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Commissioner Dalli delivers speech on rare diseases and orphan products

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What does "patient involvement" mean for doctors and patients across European Union?

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Better use of health data will transