action Europe: Sign-on to our call to action for renewed HIV policy» aidsactioneurope.org
Your support is needed! We strongly appeal to you as organisations to sign-on to our call to action to the European Commission. Call to action for renewed HIV policy AIDS Action Europe and EATG are a[...]Flash Report: Workshop "Trans fatty acids in diets: health and legislative implications" 9-10th April 2013 Zagreb, Croatia» europa.eu
The European Commission's Joint Research Centre (JRC) organised a workshop on the 9th and 10th April in Zagreb, Croatia entitled 'Trans fatty acids in diets: health and legislative implications'. The[...]Weak link between food addiction and obesity in humans» eufic.org
Addiction to food cannot explain the current global obesity epidemic. In a recent review, researchers from the University of Cambridge, UK, closely examined the widely claimed link between obesity an[...]Pilot project on increasing the consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables in vulnerable population groups - Progress report for March 2013 now available» europa.eu
European Commission - Pilot project summary Pilot project summary: Bulgaria, Slovakia, Romania, 2012-2014 Evaluation note V[...]IROHLA - New portal to improve health literacy among older EU population»
Cooking to keep fit: a new cookbook for Parkinson's disease patients to cook and enjoy food»
Use of antibiotics in animals - EMA to give advice to European Commission on public and animal health impact» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) will provide advice on the impact on public health and animal health of the use of antibiotics in animals. The request was made by the European Commission as part [...]Inadequate data prevent EFSA from concluding on safety of GM maize 98140» europa.eu
Published on: 16 April 2013 The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) could not conclude on the safety of genetically modified (GM) maize 98140 after the applicant failed to supply essential data to [...]Research Headlines - A breakthrough towards preventing cardiovascular diseases» europa.eu
The hardening of arteries also known as 'atherosclerosis' can cause cardiovascular diseases (CVD), which can lead to heart attacks and strokes. New evidence has been uncovered strengthening the link [...]
Final Report Summary - EUSANH-ISA (Improving science advice for health in Europe, EUSANH)»
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HEALTH COUNCIL OF THE NETHERLANDS Executive summary: The European science advisory network for health (EUSANH) is a collaborative network of science advisory bodies (SABs) within the European Union ([...]Every breath we take – Signals 2013 focuses on air quality in Europe» europa.eu
Poor air quality can have serious impacts on our health and the environment. How is Europe's air quality? What are the main sources of air pollutants? How do they affect our health and the environmen[...]Committee for Medicinal Products for Veterinary Use (CVMP) Meeting of 9-11 April 2013» europa.eu
The Committee adopted by consensus a positive opinion for an initial marketing authorisation application for Equilis West Nile from Intervet International B.V. a vaccine for the active immunisation o[...]ECDC Risk Assessment on avian influenza A(H7N9) virus in China» europa.eu
The updated ECDC risk assessment of 12 April concludes that the risk of avian influenza A(H7N9) virus spreading to Europe via humans or through poultry is low at this time. 12/04/2013 00:00[...]Guideline on good pharmacovigilance practices: P I - Vaccines for prophylaxis against infectious diseases – Definitions for inclusion in GVP annex I: consultation open» europa.eu
Guideline on good pharmacovigilance practices (GVP): P I - Vaccines for prophylaxis against infectious diseases – Definitions for inclusion in GVP annex I Guideline on good pharmacovigilance practice[...]Policy responses to the economic crisis – a shift towards investing in health?» epha.org
- 4. Europe and Health / EU Institutions, Civil Society, Access to Medicines, Economic crisis, financial , patient rights, Innovation, economic policies, health system, council of the european union,[...]EFSA seeks new experts to join two Scientific Panels» europa.eu
EFSA is the EU risk assessment body for food and feed safety. It provides independent scientific advice to risk managers.[...]EU agencies consider phenylbutazone detected in horsemeat of low concern for consumers; recommend improved horse traceability and monitoring of veterinary medicinal residues» europa.eu
A joint assessment from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) concludes that the illegal presence of residues of phenylbutazone in horsemeat is of low conc[...]EPHA Call to Action: Health in the reform of economic governance» epha.org
EPHA has launched its Call for Action regarding health, civil society and the reform of EU economic governance. Since the financial crisis struck in 2007 the EU has introduced numerous new mechanisms[...]Influenza season in Europe getting close to its end: ECDC weekly monitoring» europa.eu
In all reporting countries, influenza activity continued to decline or had already returned to baseline levels. After more than three months of active transmission, a long period compared to other ye[...]WHO confirms that the alcohol industry has no role in the formulation of alcohol policies» eurocare.org
More than 500 public health professionals, health scientists and NGO representatives from 60 countries have signed a joint Statement of Concern about the activities of the global alcohol producers.[...]New therapy for fragile X chromosome syndrome discovered» europa.eu
Researchers at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) and the Achucarro neurosciences centre have discovered a new therapy for the fragile X chromosome syndrome, the most widespread cause of [...]Meeting highlights from the Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) 8-11 April 2013» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency's Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) has recommended restrictions in the use of Protelos/Osseor (strontium ranelate) based on the outcome of a routine be[...]Guideline on good pharmacovigilance practices: Product-or population-specific considerations I: Vaccines for prophylaxis against infectious diseases: consultation open» europa.eu
The objective of this module is to strengthen the conduct of pharmacovigilance for vaccines. It should be noted that the overall objectives and processes of pharmacovigilance are no different for vac[...]EPHA briefing: Health in the Europe 2020 Strategy» epha.org
The Europe 2020 Strategy was launched in 2010 to promote `smart, sustainable and inclusive growth'. It sets targets for employment, innovation, climate and energy policy, education and social inclusi[...]European Commission ensures commitment on HIV/AIDS in Europe beyond 2013» aidsactioneurope.org
On March 18, 2013, Lella Cosmaro and Anna Zakowicz, co-chairs of the HIV/AIDS Civil Society Forum (CSF) advocated for a renewed commitment of the European Commission on HIV policy beyond 2013. They m[...]Epidemiological update of 11 April: novel influenza A virus A(H7N9) in China» europa.eu
As of 10 April 2013, 33 human cases of infection with influenza A(H7N9) virus have been reported in four provinces of China: Shanghai (15), Jiangsu (10), Zhejiang (6) and Anhui (2). Of these cases, n[...]Exploiting a new genetic model in the study of Parkinson's disease» europa.eu
Parkinson's disease is the second most widespread neurodegenerative disease in the world, with an estimated 1.2 million sufferers in Europe alone. One Marie Curie Fellow is carrying out innovative ge[...]First meeting of the newly appointed Scientific Committees»
Today, the newly appointed scientists who are to provide the Commission with independent advice on scientifically complex and politically sensitive issues relating to consumer safety, public health and the environment, meet for the first time in Luxembourg.
European Partnership for Action Against Cancer launched the 'I’m a Fan of Life' campaign on Facebook»
The online campaign will consist of 11 fun games on cancer prevention, helping those who play learn how to protect themselves from cancer and live a healthy lifestyle, and provide fantastic prizes as motivation. The Campaign promotes the 11 simple recommendations from the European Code Against Cancer that are aimed at supporting people in adopting a healthier lifestyle and implementing preventive measures for early cancer detection
Applications now open for the European Health Award 2013»
The winner of the 7th edition of the European Health Award will receive prize money of Euro 10.000 at the 16th European Health Forum Gastein to be held from the 2nd - 4th October this year. Applications for the Award will close on Friday 31st May 2013
Making safer composite materials for ship building» europa.eu
Just like any mode of transport that carries members of the public, ships are subject to strict safety regulations. These not only cover the use and maintenance of the vessel but also its constructio[...]Success Stories - European researchers make advances in HIV and cancer detection » europa.eu
A multidisciplinary EU-funded research team has successfully tested a pioneering HIV-detection technique that is ten times more sensitive than any identification method used to date. The new methodol[...]
Periodic Report Summary 2 - MYCORED (Novel integrated strategies for worldwide mycotoxin reduction in the food and feed chains)»
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CONSIGLIO NAZIONALE DELLE RICERCHE Project context and objectives: MYCORED objectives are to develop novel solution driven methodologies, handling procedures and practically useful tools to reduce si[...]Are ‘green jobs’ safe? » europa.eu
With pressure to reduce carbon emissions, reduce waste, increase energy efficiency and the proportion of renewable energy, the EU is set for a rapid growth in the number of `green jobs' - jobs which [...]Alcohol: Testing content restrictions in self-regulation decisions» eurocare.org
EUCAM has published a new factsheet exposing the flaws of the advertising self-regulatory system[...]The adult generations of today are less healthy than their counterparts of previous generations» escardio.org
10 April 2013 - Despite their greater life expectancy, the adults of today are less[...]EPHA briefing on cyber security and health technologies» epha.org
Below is an updated version of the EPHA briefing on cyber security and health technologies, first published in September 2012, taking account of developments and further EPHA work since then. As note[...]
Joint position paper: NGO recommendations: Encouraging 3rd Party participation in the REACH authorisation process»
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Warning: a technical problem (SQL server) prevents access to this part of the site. Thank you for your understanding.[...]EFSA wraps up aspartame consultation with public meeting» europa.eu
EFSA is the EU risk assessment body for food and feed safety. It provides independent scientific advice to risk managers.[...]Rise in human infections from Campylobacter and E. coli, whilst Salmonella cases continue to fall: EFSA and ECDC 2011 zoonoses report» europa.eu
EFSA is the EU risk assessment body for food and feed safety. It provides independent scientific advice to risk managers.[...]European Medicines Agency publishes report on patient recruitment and geographical location of clinical trials» europa.eu
Almost 62% of the patients in pivotal trials submitted in marketing-authorisation applications (MAAs) to the European Medicines Agency between January 2005 and December 2011 were recruited outside of[...]VTEC strains: EFSA looks at public health risks» europa.eu
Published on: 9 April 2013 EFSA's scientific experts say that it is currently not possible to identify which VTEC bacteria strains have the potential to cause human diseases. In order to help risk ma[...]Targeted cancer treatment shows real promise» europa.eu
An EU-funded research project is working to overcome current chemotherapy-related challenges, developing a new method which directs drug delivery exclusively to tumours, increasing effectiveness whil[...]Reducing the costs and trauma of inner ear implant surgery» europa.eu
People who are hard of hearing not only face the risk of slipping into social isolation due to their condition but, more seriously, they can also be at risk during simple, everyday activities: such a[...]Managing Hospital Volumes: Germany and Experiences from OECD Countries» oecd.org
To help inform the Conference on Managing Hospital Volumes, co-organised by the German Federal Ministry of Health and the OECD, to be held on the 11th April 2013 in Berlin, the OECD Secretariat has p[...]Influenza season in Europe moving towards its close: ECDC weekly monitoring» europa.eu
In all reporting countries, influenza activity continued to decline or had already returned to baseline levels. After more than three months of active transmission, the 2012/13 influenza season is wa[...]World Health Day 2013 - Control your blood pressure» escardio.org
The WHO and partners focus on the global problem of high blood pressure (BP). Many people do not know they have high BP. As a result, it leads to more than nine million deaths every year, including a[...]Epidemiological update: Seven new confirmed cases of novel influenza A virus, A(H7N9) in China» europa.eu
Since the last epidemiological update of 3 April, seven additional cases including two fatalities were reported by Chinese authorities. For the first time a child, aged four years, was reported. 05/0[...]Rise in human infections from Campylobacter and E. coli, whilst Salmonella cases continue to fall: ECDC and EFSA 2011 zoonoses report» europa.eu
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and the European Food Safety Authority launched their annual report on zoonoses and food-borne outbreaks. 09/04/2013 11:00[...]World Health Day: hypertension» europa.eu
Published on: 5 April 2013 World Health Day is celebrated on 7 April to mark the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization in 1948. The theme for this year is hypertension, a major[...]Addressing the physical health of people with mental health problems» mhe-sme.org
Mental health problems kill. No, this is not an overstatement, nor is it a cheap attempt to draw your attention. It is a sad, unpopular, but undeniable fact. The link between mental and physical heal[...]World Health Day on 7 April 2013: focus on high blood pressure» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency supports World Health Day, taking place on Sunday 7 April 2013.[...]Research Headlines - Developing a new screening test for a life-threatening maternal condition» europa.eu
In countries with well-developed healthcare systems, dying as a direct result of a condition brought on by pregnancy is a remote and shocking possibility. Nevertheless, one such condition, pre-eclamp[...]Meshing around made air planes quieter» europa.eu
Anyone living near an airport will testify to the ferocious sound of airplanes taking off and landing. It can be deafening very close to the runway and still very disruptive at a distance. But thanks[...]Concept paper on the need for a reflection paper on quality aspects of medicines for older people: consultation open» europa.eu
Unlike the paediatric case (regulation (EC) No 1901/2006), there is no specific legal requirement for the development of medicines for geriatric use. Nevertheless, there is a need to ensure that medi[...]ECDC publishes core competencies for infection control and hospital hygiene professionals in the European Union» europa.eu
With this technical report, the intent of ECDC is to propose a comprehensive list of core competencies that should be adopted by infection control and hospital hygiene professionals across Europe. 26[...]Integrating cardiovascular imaging modalities revolutionises care offered to patients » escardio.org
How the different advanced cardio vascular imaging technologies fit together in managing cardiac patients, will be one of the main themes explored at the International Conference on Nuclear Cardiolog[...]1000 days until the MDGs target in 2015» uicc.org
On 5 April, the UN and partners worldwide will observe the 1,000 day mark to the 2015 target date for the MDGs*. Governments, international organisations and civil society groups around the world[...]Can a healthy diet be environmentally sustainable?» eufic.org
In a review published in the Proceedings of the Nutrition Society, Dr Macdiarmid from the Rowett Institute of Nutrition and Health (Aberdeen), addresses the question whether a healthful diet can also[...]Overall notification rate for measles continues to exceed the elimination target» europa.eu
The latest data drawn from ECDC's The European Surveillance System show that of the 29 countries that contribute to measles monitoring, only 13 met the elimination target of less than one case of mea[...]EuroHeartCare 2013: slides are now available!» escardio.org
Knowledge at your fingertips: you can now access presentation slides from EuroHeartCare 2013 here. Topics: Cardiovascular Nursing[...]Using bioglass to mend bones» europa.eu
Bones have an amazing ability to regenerate after suffering slight damage. Past a certain point however, this natural healing process is really put to the test. When breaks are too big, bones need a [...]Concept paper on the development of medicinal products for the treatment of autism spectrum disorder: consultation open» europa.eu
Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a group of neurodevelopmental disabilities with symptoms typically presenting before the age of 3 years and persisting into adulthood. They are described as[...]Six new confirmed cases of novel influenza A virus, A(H7N9) in China» europa.eu
Following the announcement of three patients presenting with a novel influenza A virus on 31 March 2013, the health bureau of Jiangsu province of China confirmed four more cases of influenza A(H7N9) [...]ECDC surveillance report on Legionnaires’ disease in Europe in 2011» europa.eu
In 2011, a total of 4 897 cases of Legionnaires' disease (LD) were notified by EU Member States, Iceland and Norway, with a 22% decrease compared to the previous year. Most of the cases (67%) were co[...]ECDC risk assessment on novel influenza A virus in China» europa.eu
In the light of confirmed novel influenza A virus, A(H7N9), infection in humans in China, ECDC has issued a rapid risk assessment for the EU/EEA. At this stage of investigation, the risk of spread of[...]Register to observe CONTAM plenary meeting» europa.eu
Published on: 3 April 2013 Registration for those interested in participating as Observers in the May Plenary meeting of the Panel on Contaminants in the Food Chain (CONTAM) is now open. Please regis[...]Increase in alcohol-related cancers despite well-established link» eurocare.org
A new report from the Alcohol Health Alliance UK (AHA) has found that hospital admissions for alcohol-related cancer in England have jumped 28% in just eight years.[...]New members of the European Commission’s Scientific Committees are appointed»
The European Commission has renewed the membership of its Scientific Committees for a period of three years, starting on 1 April 2013. The newly appointed scientists are experts in the fields of consumer safety, public health and the environment.
The state of health in Europe: Researchers uncover huge differences in health services and outcomes for people across Europe»
Shortfalls caused by withdrawn services due to the financial crisis, failure to adapt to new health challenges, and a lack of will to implement public health policies are outlined in the Lancet Series on Europe. Source: LSHTM.
The AgedBrainSYSBIO Project: Alzheimer's research underway» europa.eu
While science has achieved a broad understanding of the genetic, molecular and system-level biological principles of human ageing, cognitive decline remains one of the greatest health challenges of o[...]Food Allergy Campaign » eufic.org
Food Today, science based information on food, nutrition and safety from EUFIC, the European Food Information Council. More than 17 million people in Europe suffer from food allergies, with 3.5 milli[...]Active: Letter to EU Health Commissioner on protecting european children» eurocare.org
Active has sent An open letter to the EU Commissioner of DG Sanco, Tonio Borg, on protecting European children. See also their Press release on revolutionising how we understand youths' alcohol consu[...]Speech: European strategies for health and safety at work: the role of social partners» europa.eu
European Commission László ANDOR European Commissioner responsible for Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion European strategies for health and safety at work: the role of social partners European[...]Nanomaterials in plastic packaging - are they safe for consumers?» epha.org
During a roundtable discussion hosted by Holger Krahmer MEP (ALDE, DE) and organised by The Parliament Magazine and Plastics Europe, a study was presented on whether nanomaterials present in food pac[...]Mechanically separated meat: EFSA advises on public health risks and detection methods» europa.eu
Published on: 27 March 2013 Microbiological and chemical hazards associated with mechanically separated meat derived from poultry and swine are similar to those related to non-mechanically separated [...]Food additive re-evaluations given fresh impetus with new call for data» europa.eu
Published on: 27 March 2013 EFSA has prioritised the food additives for which scientific data are required to finalise their re-evaluation within deadlines established by European legislation. The Au[...]European Medicines Agency to begin PSUR assessment based on active substances in both centrally and nationally authorised medicines» europa.eu
On 1 April 2013, the European Medicines Agency will start carrying out single assessments of the periodic safety update reports (PSURs) of active substances contained in both centrally and nationally[...]Updated guidance on novel coronavirus by WHO: surveillance, applied epidemiological studies and clinical guidance» europa.eu
The WHO has recently updated a number of its interim guidance documents for the novel coronavirus including clinical management (11th February) and the case definition for reporting (19th February); [...]AIDS Action Europe: Registration Harm Reduction Conference 2013 still open» aidsactioneurope.org
With the Harm Reduction Conference fast approaching we would like to remind you that there is still time to register! We are delighted to announce that Mark Dybul, the newly appointed head of the Glo[...]Bisphenol A: EFSA will publicly consult on its draft opinion» europa.eu
Published on: 26 March 2013 Continuing its commitment to transparency and openness, EFSA will launch a public consultation in July on its draft scientific opinion on the possible risks to public heal[...]Eurocare publishes IJADR Special Issue: Global burden of alcohol consumption and policy implications: A focus on infectious diseases » eurocare.org
The European Alcohol Policy Alliance is a network of public health orgnisations working on alcohol policy, alcohol prevention and reduction of alcohol related harm in Europe through effective and evi[...]European Medicines Agency Workshop on Medication Errors» epha.org
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) organised a workshop on Medication Errors on 28 February - 1 March, a timely event given that such incidents are much more frequent across Europe than is commonly [...]Children's well-being: investing in a healthy future - a silent emergency in Europe» epha.org
On 27 March, the Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Daciana Octavia SÂRBU (S & D, RO) hosted a seminar on child health, nutrition and education policies. On her speech, EPHA Secretary Genera[...]LEXNET Project: Reducing electromagnetic field exposure» europa.eu
Wireless communications systems that use electromagnetic fields (EMF) are increasingly used both at home and on the move. Although no adverse health effects have been established, public concerns per[...]RARE-Bestpractices: Researching rare diseases» europa.eu
Clinical research needs to optimise its agenda by taking into consideration both patients' and clinicians' needs and interests. This is the goal of a four-year project funded by the EU's Seventh Fram[...]Epidemiological update: additional confirmed cases of novel coronavirus including sixth case diagnosed in Europe» europa.eu
Since the ECDC epidemiological update of 22 February 2013, four new confirmed cases of novel coronavirus (nCoV) infection have been reported worldwide, totalling 17 cases and including eleven deaths.[...]Future treatment of gonorrhoea at risk: new ECDC report» europa.eu
Effective control of gonorrhoea, the second most commonly reported sexually transmitted infection in Europe, relies on successful antimicrobial treatment. As data from the ECDC report Gonococcal anti[...]HIV/AIDS: Treatment as prevention - Evidence from Europe and beyond» aidsactioneurope.org
As part of its European HIV prevention work, NAM is collaborating with AVAC to provide a series of webinars (conference calls with accompanying slides) to train and inform prevention advocates and an[...]NEW: Guidelines to develop healthier and safer nightlife environments» eurocare.org
The European Club Health project has produced a series of resources to support local, national and European policymakers and practitioners develop healthier and safer nightlife environments.[...]Scientists hit back at drinks industry criticisms of research on minimum pricing» eurocare.org
Scientists have today spoken out against criticisms from the drinks industry of research on the effects of minimum pricing.[...]European Parliament votes in favour of wine quotas till 2030» eurocare.org
The EP has disappointingly sided with the wine industry by maintaining the planting quotas on wine production until 2030.[...]Eurocare responds to Revised Draft Global Action Plan for the prevention and control of NCDs 2013 – 2020 » eurocare.org
The European Alcohol Policy Alliance is a network of public health orgnisations working on alcohol policy, alcohol prevention and reduction of alcohol related harm in Europe through effective and evi[...]A paradox: European law invoked to frustrate alcohol policy» eurocare.org
European law is being invoked to defeat alcohol harm reduction strategies. This is a paradox, since the wellbeing of the population and the promotion of public health are primary objectives in the Eu[...]EPHAC Open Letter to EU Ministers of Agriculture and Rural Development to recognise a public health dimension of European food, farming and rural development policy» epha.org
As agriculture ministers from the EU's member states agreed a negotiating position on reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) on the 19 March AGRIFISH Council meeting, the European Public Heal[...]European Medicines Agency updates procedural guidance in line with new pharmacovigilance legislation» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency has revised its procedural guidance for pharmaceutical companies to include the latest information related to the new pharmacovigilance legislation.[...]European Medicines Agency issues recommendations for 2013/2014 seasonal flu vaccine composition» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency has issued the European Union (EU) recommendations for the influenza virus strains that should be included in vaccines for the prevention of seasonal influenza next wint[...]European Medicines Agency investigates findings on pancreatic risks with GLP-1-based therapies for type 2 diabetes» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency is investigating findings by a group of independent academic researchers that suggest an increased risk of pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) and pre-cancerous [...]“Investing in children: breaking the cycle of disadvantage” recommends EU's Social Investment Package» epha.org
The European Commission has recently proposed a Social Investment Package - a framework that sets up a number of recommendations to promote social protection and investments in people skills and capa[...]The WHO 2012 European health report confirms alcohol as 1 of the 2 main risk factors in Europe» eurocare.org
Consumption of alcohol across European population remains dangerously high, in spite of the knowledge how to tackle it.[...]European Medicines Agency’s Management Board welcomes new civil-society members» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency's Management Board held its first meeting in 2013 on 20-21 March 2013. The Board welcomed four new civil-society representatives as full members.[...]Using simpler synthesis and greener chemistry to improve medicines» europa.eu
An estimated 170 million people worldwide are infected with hepatitis C, which kills more than 350,000 every year from related illnesses like liver cancer. There is no vaccine for it, and treatments [...]Call for experts: EDCTP Strategic Advisory Committee and EDCTP Interim Strategic Advisory Committee» edctp.org
EDCTP is calling on high level experts from across multiple fields and sectors to apply for membership of the Interim Strategic Advisory Committee (Interim SAC) and the Strategic Advisory Committee ([...]EDCTP-funded projects for tuberculosis vaccines» edctp.org
Every year 9 million people are newly diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB). The disease kills approximately 1.4 million people per year including infants and adolescents. TB/HIV co-infection and MDR/XDR-[...]Draft guideline on the declaration of the quantitative composition / labelling of biological medicinal products that contain modified proteins as active substance: consultation open» europa.eu
Draft guideline on the declaration of the quantitative composition / labelling of biological medicinal products that contain modified proteins as active substance Draft guideline on the declaration o[...]EU Parliament votes to adopt Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) measure as part of agricultural reform» epha.org
The European Parliament voted on its plenary session on 13 March on the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). As part of this vote, an amendment concerning Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) wa[...]Ultrasound to Combat Liver Tumours» europa.eu
Liver tumours are either benign or malignant; if malignant then they can be primary or secondary. In Europe, a solitary lesion in the liver is more likely to be a metastatic carcinoma than a primary [...]Working conditions: Commission urges Member States to implement ILO domestic workers convention» europa.eu
European Commission Press release Brussels, 21 March 2013 The European Commission has presented a proposal for a Council Decision authorising Member States to ratify the International Labour Organisa[...]Latest ECDC maps on vector distribution introducing enhanced information on spread of mosquitoes, ticks and sandflies in Europe» europa.eu
ECDC publishes today the latest maps on the geographical distribution of exotic mosquitoes, sandlfies and ticks in Europe, the new maps updated with a more detailed classification of the geographical[...]Influenza activity continues to decline in Europe: ECDC weekly monitoring» europa.eu
In all reporting countries but one, influenza activity continued to decline or had already returned to baseline levels. After more than three months of active transmission, the 2012-2013 influenza se[...]Meeting highlights from the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) 18-21 March 2013» europa.eu
This page provides an overview of the opinions adopted at the March 2013 meeting of the CHMP and other important outcomes.[...]Complementary and Alternative medicine studies take centre stage at EuroHeartCare » escardio.org
Two abstracts show the potential for medical yoga and acupressure, in addition to pharmacological therapies, to reduce blood pressure and heart rates in patients with AF. In a third abstract, a surve[...]Education: Meeting of the Xplore Health pilot centers 2012-13» xplorehealth.eu
XploreHealth organised on 13 March 2013 in C osmoCaixa Science Museum in Barcelona, a meeting of educational centres acting as pilot centres in Catalonia during the current academic year. These 15 ed[...]Tool for seafood contamination» europa.eu
Since the horse meat saga began in 2012, some of us have decided to eat more fish and seafood - after all, we have been told they are better for our health. Well, that may not be quite true today. Wh[...]European Medicines Agency recommends restricting use of cilostazol-containing medicines» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency's Committee on Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has recommended that the use of cilostazol-containing medicines in the treatment of intermittent claudication - a [...]Revision of procedural advice on the submission of variations for annual update of human influenza inactivated vaccines applications in the centralised procedure: consultation open» europa.eu
The purpose of this revision is to provide guidance for the submission of variations for annual update of human influenza inactivated vaccines applications in the centralised procedure following amen[...]Informing relatives of heart or lung transplantation patients» escardio.org
The results of this qualitative study showed a gap between the information and support that relatives to newly listed heart or lung transplant patients need and receive. The professional teams and so[...]Stayin’ Alive – delivering resuscitation messages to the public» escardio.org
Teaching bystander Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) strategically to the general public offers the greatest potential to make the biggest overall impact on survival in out of hospital cardiac ar[...]UN Commision of Narcotic Drugs: Pain relief on the agenda» uicc.org
Access to opioids for the treatment of cancer pain under the spotlight at the UN Commision of Narcotic Drugs. The UN's Commission on Narcotic Drugs held its annual session in Vienna from 11-15 March.[...]Preventing heart disease requires a universal approach» escardio.org
Three out of five of the world's most costly diseases are cardiovascular in nature, and their prevention is now recognised as an urgent public health need. This year's EuroPRevent congress, already t[...]Infectious Disease Epidemiology: ESCAIDE 2013 to take place on 5-7 November in Stockholm, Sweden» europa.eu
The 2013 European Scientific Conference on Applied Infectious Disease Epidemiology (ESCAIDE) will be held in Stockholm, Sweden on 5 - 7 November. 20/03/2013 14:30[...]Food additives and preschool children» eufic.org
In a review published in the Proceedings of the Nutrition Society, researchers from University College Dublin looked at the regulatory basis for the authorisation of food additives and focused on the[...]A paradox: European law invoked to frustrate alcohol policy» eurocare.org
European law is being invoked to defeat alcohol harm reduction strategies. This is a paradox, since the wellbeing of the population and the promotion of public health are primary objectives in the Eu[...]Robotic Hand» europa.eu
Losing the use of a limb - or losing the limb completely - can have a huge impact on a person's quality of life. Coming to terms with an impairment or disability can be an equally traumatic experienc[...]EU Agriculture Ministers reach agreement on Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) reform» epha.org
Last 19 March, agriculture ministers from the EU's member states agreed a negotiating position on reform of the Common Agricultural Policy. They reached an agreement on a number of issues: (1) the ge[...]Health Commissioner Tonio Borg - EU Commission takes gender dimension and men's health into account on its policies» epha.org
The seminar hosted by Christel Schaldemose (S & D, DK) focused on Men's Health as a vital public health issue. Health Commissioner Tonio Borg highlighted the importance of reducing health inequal[...]EFSA supports European Commission in defining scientific criteria for endocrine disruptors» europa.eu
EFSA is the EU risk assessment body for food and feed safety. It provides independent scientific advice to risk managers.[...]The WHO 2012 European health report confirms alcohol as 1 of the 2 main risk factors in Europe» eurocare.org
Consumption of alcohol across European population remains dangerously high, in spite of the knowledge how to tackle it.[...]European Medicines Agency reminds companies of timeframe to submit product-information translations in Croatian» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency reminds applicants and marketing-authorisation holders that they need to submit of translations of product information in Croatian for opinions as of April 2013.[...]Scientific guideline: guideline on the clinical development of medicinal products intended for the treatment of chronic primary immune thrombocytopenia, consultation open» europa.eu
This guideline describes the information on the clinical development to be documented when an application for a marketing authorisation for a medicinal product is made for the treatment of chronic pr[...]Tuberculosis: Europe's Ticking Timebomb» aidsactioneurope.org
Drug-resistant forms on the rise in Europe; treatment costs to increase 50 times if epidemic left unchecked. MEPs get involved in the fight against deadly strains of the disease. Brussels, 20th March[...]Bringing researchers and tools onto one DISH to optimise European food and health research» eufic.org
Organising European food and health research in a competitive and collaborative way is essential to turn taxpayer money into benefits for all. The new EU-funded project EuroDISH aims to assess the cu[...]New ECDC/WHO Euro report: One in five TB patients has extrapulmonary tuberculosis»
The fifth report launched jointly by ECDC and the WHO Regional Office for Europe follows on from reports under the EuroTB project established in 1998
European & Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership: High-Level Conference on EDCTP2: proceedings and video available online» edctp.org
Today the European & Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) published the report of the High-Level Conference on the second EDCTP programme (EDCTP2) and a short video on the eve[...]Health improves unequally within and among European countries» epha.org
As every three years, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has published its report on European Health. This year with a special focus on well-being.[...]EU Joint Research Centre publishes new issue of 'Nutrition Research Highlights 1/2013'» europa.eu
Read about: multi-level policy actions and obesity prevention; zooming into the 'ugly' cholesterol; energy drink consumption and health-related concerns; fructose intakes in the spotlight[...]2014 World Cancer Congress: Call for Session Proposals - Now Open» uicc.org
Call for Session Proposals - Now Open UICC is looking forward to receiving your session proposal for the 2014 World Cancer Congress, to be held in Melbourne, Australia, on 3-6 December 2014. The dead[...]Air pollution: breaches of legal limits continued through 2010 and 2011» europa.eu
Air pollutant emissions were above legal limits in eight Member States in 2011, preliminary data shows. In 2010, 12 Member States exceeded these limits, according to final official data reported unde[...]AGE Platform Europe: Towards a Europe-wide database of accidents and injuries »
A broad coalition of European organisations has come together to call on the European Commission to propose setting up a Pan-European Accident and Injury Data System. They are convinced that such a system would contribute to fewer accidents and injuries.
The Confederation of Family Organisations in the European Union (COFACE) 2014 Campaign: European Year for Reconciling Work and Family Life»
COFACE not only studies how families live and the challenges they face, but also aims to address how policy might be shaped to try and make the lives of men, women and children happier, and the decisions they make easier.
Road safety: EU reports lowest ever number of road deaths and takes first step towards an injuries strategy»
oad fatalities across the EU have decreased by 9% in 2012. According to new figures published by the European Commission, 2012 saw the lowest number of people killed in road traffic in EU countries since the first data were collected.
European Social Network publishes its annual review»
The European Social Network (ESN) is the independent network for local public social services in Europe.
The benefits of pets for the elderly promoted in a new EU-wide campaign» europa.eu
The International Federation for Animal Health Europe (IFAH-Europe) has just launched the campaign We Care, which aims to show how older people can boost their health and activity levels by spending [...]Can Health Impact Assessment methods be used to tackle global health equity?» epha.org
A recent survey has examined if current health impact assessment (HIA) methods could be used to tackle global health equity. The poll shows that HIA do not address the issue of equity adequately. Exi[...]Simplification of submission of applications for centrally authorised medicines» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency has simplified the process of submission of applications for centrally authorised medicines, reducing the number of applications companies now need to submit.[...]European Parliament votes in favour of wine quotas till 2030» eurocare.org
The EP has disappointingly sided with the wine industry by maintaining the planting quotas on wine production until 2030.[...]Letter to DG Sanco on EFSA Conclusion on the peer review of the pesticides risk assessment for bees for the active substance thiamethoxam» europa.eu
Published on: 14 March 2013 Letter to DG Sanco on EFSA Conclusion on the peer review of the pesticides risk assessment for bees for the active substance thiamethoxam (0.1 Mb) Letter to DG Sanco on EF[...]The heart and beyond: intercellular and interorgan communication» escardio.org
A Joint meeting organised by the 2 Working Groups on Myocardial Function and Cellular Biology of the Heart will be held in Varenna, Italy, on 2-5 May 2013.[...]Substantial influenza activity in Europe but many countries report declining transmission: ECDC weekly monitoring» europa.eu
During week 10, 18 of the 27 countries reporting indicated wide geographic spread on influenza, 16 of which also reported high/medium-intensity transmission. Only one country reported an increasing t[...]Examining the effects of breast cancer radiotherapy» europa.eu
Breast cancer is the most frequent cancer in women worldwide. The highest rate is in North America, with Europe close behind. Most women diagnosed with breast cancer receive radiation to help prevent[...]European Medicines Agency updates product information template to label medicines subject to additional monitoring and encourage adverse-reaction reporting» europa.eu
As part of the implementation of the European Union (EU) pharmacovigilance legislation, the European Medicines Agency has updated the product information template to allow easy identification of huma[...]Draft guideline on the pharmacokinetic and clinical evaluation of modified release dosage forms : consultation open» europa.eu
This guideline replaces Guideline on Modified Release Oral and Transdermal Dosage Forms Section II 9 (Pharmacokinetic and Clinical Evaluation (EMA/CPMP/EWP/280/96 Corr*)).[...]WHO Recommendation on influenza virus vaccines for the Northern Hemisphere 2013-2014 season» europa.eu
On 21 February 2013, WHO issued its recommendation for the composition of influenza vaccines for the 2013-2014 influenza season in the Northern Hemisphere.[...]EFSA clarifies neonicotinoid conclusions in light of new data» europa.eu
Published on: 14 March 2013 EFSA has made minor adjustments to its recent assessment of the risks to bees from pesticides containing the neonicotinoid active substance thiamethoxam. The changes, whic[...]56th Management Board meeting: EFSA Management Board discusses EFSA’s first Multiannual Plan 2014-16 addressing external evaluation recommendations» europa.eu
Published on: The agenda and supporting documents for this meeting will be published about 2 days before the meeting date. All Management Board meetings are made available via on-demand webcast the d[...]Cutting edge tools and literature from the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI)» escardio.org
A wealth of the latest tools, resources and cutting-edge information you need to succeed in your daily practice are available from the EACVI. - Register at a discounted fee for the next teaching cour[...]Plenary meeting of the European Platform for Action on Diet, Physical Activity and Health, Brussels, 28 February 2013 - Contributions available» europa.eu
European Commission - Agenda Flash report - Conclusions of the Chair Contributio[...]MEPs call for clampdown on chemicals affecting hormones» europa.eu
Plenary sessions : The EU should act to reduce exposure to suspected hormone-affecting[...]Active Ageing Index (AAI) to measure untapped potential of seniors in the EU, now available on a dedicated wiki» europa.eu
A new Active Ageing Index (AAI) wiki has just been launched online by the European Commission and the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) aiming to enhance the availability of this [...]Ireland's Presidency Health Priorities» epha.org
Ireland, in collaboration with Lithuania and Greece (the countries that follow Ireland is taking up the Presidency of the Council of EU), has made a commitment to use its resources to prioritise soli[...]European Medicines Agency focuses on new legislation, increased efficiency and transparency in 2013 work programme» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency has published its work programme for 2013.[...]Amnesty International urges EU Institutions to end Female Genital Mutilation» epha.org
Amnesty International Ireland, together with other 15 organisations from all across Europe, has been running the END Female Genital mutilation (FGM) European Campaign since 2009 to promote awareness [...]Italy leading the way on preventing alcohol related harm in sports» eurocare.org
Tonight in the European League Inter Milan is playing with the UK based Tottenham; the match will take place in an alcohol free environment.[...]International shipping should cut air pollutants and greenhouse gases together» europa.eu
Emissions of air pollutants and greenhouse gases from the shipping sector have increased substantially in the last two decades, contributing to both climate change and air pollution problems, accordi[...]MyEuropia - The visionary tools helping myopia researchers see further » europa.eu
Professor Frank Schaeffel has spent a quarter of a century studying myopia, the phenomenon of how the eye often grows too long and becomes short-sighted. Schaeffel, who is the Head of the Section of [...]HIV high on the agenda at the fifty-sixth session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs» aidsactioneurope.org
In wide-ranging opening remarks to the current session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs in Vienna, the Executive Director of the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Yury Fedotov placed HIV and dr[...]14 March 2013: World Kidney Day: ‘Acute kidney injury: stop kidney attack!'» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency supports World Kidney Day, which is taking place on Thursday 14 March 2013.[...]Lazy Town Session: How to move the world» escardio.org
Childhood obesity is the fastest growing health problem in the West. Rising childhood obesity rates are a direct result of poor nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle, and a serious problem for public h[...]SAFEAST - Network of researchers helps making drivers more aware of road safety » europa.eu
In Europe over 41,000 people die and 1.6 million are injured in traffic accidents every year. However, there are striking regional differences. In Southern Europe the number of traffic deaths is as m[...]International conference - Child Health Research: Key to a Healthier European Society» epha.org
The RICHE and CHICOS projects, together with colleagues in TACTICS and EURO-PERISTAT are hosting a joint meeting to celebrate European child health research, and launch their reports in Dublin next M[...]Research Headlines - Turning the volume down in Europe's cities» europa.eu
Millions of European city dwellers endure urban noise pollution every day. Apart from its nuisance value, noise in Europe has health risks with stress and cardiovascular issues being particular conce[...]Health programme: launch of the Joint Action on Mental Health and Well-Being» europa.eu
The Executive Agency for Health and Consumers implements the EU Health Programme, the Consumer Programme and the Better Training for Safer Food initiative[...]
Periodic Report Summary 2 - NAD (Nanoparticles for therapy and diagnosis of Alzeimer disease)»
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UNIVERSITA' DEGLI STUDI DI MILANO-BICOCCA Project context and objectives: Over three million people in the European Union (EU) have Alzheimer disease (AD), with one in 20 people over 65, and one in f[...]Managing Crisis Communication» europa.eu
Modern societies are continually confronted with disasters and catastrophes. Extreme events can threaten societies' values and/or life-sustaining functions and create an urgent need to respond to the[...]Residue compliance rates remain high, annual pesticide report finds» europa.eu
EFSA is the EU risk assessment body for food and feed safety. It provides independent scientific advice to risk managers.[...]Addiction - Alcohol—a universal preventive agent? A critical analysis (1.3.13)» eurocare.org
In observational studies, moderate drinking is associated with a reduced risk of more than twenty different diseases and health problems. However, it would be premature to conclude that there is a ca[...]WHO Europe: How good is our information on health and well-being?»
Providing public health policy-makers and researchers with accurate, harmonized data, information and expertise on health and well-being in the WHO European Region is the aim of a new innovative collaboration between the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) and WHO/Europe
Commission seeks to improve access to rail travel for persons with disabilities and passengers with reduced mobility»
The European Commission is making accessibility an essential requirement for rail infrastructure when newly built, upgraded or renewed. Accessibility can be achieved by preventing or removing barriers and through other measures such as provision of assistance. The rules apply to infrastructure (e.g. obstacle-free routes, ticketing, information desks, toilets, visual and spoken information, platform width and height, and boarding aids) and to rail carriages (e.g. doors, toilets, wheelchair spaces, and information)
ESC to create an inventory of cardiovascular diseases registries and a task force on data standardisation» escardio.org
Budgets are becoming tighter and health systems are under pressure to address the increasing burden of chronic diseases. Tackling them requires up to date information on prevalence and risk factors, [...]Civil society pushes for renewal European HIV Policy beyond 2013» aidsactioneurope.org
Mid-March Lella Cosmaro and Anna Zakowicz, co-chairs of the HIV/AIDS Civil Society Forum (CSF), will meet with representatives of the Cabinet of EU Commissioner Tonio Borg to discuss the need for a r[...][Save the date] Water is a Human Right - European citizens initiative's event » epha.org
On the occasion of World Water Day, Water is a Human Right campaign organises a workshop on the `Right to Water in Europe' on 19 March from 6PM till 8PM. The even will take place at the European Parl[...]3D Technology in Medicine» europa.eu
Medical visualisation uses computers to create 3D images from medical imaging data sets. This is a relatively new field of science, but despite its youth, the technology has already revolutionised me[...]Substantial influenza activity continues but signs of declining transmission: ECDC weekly monitoring» europa.eu
During week 9, 19 of 27 countries reporting indicated high/medium-intensity transmission and wide geographic spread. Only two countries reported increasing trends compared to six in week 8. 11/03/201[...]Science protecting consumers - Just Published - EU Bookshop» europa.eu
From field to fork[...]Eurocare responds to Revised Draft Global Action Plan for the prevention and control of NCDs 2013 – 2020 » eurocare.org
Eurocare strongly supports World Health Organisation's (WHO) efforts to tackle the global threat to health due to Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) and has actively participated in the ongoing consulta[...]The study to identify and map existing data and resources on sexual violence against women in the EU - Just Published - EU Bookshop» europa.eu
The study to identify and map existing data and resources on sexual violence against women in the EU[...]European Society of Cardiology responds to European Commission's Proposals for new regulation to govern medical devices» escardio.org
ESC authors have outlined five suggestions that they feel would make the EC legislation stronger: a requirement to establish the clinical efficacy of certain new high-risk devices; greater transparen[...]European Parliament Report - Health protection: Radioactive substances in water intended for human consumption» europa.eu
REPORT on the proposal for a Council directive laying down requirements for the protection of the health of the general public with regard to radioactive substances in water intended for human consum[...]Links between Housing Situation, Noise Pollution & Adverse Health Effects» epha.org
A recent pan-European study has reviewed the factors which influence how annoyed a person feels about road traffic and aircraft noise. Among its findings, residents in terraced housing or apartments [...]Scientific guideline: Draft guideline on influenza vaccines – quality module, draft: consultation open» europa.eu
The purpose of this guideline is to provide guidance on development, manufacturing and control for Marketing Authorisation Applications for influenza vaccines. The Quality Module has been updated in [...]Assessment of the implementation of the European Commission Recommendation on active inclusion - A study of national policies» europa.eu
The European Network of Independent Experts on Social Inclusion reviews the implementation of the 2008 Active Inclusion Recommendation in Member States and presents practical and wide-ranging suggest[...]Eurocare's second library of alcohol health warning labels» eurocare.org
Eurocare proudly presents the second library of alcohol health warning labels. It is Eurocare's wish that this proposal will serve as a starting point for much needed discussion around labelling of a[...]Meeting highlights from the Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) 4-7 March 2013» europa.eu
The PRAC welcomed the appointment by the European Commission of one member and alternate each representing healthcare professionals and patient organisations.[...]Scientists hit back at drinks industry criticisms of research on minimum pricing» eurocare.org
Scientists have today spoken out against criticisms from the drinks industry of research on the effects of minimum pricing.[...]Revised rules on the distribution of medicinal products in the EU» europa.eu
European Commission - General Information Major developments General Information [...]Eurocare hosts event on Effective Environmental Strategies to prevent youth drinking , 25 February 2013, Brussels» eurocare.org
The European Alcohol Policy Alliance is a network of public health orgnisations working on alcohol policy, alcohol prevention and reduction of alcohol related harm in Europe through effective and evi[...]Epidemiological update: anthrax cases among people who inject drugs» europa.eu
On 8 March, the Health Protection Agency in the United Kingdom reported an additional fatal case of anthrax in Suffolk, England. It concerns a person who injected heroine. This brings the number of a[...]The impact of chemical pollution on male reproductive health » europa.eu
We are encouraged to eat more fruit and vegetables as part of a healthy lifestyle but this advice could in fact be damaging our health. With ever more commercial food production, research shows that [...]Atrial flutter: common and main atypical forms» escardio.org
Typical atrial flutter is widely known and recognised easily by clinical cardiologists however it does not always present a typical electrocardiographic pattern. There are also many other underdiagno[...]Women...Learn about ways to decrease your chances of heart disease, heart attack and stroke» escardio.org
Although studies show a significant improvement in Europe's heart health, the number of young women having heart attacks is on the rise. In conjunction with International Women's Day (8 March 2013), [...]Latest report from the Health and Environmental Alliance - how is coal pollution making us sick?» env-health.org
How is coal pollution making us sick? is the latest Health and Environment Alliance (HEAL) report launched on 7 March. The paper provides an overview of the scientific evidence of how air pollution i[...]Roma students can become doctors!» epha.org
Since 2010, the Roma Center for Health Policies - SASTIPEN has been implementing a Tutorship Programme striving to sustain Roma students in Romania who want to become doctors and whose social and fin[...]Pharmaceuticals: New symbol to identify medicines undergoing additional monitoring»
The symbol will allow patients and health care professionals to easily identify medicinal products that are undergoing additional monitoring, and its accompanying text will encourage them to report unexpected adverse reactions through national reporting systems.
Register now for bees colloquium» europa.eu
Published on: 6 March 2013 Registration is now open for EFSA's Scientific Colloquium on Holistic Approaches to the Risk Assessment of Multiple Stressors in Bees. The event, to be held in Parma, Italy[...]Register to observe GMO plenary meeting» europa.eu
Published on: 6 March 2013 Registration for those interested in attending as Observers the April Plenary meeting of the Panel on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) is now open. Please register by 2[...]Novel treatment for bone marrow cancer» europa.eu
Multiple myeloma is a form of cancer in which the plasma cells in the bone marrow grow out of control, causing damage to bones as well as predisposing patients to anaemia, infection and kidney failur[...]“Energy” drinks report» europa.eu
Published on: 6 March 2013 EFSA has published a report on a commissioned study that for the first time collates data on the consumption of[...]Insomnia is linked to increased risk of heart failure» escardio.org
The study, which is published online in the EHJ followed 54,279 people between the ages of 20-89 for an average of more than 11 years, and found that those who suffered from three symptoms of insomni[...]Eurostat: In the EU27, both women and men could expect at birth to live 62 years in a healthy condition …»
Healthy life years measure the number of years that a person can expect to live in a healthy condition1. At birth, both women and men in the EU27 could expect to live 62 years in a healthy condition in 2011. At the age of 50, they could expect another 18 years living in a healthy condition, while at the age of 65, they could expect to have an additional 9 healthy life years.
Annual Epidemiological Report 2012» europa.eu
The Annual Epidemiological Report 2012 - which is based on 2010 surveillance data - shows that meaningful disease surveillance in Europe is not easily accomplished. Surveillance systems in the EU sti[...]Using the Law effectively for Cancer Control in Europe» uicc.org
Oslo 6-7 March 2013 The McCabe Centre for Law and Cancer and the Norwegian Cancer Society (NCS), are bringing together professionals from around Europe for a workshop to discuss the effective use of [...]Decision day - Farms instead of Factories» epha.org
Will our tax money continue to flow into the pockets of agribusiness and monocultures? Or will Europe's farm subsidies finally be used to fund a sustainable and globally responsible agriculture? On 1[...]Aspartame scientific meeting on 9 April: registration open» europa.eu
Published on: 4 March 2013 Registration is open for a follow-up meeting organised by EFSA to engage with all contributing stakeholders and other relevant parties on comments received during the publi[...]Best Cancer Reporter Award» uicc.org
Call for nominations The European School of Oncology (ESO) is seeking nominations for its annual Best Cancer Reporter Award which honors excellence in cancer journalism. The Award is presented each y[...]Health-based ventilation guidelines for Europe» efanet.org
HealthVent event at the European Parliament - Health-based ventilation guidelines for Europe On 20 February 2013 EFA organised an event in the European Parliament at which the HealthVent project cons[...]Communicating during epidemics» europa.eu
Disease outbreaks are inevitable, and can often be unpredictable. They are frequently marked by uncertainty, confusion and a sense of urgency. Communication, generally through the media, is an import[...]European Federation of Allergy and Airways diseases Patients Associations: EU Policy Updates» efanet.org
Policy Round-Up The results of the HealthVent project were presented at the European Parliament (see article above) and the European Commission was requested to issue a Green Paper on indoor air qual[...]Data on antimicrobial consumption from EU/EEA countries now available from the ESAC-Net interactive database» europa.eu
A new interactive database allows the display of selected data on antimicrobial consumption in different formats such as tables, maps and figures. The database includes data on antimicrobial consumpt[...]Research Headlines - European nano-warriors tackle a big killer ... cancer » europa.eu
European researchers are waging war on cancer, a major medical and societal challenge today. Thanks to progress in nanotechnology and strong leadership by Trinity College Dublin, teams from diverse s[...]Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria launches new funding model» aidsactioneurope.org
Up to $1.9 billion available in 2013 and 2014 GENEVA, 28 February 2013 - The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria today launched a new funding model that allows it to invest more strat[...]Invitation for Contributions: Addiction: What Is The Added Value Of The Concept Today?» eurocare.org
The European Alcohol Policy Alliance is a network of public health orgnisations working on alcohol policy, alcohol prevention and reduction of alcohol related harm in Europe through effective and evi[...]EU agriculture budget must favour healthy foodstuff, not chronic disease in the form of tobacco subsidies» epha.org
Brussels, 4 March - In the run up to next week's European Parliament (EP) vote on the 2014-2020 EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), national delegations from the three largest political groups in th[...]European Week Against Cancer (EWAC) Youth Competition 2013»
Young people aged between 10 and 18 years are encouraged to submit a clear and creative poster communicating what young people in other countries can do now to prevent getting cancer later in life- closing date 19 April
Protection from second hand smoke improved, but still too high» epha.org
A report by the European Commission confirms that the exposure to second hand smoke has decreased considerably since 2009, although the differences among countries are still important. In 2009 the Eu[...]Weekly Influenza Surveillance Overview: still substantial influenza activity while more countries report signs of declining transmission» europa.eu
During week 8, 19 of 28 countries reporting indicated high/medium-intensity transmission and wide geographic spread. Only six countries reported increasing trends compared to eleven in week 7. Fiftee[...]
EU project Periodic Report Summary - IMECS (Identification of mechanisms correlating with susceptibility for avian influenza)»
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Publishable summary 1.1 Context and objectives of the IMECS initiative The mission of the consortium is to identify the mechanisms of protection from avian influenza in humans that will enable the de[...]Concept paper on the need for revision of note for guidance on clinical investigation of medicinal products for the treatment of cardiac failure, draft: consultation open» europa.eu
Chronic Heart Failure (CHF) encompasses heterogeneous groups of patients with a wide spectrum of symptoms and different causes. The CHMP Guideline on the clinical investigations of medicinal products[...]Reflection paper on quality of essential oils as active substances in herbal medicinal products/traditional herbal medicinal products, draft: consultation open» europa.eu
This reflection paper applies to essential oils used as active substances in herbal medicinal products (HMPs) both for human and veterinary use and in traditional herbal medicinal products (THMPs) fo[...]Making the scientific link between the natural environment and good human health » europa.eu
For centuries, common wisdom has held that spending time in nature - walking through forests, strolling along the beach, breathing fresh air - can be good for one's body, mind and spirit. Seeking to [...]Scientific guideline: Guideline on the clinical investigation of medicinal products for the treatment of Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy, draft: consultation open» europa.eu
Recent advances in basic and clinical research have opened new perspectives for future therapeutic options in Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy (DBMD). The increasing number of clinical trials t[...]Concept paper on the need to revise the guideline on the clinical development of fixed dose combinations of medicinal products regarding dossier content requirements» europa.eu
The current guideline CHMP/EWP/240/95 Rev. 1 contains a section describing the legal basis applicable to fixed dose combination (FDC) product marketing authorisation application (MAA).[...]Support Statement of Concern about the actions of the global alcohol producers» eurocare.org
The Global Alcohol Policy Alliance (GAPA) is appealing to the international public health community to support an open letter to the WHO outlining concerns about the actions of the global alcohol pro[...]Reducing the € 45 billion health cost of air pollution from lorries» europa.eu
Road charges for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs or lorries) should reflect the varied health effects of traffic pollution in different European countries. This means charges should be much higher in some[...]Presentations now available: Experts Workshop - Cancer Policy Support» europa.eu
Held in Ispra on 21-22.02.13[...]New MEP group aims to raise awareness of growing liver disease epidemic» eurocare.org
26 February 2013. A new cross-party MEP group has been launched in a bid to ensure that Europe's estimated 29 million chronic liver condition sufferers[...]Scientific guideline: Guideline on the use of porcine trypsin used in the manufacture of human biological medicinal products, draft: consultation open» europa.eu
This guideline describes the information to be considered by the manufacturer of human biological medicinal products using porcine trypsin.[...]Eurocare hosts event on Effective Environmental Strategies to prevent youth drinking , 25 February 2013, Brussels» eurocare.org
The European Alcohol Policy Alliance is a network of public health orgnisations working on alcohol policy, alcohol prevention and reduction of alcohol related harm in Europe through effective and evi[...]Eurocare's second library of alcohol health warning labels» eurocare.org
Eurocare proudly presents the second library of alcohol health warning labels. It is Eurocare's wish that this proposal will serve as a starting point for much needed discussion around labelling of a[...]First comprehensive Literature Review on the Burden of Liver Disease in Europe» eurocare.org
The European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL) unveiled last week its new publication. Key findings suggest that alcohol consumption is one of the leading causes of cirrhosis and primary [...]European Food Safety Authority Work Plan 2013 published for a busy year ahead» europa.eu
Published on: 1 March 2013 EFSA has a full programme of activities in 2013 reflecting its broad remit to protect consumers, animals and the environment while supporting innovation in the agri-food se[...]Youth NGO ACTIVE publishes Advocacy toolkit» eurocare.org
The European Alcohol Policy Alliance is a network of public health orgnisations working on alcohol policy, alcohol prevention and reduction of alcohol related harm in Europe through effective and evi[...]Tackling medication errors: European Medicines Agency workshop calls for coordinated EU approach» europa.eu
A close collaboration between national patient safety authorities, national competent authorities, the European Medicines Agency, and the European Commission is necessary to tackle the issue of medic[...]
Periodic Report Summary - ORCHID (Open collaborative model for tuberculosis lead optimisation)»
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Project context and objectives: Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease of poverty affecting primarily young adults in their most productive years. Although the global incidence rate is slowly falling, in 201[...]Scientists at EFSA further strengthen co-ordination of food and feed additive evaluations» europa.eu
Published on: 1 March 2013 Two of EFSA's Scientific Panels have both concluded that the colour Patent Blue V (E 131) is not a safety concern for people or animals when used as a food or feed additive[...]Homelessness in the EU and the Social Investment Package» europa.eu
European Commission László ANDOR European Commissioner responsible for Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion Irish Presidency Conference on Homelessness / Leuven, 1 March 2013 Honourable Ministers[...]Scientific guideline: Concept paper on use of recovered/recycled solvents in the manufacture of herbal preparations for use in herbal medicinal products / traditional herbal medicinal products, draft: consultation open» europa.eu
This concept paper concerns the standards to be applied to recycled/recovered solvents used for extraction of herbal substances in the manufacture of herbal preparations for use in herbal medicinal p[...]ECDC examines current evidence for the possible environmental origin of azole resistance in Aspergillus species » europa.eu
In its risk assessment, ECDC examines current evidence for the environmental origin of resistance to medical triazoles in Aspergillus spp. and makes recommendations for further steps to assess the ri[...]EU provides €144 million for new research on rare diseases» europa.eu
European Commission Press release Brussels, 28 February 2013 The European Commission has today, on Rare Disease Day 2013, announced €144 million of new funding for 26 research projects on rare diseas[...]European Parliament - Report - The protection of public health from endocrine disrupters» europa.eu
REPORT on the protection of public health from endocrine disrupters Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety Åsa Westlund Source : © European Union, 2013 - EP[...]28 February 2013 - Rare Disease Day: 'Rare disorders without borders' » europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency supports Rare Disease Day, which is taking place on Thursday 28 February.[...]European Alcohol Policy Alliance: Heineken sets eyes on the 60+ Generation » eurocare.org
After years of focusing on the youth segment, the Dutch brewer is to create products for drinkers over 60 in a bid to stand apart from rivals.[...]Press release - Horse meat: EU and member states must step up food chain checks, MEPs say» europa.eu
[...]Q&A on 26 new EU research projects on rare diseases» europa.eu
European Commission MEMO Brussels, 28 February 2013 1) Why is research at European level important? There is a huge need for European cooperation in rare diseases research. Individual Member States a[...]Muscle, skin and gastrointestinal problems cause a quarter of patients with heart disease and strokes to stop treatment in HPS2-THRIVE trial » escardio.org
The largest randomised study of the vitamin niacin in patients with occlusive arterial disease (narrowing of the arteries) has shown a significant increase in adverse side-effects when it is combined[...]Speech: Living standards in Europe and the importance of social investment» europa.eu
European Commission László ANDOR European Commissioner responsible for Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion IPPR event[...]Social investment: Commission urges Member States to focus on growth and social cohesion» europa.eu
European Commission Press release Brussels, 20 February 2013 The European Commission has called on Member States to prioritise social investment and to modernise their welfare states. This means bett[...]Research Headlines - Eating high quantities of common foods during pregnancy can affect babies' health, EU study shows » europa.eu
A groundbreaking European Union (EU)-funded research project has shown that eating high quantities of common foods such as fried potatoes - or even toast during pregnancy can lead to significant heal[...]Health and Safety: Commission proposes to improve workers' protection against exposure to hazardous chemicals» europa.eu
European Commission Press release Brussels, 26 February 2013 The European Commission has proposed to better protect workers from risks linked to exposure to chemicals at the workplace. In particular,[...]EPHA Report on the Impact of the Crisis on the Population Mental Health» epha.org
Economic crises such as the one Europe has been going through since late 2007 have a considerable impact on the society as a whole. Sky-rocking unemployment, the use and abuse of unhealthy substances[...]Speech: Towards universal prosperity and well-being within our planetary boundaries» europa.eu
European Commission Janez Potočnik European Commissioner for Environment Ministerial roundtable discussion on[...][EPHA recommendations] Public health priorities towards Horizon 2020» epha.org
Negotations among EU Institutions are about to begin on the future research programme after the adoption of the partial general approach by the Competitiveness Council and the report by the Industry,[...]HIV information in 17 languages» aidsactioneurope.org
By NAM>aidsmap - Many of our most popular information resources for people living with HIV are now available in lots of other languages! You can find them all at www.aidsmap.com/translations. Over[...]Mining for new drugs in the ocean» europa.eu
Each time we use an antibiotic, the weaker strains of infection are killed off while the stronger, more virulent strains are left behind to multiply. In the past, this has not caused much concern, as[...][Evaluation] Council discussed reform of Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) & mislabelled beef products» epha.org
Last 25-26 February, EU Agriculture Ministers held a public debate in Brussels on the direct payments regulation and the horizontal regulation within the framework of the common agricultural policy ([...]IPPF Statement: Elimination and prevention of all forms of violence against women and girls» ippfen.org
Share this page with a friend by filling out the information below and then pressing "Send". Tick here if it is ok to contact you in future 146 rue Royale, Brussels 1000, Tel: +32 (0)2 250 09 50[...][EPHA Statement] General Data Protection Regulation & implications for Health Research» epha.org
Data for health research must remain available for the benefit of society as a whole, whilst respecting the rights of the individual 27 February, Brussels - The European Commission proposal for a Reg[...]Winner of “Health and Environment Film Prize” announced: Congratulation to Ed Brown!!»
“Unacceptable levels” by Ed Brown, (USA) became the winner of the first-ever film prize on health and environment at the 30th International Environmental Film Festival (FIFE) tonight
EPHA open letter to EPSCO Council - Boosting investment in health and sustainable development» epha.org
EPHA has published an open letter to the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council (EPSCO). Based on the recently-released Annual Growth Survey (AGS) for 2013, the letter makes r[...]European Medicines Agency revises three guidance documents to include orphan-related information» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency has revised three guidance documents to include information related to orphan medicines.[...]Tackling hearing loss» europa.eu
Some 16 per cent of European adults suffer from hearing loss that is severe enough to adversely affect their daily life. Hearing loss impacts on one's ability to communicate - to hear, process sound,[...]First comprehensive Literature Review on the Burden of Liver Disease in Europe» eurocare.org
The European Association for the Study of the Liver (EASL) unveiled last week its new publication. Key findings suggest that alcohol consumption is one of the leading causes of cirrhosis and primary [...]Health and Safety: Commission proposes to improve workers' protection against exposure to hazardous chemicals» europa.eu
The Commission has proposed to amend five existing EU health and safety Directives on protection of workers from exposure to harmful chemicals to align them with the latest rules on classification, l[...]Play an active role in European Heart Rhythm Association - apply now for a position on the Board» escardio.org
This is an exciting opportunity for colleagues with enthusiasm, expertise and commitment to contribute to the activities of EHRA and the ESC. Nomination of candidates is open until 15 March. During E[...]Commission proposes to improve workers' protection against exposure to hazardous chemicals» europa.eu
The European Commission has proposed to better protect workers from risks linked to exposure to chemicals at the workplace.[...]New UNAIDS platform highlights scientific advances» aidsactioneurope.org
In 2012 alone there were more than 14 000 scientific papers published on HIV. With such an impressive amount of information, it can be challenging to keep abreast of all the new developments. UNAIDS [...]European Parliament Press release - CO2: MEPs want ETS exception for intercontinental flights and progress in ICAO» europa.eu
A proposal temporarily to suspend the EU CO2 Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) for intercontinental flights, so as to enable International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) to agree worldwide measures,[...]European Parliament - MEPs debate proposals to make smoking tobacco less attractive - Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety» europa.eu
Draft rules on tobacco additives and labelling, and the likely effect of updating the EU Tobacco Products Directive on public health, business and tax revenues were examined in an Environment, Public[...]OECD urges countries to harmonise clinical trial regulations to boost medical research and save lives» oecd.org
Increasingly complex and inconsistent clinical trial regulations are causing delays, raising costs and leading to a decline in the number of international trials conducted by academics for non-commer[...]European Society of Cardiology: Deprivation plays an important role in CVD, but interventions are not developed towards people from lower socio-economic groups » escardio.org
At the opening of the EuroHeartCare congress, the annual meeting of the European Society of Cardiology's (ESC’s) Council on Cardiovascular Nursing and Allied Health Professions (CCNAP), a special ple[...][Assessment] Europe 2020 Flagship Initiative: European Platform against Poverty and Social Exclusion» epha.org
Within the context of a comprehensive assessment of the state of play of the Europe 2020 strategy and its flagship initiatives, the Committee of the Regions (CoR) has started preparing a survey on th[...]Adjusted fees for applications to European Medicines Agency from 1 April 2013» europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency reminds applicants and marketing-authorisation holders that adjusted fees will be coming into effect on Monday 1 April 2013.[...]European Medicines Agency: Meeting highlights from the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use 18-21 February 2013» europa.eu
This page provides an overview of the opinions adopted at the February 2013 meeting of the CHMP and other important outcomes.[...]Tobacco in the EU : Exposure to second hand smoke reduced, but still too high, says Commission report» europa.eu
European Commission Press release Brussels, 22 February 2013 Protection from second hand smoke has improved considerably in the EU, according to a report published by the Commission today. 28% of Eur[...]Call for tender for the facilitation of the community platform of the European Innovation Partnership on Active and Healthy Ageing» europa.eu
European Commission - The European Commission (DG SANCO and DG CONNECT jointly) maintains an online platform, the[...]Public consultation opens on standard paediatric investigation plans for two types of cancer in children » europa.eu
The European Medicines Agency has opened a public consultation on two standard paediatric investigation plans (PIPs) for two specific types of cancer with unmet medical needs in children, acute myelo[...]EU Indicator on Infant Mortality (ECHI 11) updated with 2011 data» europa.eu
European Commission - The ECHI (European Community Health Indicators) project was carried out under the Health Monitoring Programme and the Community Public Health Programme 2003-2008. Th[...]Smoke-free environments - New report on various smoke-free regulations in the EU» europa.eu
European Commission - According to conservative estimates, over 79 000 adults, including 19 000 non-smokers, died in the EU in 2002 due to exposure to tobacco smoke at home (72 000) and[...]Poverty and inequality in societies of human rights - the paradox of democracies» epha.org
The two-day conference intended to discuss the subject of poverty and inequality in societies of human right with participants from different backgrounds, bringing together institutional actors, rese[...]Re-examining brain disorders» europa.eu
Brain disorders, including developmental, psychiatric and neurodegenerative diseases, represent an enormous burden in terms of human suffering and economic cost. Many brain disorders are chronic and [...]Substantial influenza activity in Europe but some signs of decline» europa.eu
Influenza activity remains substantial across Europe, however, an increasing number of countries indicate a decline in influenza activity, concludes the Weekly Influenza Surveillance Overview, Week 7[...]Pharmaceuticals legislation in the EU: EudraLex latest version available» europa.eu
Now, you can consult the whole Pharmaceutical Legislation (Human and Veterinary) with an integrated search engine . The Eudralex V27 is similar to the EudraLex section of this web site, but it can be[...]Redefining and combating poverty - human rights, democracy and common goods in today's Europe» epha.org
The two-day conference intended to discuss the subject of poverty and inequality in societies of human right with participants from different backgrounds, bringing together institutional actors, rese[...]Regulatory and procedural guideline: Standard rhabdomyosarcoma paediatric investigation plan, draft: consultation open» europa.eu
The standard PIP for rhabdomyosarcoma was prepared by the Paediatric Committee with external experts of the Paediatric oncology task force of the EMA. The aim is to highlight the persistent unmet the[...]Indoor air quality: JRC's contribution to guidelines for health-based ventilation in Europe» europa.eu
In the framework of the 2013 EU Year of Air and the revision of ambient air legislation in the EU[...]Regulatory and procedural guideline: Standard acute-myeloid-leukaemia paediatric investigation plan, draft: consultation open» europa.eu
The standard PIP for acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) was prepared by the Paediatric Committee with external experts in the Paediatric oncology task force of the EMA. The aim is to highlight the persist[...][Special Summary] EU General Data Protection Regulation and Health Research» epha.org
On 17 December 2012, the European Parliament's Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE) released its draft report on the European Commission's proposal for a Regulation on the pr[...]Research Headlines - Controlling the killer» europa.eu
Visceral leishmaniasis (VL) & cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) are parasitic diseases transmitted to humans by the bite of sand flies. In VL, the parasite migrates to the internal organs such as live[...]2nd meeting of the eHealth Network, Brussels, 7 November 2012 - Documents endorsed during the meeting now available» europa.eu
European Commission - 0[...]Alcohol said to have big role in cancer (14.2.13)» eurocare.org
Even moderate alcohol use may substantially raise the risk of dying from cancer, according to a study released Thursday offering the first comprehensive update of alcohol-related cancer deaths in dec[...]Invasive alien species: a growing problem for environment and health» europa.eu
Invasive alien species pose greater risks than previously thought for biodiversity, human health and economies, according to two new reports from the European Environment Agency (EEA).[...]Achieving lifelong fitness» europa.eu
More and more Europeans are living longer. It has been predicted that by 2050, the number of people in the EU aged 65 and above will grow by 70%, while the number of people aged over 80 will increase[...]The Lancet to launch Europe series on determinants of population health and effects of health policy » epha.org
In recent years the Lancet, a world-class medical journal, has drawn attention to important developments in health and health policy taking place in parts of the world that would otherwise risk being[...]Success Stories - Award-winning innovation revolutionises vaccine production» europa.eu
A European Union (EU)-funded research project has opened up a radical new era in the world of vaccine discovery and production. Focused on veterinary vaccines, the project's work has made possible a [...]Exposure to air pollution is associated with increased deaths after heart attacks » escardio.org
The largest study yet to investigate the links between fine air-borne particulate matter (PM) and patient survival after hospital admission for acute coronary syndrome (ACS) found death rates increas[...]
EU project: "Fighting Obesity through Offer and Demand", final publication of the results of the 28-month FOOD project»
The FOOD project was co-funded by DG SANCO from January 2009 to April 2011 in 6 countries : Belgium, the Czech Republic, France, Italy, Spain and Sweden. It promotes healthy eating habits towards employees, addressing both the offer -individual restaurants- and the demand -the employees-.
Joint WHO-IARC Statement in response to the recent Lancet report 'IARC in the dock over ties with asbestos industries'»
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer; WHO: World Health Organization
European Medicines Agency: outcomes of seven years of active support to small and medium-size businesses» europa.eu
Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are registered with the SME office of the European Medicines Agency have seen a consistent improvement in the success rate of their marketing-aut[...]European Commission: Investment in Health set as a priority in the Social Investment Package» europa.eu
European Commission - The EU Health Strategy[...]Rubella cases exceed 27 000 in 2012, total measles cases return to pre-outbreak levels» europa.eu
8 230 cases of measles were reported in EU/EEA countries in 2012, and rubella cases numbered 27 276. 20/02/2013 17:00[...]Mental Health Europe: Barriers to justice are barriers to equality» mhe-sme.org
When Non-Governmental Organizations address the topic of equality, the criticism is usually the same - that people are not born equal, and thus asking for equality is naive and unfeasible. However, i[...]Responses to the public consultation on a common logo for legally-operating online pharmacies» europa.eu
Responses to the concept paper submitted for public consultation concerning the implementing act on a common logo for legally-operating online pharmacies/retailers offering medicinal products for hum[...]OECD publication: Knowledge Networks and Markets in the Life Sciences» oecd.org
This book introduces the concept of knowledge networks and markets (KNMs) in the life sciences, the emerging organisations and mechanisms to share and trade an increasing variety of knowledge assets.[...]OECD publication: Future Prospects for Industrial Biotechnology» oecd.org
This book examines international drivers, enabling technologies fast-tracking industrial biotechnology, industry trends, some products appearing on the market, industry structure and finance, and pol[...]Novel coronavirus: ECDC updates its risk assessment» europa.eu
As of 16 February 2013, twelve laboratory confirmed cases of pneumonia caused by the novel coronavirus (novel CoV) have been reported to the World Health Organization (WHO). Six of the cases have bee[...]Family plays an important role in promoting fruit and vegetable eating particularly where free school lunch is not provided» eufic.org
Children from families that encourage fruit and vegetable consumption are more likely to report eating fruits and vegetables each day. This association was most apparent for vegetable intakes in coun[...]Bringing the results of the Scientific Committees closer to the public - Summary of the scientific opinion on Health Effects of Artificial Light» europa.eu
With the growing use of energy saving lamps and the development of new lighting technologies, comes the worry that some people who have conditions that react to light might be negatively affected by [...]Now available: Concept document - Experts Workshop on the proposal of an EU accreditation scheme for breast cancer services/European breast cancer guidelines» europa.eu
Organised by the JRC-IHCP Cancer Policy Support Group[...]Vision loss is no longer an inevitable part of getting older, according to new report presented by the International Federation on Ageing» europa.eu
A report just released by the International Federation on Ageing (IFA) calls for increased public education and awareness programmes, improved public policies and greater integration of preventive ey[...]In the fight against Tobacco, Cancer & Heart Disease, the new Tobacco Directive is a battle that cannot be lost» epha.org
Brussels, 19 February - Today the chairs of two prominent health groups in the European Parliament (EP) have renewed their support for a strong Directive on Tobacco Products. Representing the largest[...]Bringing the results of the Scientific Committees closer to the public - Summary of the scientific opinion on Security Scanners» europa.eu
Because of increased concern over terrorist attacks on aircraft, sensitive security scanners have been developed to screen passengers at airports more effectively.[...]Research Headlines - How European research is making kidney transplants safer» europa.eu
For those unfortunate to suffer from kidney failure, an organ transplant may seem like the best long-term treatment. But kidney transplants are loaded with risk, the most salient being the rejection [...]Horsemeat: MEPs demand tougher controls and stricter labelling»
MEPs called for more meat tests along the food chain in the wake of the horsemeat scandal during a debate in the food safety committee on Monday. Many voiced concern over member states' level of commitment to enforcing the EU's existing rules on labelling and urged the European Commission to step up controls.
European Commssioner for Environment; Speech: Towards universal prosperity and well-being within our planetary boundaries»
Janez Potočnik-European Commissioner for Environment. Ministerial roundtable discussion on "Environmental challenges within sustainable development and the UNEP's contribution to Sustainable Development Goals, Promoting sustainable consumption and production", at the 27th Governing Council of the United Nations Environment Programme / Nairobi, Kenya
Health and Environment Alliance: WHO report calls endocrine disruptors a ’’global threat’’»
In a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) entitled State of the Science of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals, a group of international experts say that evidence linking hormone-mimicking chemicals to human health problems has grown stronger over the past decade, becoming a "global threat" that should be addressed.
European Medicines Agency: Committee for paediatric medicinal products - towards more and better information on the use of medicines for children»
The Paediatric Committee (PDCO) of the European Medicines Agency released last year the first ‘5-year Report to the European Commission on the experience acquired on the Paediatric Regulation’External link icon.
DNA chip for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder» europa.eu
Is your child like this? 'He does not sit still, he makes you crazy always tapping or moving his leg, he cannot do one thing at a time and he is unable to remain seated at the table during dinner. It[...]Scientific guideline: Reflection paper on GCP compliance in relation to trial master files (paper and/or electronic) for management, audit and inspection of clinical trials, draft: consultation open» europa.eu
This reflection paper has been prepared to bring together the requirements of EU legislation and guidance relating to the TMF . This is deemed necessary by the EU GCP IWG Inspectors due to the numero[...]Getting to cancer faster» europa.eu
Cancer causes around 13 % of all deaths in the world and thus represents a huge problem in public health. Every family in Europe is touched in some ways by this devastating disease. The problem is, t[...]New Leishmania vaccine on its way» europa.eu
The European Union is tackling global warming by committing to reducing its energy consumption, promoting renewable energy and using the emission trading scheme. But global warming has brought about [...]EuroparlTV Forum on tobacco: Snuffing out bad habits to save lives »
An effective health move or political posturing? We discuss the new Tobacco Products Directive with two MEPs and tobacco manufacture and retailing sector representatives.
Horse meat: Member States endorse the Commission's control plan to detect fraud in the marketing of foods »
At an extraordinary Standing Committee of the Food Chain and Animal Health (SCoFCAH) organized by the European Commission on 15 February, the Member States endorsed the coordinated plan announced by Health & Consumer Policy Commissioner Tonio Borg on Wednesday 13th February.
Council of the EU: Mislabelled meat products, towards a European coordinated response »
At an informal meeting held in Brussels on 13 February 2013, ministers from the most affected member states exchanged views and shared information on the recently discovered mislabelling of processed beef products containing horsemeat
Irish Presidency of the EU: Minister Coveney welcomes latest steps to address mislabelling of meat»
The Irish Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD, welcomed the outcome of the meeting of the EU Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health (SCOFCAH) 15 February, which further discussed the ongoing issue of the mislabelling of meat
Road safety: EU Joint Research Centre helps define standards to test new braking devices»
In the run-up to more widespread autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems in conventional cars, the JRC has conducted a series of measurements to check the efficiency of pedestrian dummies in testing these devices
European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control: Influenza activity substantial in Europe»
Influenza activity continued to be substantial across Europe, concludes the Weekly Influenza Surveillance Overview, Week 6, 2013. At the same time, it has passed its peak in a few European countries in earlier weeks
EuroparlTV Reporter: Smoking kills »
The EU is proposing new measures to make smoking less attractive, but would they have any impact on hardened smokers?
EuroparlTV: Good bye noisy cars?»
MEPs vote for tougher measures to limit car noise and protect the health of EU citizens
European Partnership for Action Against Cancer: meeting report on psychosocial oncology action»
The meeting (8-9 November 2012) discussed the development of a training programme on communication skills and psychosocial care for European countries with low resources in this area.
European Society of Cardiology: Unmet needs in treatment of acute cardiovascular diseases»
The Acute Cardiovascular Care Association wishes to develop a Decision-Making Toolkit to help practitioners making the best bedside clinical decisions when managing those patients.
30th International Environmental Film Festival starts tomorrow! 19 - 26 February in Paris»
View all trailers of selected documentaries on the Health and Environment Alliance website
AGE report on the conclusions and recommendations of the DREAMING Advisory Board on the acceptance, added value and challenges of telemonitoring »
The DREAMING project, which carried out randomised control trials across six pilot sites to assess the impact of telemonitoring on the health and quality of life of older people with chronic conditions, concluded its activities in June 2012.
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work - Focal Points: using the power of networking to promote work safety and health»
EU-OSHA is a network organisation. Focal points in more than 30 European countries replicate our information services and campaign activities on a national level.
European Public Health Alliance: A Greener Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) crucial for Public Health Community»
The European Public Health & Agriculture (EPHAC) contributed to the debate highlighting the messages of the public health community towards the ongoing CAP reform.
European Institute for Women's Health issues new factsheet on 'women and cardiovascular diseases in the EU'»
Traditionally regarded as a male disease, cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one killer of women worldwide. It also is a major cause of serious illness and disability, costly to healthcare systems and destroying women’s quality of life
Eurocare: Support Statement of Concern about the actions of the global alcohol producers»
The Global Alcohol Policy Alliance (GAPA) is appealing to the international public health community to support an open letter to the WHO outlining concerns about the actions of the global alcohol producers
Internatioanl Agency for Research on Cancer: International Childhood Cancer Day 2013»
IARC supports the campaign to raise worldwide public awareness of childhood cancer by observing International Childhood Cancer Day on 15 February
Measurement of and target-setting for well-being: an initiative by the WHO Regional Office for Europe. Second meeting of the expert group, Paris, France, 25–26 June 2012»
Building on a first meeting held earlier in 2012, an expert group reviewed previous work on measuring well-being and on its definitions, concepts and domains; advised WHO on the definition and concept of well-being to be used in the context of Health 2020; and determined the next steps required to develop well-being indicators and targets
WHO publication: Home care across Europe. Current structure and future challenges»
For every person over the age of 65 in today’s European Union, there are four people of working age but, by 2050, there will only be two. Demand for long-term care, of which home care forms a significant part, will inevitably increase in the decades to come.
Countries’ capacity to address cancer »
The WHO European Region leads the world in plans, policies and strategies to address cancer. A WHO report shows that over 90% of European countries have developed such plans
How cold weather affects health»
Severe cold weather spells are common across the WHO European Region. Extremely cold weather increases mortality and poses a high health risk to many, particularly vulnerable groups.
Novel coronavirus update: new case but continued low risk »
The United Kingdom has reported a confirmed infection of the novel coronavirus (NCoV) in a relative of the case reported on 11 February 2013. This latest case is a resident of the United Kingdom who does not have a recent travel history and is understood to have a pre-existing medical condition that may have increased susceptibility to respiratory infections.
European Medicines Agency: Committee for Orphan Medicinal Products – strengthened interactions with patients and international partners»
"The European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Orphan Medicinal Products (COMP) is stepping into another stage of its role in the lifecycle of orphan medicines and in the field of rare diseases, after the first 12 years of the implementation of the Orphan-Medicinal-Product Regulation in the European Union," explains Bruno Sepodes, chair of the COMP
Nanoparticles and the Immune System»
Until recently, nature was the only "manufacturer" of molecular matter. In the last few years however, nanotechnology has entered the public consciousness, bringing together different areas of science. The technology is expected to lead to innovations that can help address many of the problems facing today's society
Healthy seeds for healthy food»
One potential solution for feeding the world, which has been on the agenda for the last 30 years, has been genetically modified seeds, an issue that continues to divide opinion. Treating seeds chemically to get rid of pest infestation also remains controversial. Now, researchers have developed an innovative method to kill pathogens without genetically modifying the seed or harming the environment
Confederation of Family Organisation in the EU launches European awareness raising campaign on cyber bullying»
Cyber bullying is a new phenomenon, and it is in the news almost every day. In the most dramatic cases young people have committed suicide, in the less serious cases young people and children are hurt emotionally, are afraid to go to school, suffer a great loss of self-esteem and begin self-doubt, which then can lead to other psychological issues, such as eating disorders, anorexia, depression, anxiety, just to name a few…
Immune cells in 'love handles' could provide immunity against obesity»
A Marie Curie research Fellow has uncovered a potential ally in the fight against obesity, together with a team of international researchers. The ally, found in our 'love handles', is a type of anti-tumour immune cell which protects against obesity and the metabolic syndrome that leads to diabetes
EU project: Pinpointing cancer's origins»
EU-funded CancerPathways project explores the origins of cancer, as ultimately understanding how cancer begins and grows is fundamental to one day preventing the disease
Statement by Health & Consumer Policy Commissioner, Tonio Borg, following the French authorities' announcement on their horsemeat investigation»
Tonia Borg: I welcome the announcement by the French authorities that they have identified and suspended a company which had knowingly sold horse meat as beef. This is indeed a major step forward in an investigation which has been mobilizing the EU's and Member States' competent food and consumer authorities for a week now
Informal Agriculture Ministerial Meeting on mislabelling of processed meat products»
As President of the EU Council of Agriculture Ministers, Irish Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney, chaired a meeting with the EU Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy, Tonio Borg and Ministers from Member States directly affected by the serious disclosures of mislabelling of processed meat products
European Association for the Study of the Live: the burdenof liver diseases in Europe»
Litterature review - a review of the available epidemoilogical data
EU Commissioner Tonio Borg, personally speaking on International Childhood Cancer Day»
Tonio Borg: 'on Childhood Cancer Day, I wish to pay tribute to all those children who suffer from this terrible disease and their parents, from here in Athens where I am on an official visit'
EU publication: Operations research in disaster preparedness and response, The public health perspective »
Authors: Nikolaos Stilianakis, Sergio Consoli (JRC). Operations research is the scientific study of operations for the purpose of better decision making and management. Disasters are defined as events whose consequences exceed the capability of civil protection and public health systems to provide necessary responses in a timely manner.
EuroHealthNet organises Regional Workshop 'Health as a determinant for growth' (26 March 2013)»
The workshop will take place in the Committee of the Regions
Statement by Commissioner Borg on the findings of horse meat in meat products containing different type of meat »
Since we are talking about safety I want to take this opportunity to assure EU citizens that I am following very closely the situation that has arisen in the last few days in some EU Member States over fraudulent labelling of horsemeat contained in some food products.
Review of outbreaks and barriers to MMR vaccination coverage among hard to reach populations in European countries» europa.eu
There are recognised hard-to-reach population groups within Europe who have a disproportionate risk of measles susceptibility due to under-vaccination with the MMR vaccine. 12/02/2013 00:00[...]The PROTECT project on pharmacovigilance achieves key objectives» europa.eu
The PROTECT project, a Public-Private Partnership for new methodologies in pharmacovigilance and pharmacoepidemiology coordinated by the European Medicines Agency, has reached a crucial stage with th[...]Herbal medicines – strengthening assessment methodology and releasing summaries for the public» europa.eu
Herbal medicines – strengthening assessment methodology and releasing summaries for the public Herbal medicines – strengthening assessment methodology and releasing summaries for the public "In a few[...]Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) invites stakeholders’ feedback in review of Diane 35 and its generics» europa.eu
As part of the safety review of Diane 35 and other medicines containing cyproterone acetate 2 mg and ethinylestradiol 35 micrograms, the European Medicines Agency's Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment [...]How to Put Non-Communicable diseases at the Heart of the Global Development Agenda?» epha.org
The Lancet (the world's leading medical journal), together with a number of international organisations (e.g.WHO, UNDP, World Bank), national governments and the civil society, examined the UN progre[...]EUFIC reports on the 2nd International Vitamin Conference» eufic.org
The 2nd International Vitamin Conference brought together scientists and regulators in sharing new knowledge on vitamins. The Conference took place between the 23rd and the 25th of May 2012 in Copenh[...]Open EFSA plenary sessions a welcome initiative, say scientists and observers» europa.eu
Published on: 12 February 2013 EFSA has been welcoming observers to its scientific meetings for just under a year. In that time many of the Authority's Scientific Panels and its Scientific Committee [...]One million signatures for Water as a Human Right!» epha.org
On February 10, the European Citizens Initiative (ECI) `Water is a Human Right' campaign made history by becoming the first ECI to have collected over 1 million signatures. Ever since the campaign wa[...]Preventing global non-communicable diseases through low carbon development» epha.org
Both non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and climate change are enormous threats to global health - synergies attempting to tackle these major health threats have received limited attention to date. The[...]New search engine improves usability of EFSA website» europa.eu
Published on: 12 February 2013 EFSA's website has a new search engine, which means it is now even easier to find what you are looking for. Among other things, the new tool allows you to execute full [...]Further case of novel coronavirus detected » who.int
The United Kingdom has informed WHO of a confirmed case of infection with the novel coronavirus (nCoV). The new case is a United Kingdom resident who developed symptoms of illness on 26 January 2013.[...]European Commission publishes the brochure 'Active and Healthy Ageing - For you & with you´» europa.eu
European Commission publishes the brochure 'Active and Healthy Ageing - For you & with you´ “Active and Healthy Ageing - For you & with you” is a new brochure published by the European Commis[...]Epidemiological update: case of severe lower respiratory tract disease associated with a novel coronavirus» europa.eu
On 11 February 2013, the UK Health Protection Agency announced that an additional case of the novel coronavirus infection has been confirmed in a UK resident. 11/02/2013 16:00[...]European mortality database updated» who.int
Deaths from skin cancer in the WHO European Region increased by a third between 1980 and 2011: from 1.58 to 2.09 per 100 000. This is one of the trends to be found by analysing data in WHO/Europe's m[...]Large majority of patients with joint diseases use manual therapies, acupuncture or homeopathy» homeopathyeurope.org
A research team in the Netherlands explored patients' perspectives towards the use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), its integration in primary care and the specific role of the GP the[...]Alcohol policy, underage drinking prevention and social change (13.03.13) online seminar » eurocare.org
The European Alcohol Policy Alliance is a network of public health orgnisations working on alcohol policy, alcohol prevention and reduction of alcohol related harm in Europe through effective and evi[...]Effective Environmental Strategies for the Prevention of Alcohol Abuse among Adolescents (25.02.2013) Brussels» eurocare.org
The European Alcohol Policy Alliance is a network of public health orgnisations working on alcohol policy, alcohol prevention and reduction of alcohol related harm in Europe through effective and evi[...]External Quality Assurance scheme for Haemophilus influenzae 2011» europa.eu
A collection of six strains of Haemophilus influenzae were sent to 30 participating reference laboratories in the IBD-Labnet surveillance network for quality assessment testing. The results show that[...]Evaluation of VOC emissions from building products» europa.eu
Luxembourg: Office for Official Publications of the European Communities, 1997 ISBN 92-828-0384-8 © ECSC-EC-EAEC, Brussels - Luxembourg, 1997[...]Alcohol Policy and Health in Europe – Where do we go? (14.03.13) Brussels» eurocare.org
The European Alcohol Policy Alliance is a network of public health orgnisations working on alcohol policy, alcohol prevention and reduction of alcohol related harm in Europe through effective and evi[...]Burden of Liver Disease –Urgent action needed! (20.02.13) Brussels» eurocare.org
The European Alcohol Policy Alliance is a network of public health orgnisations working on alcohol policy, alcohol prevention and reduction of alcohol related harm in Europe through effective and evi[...]e-newsletter
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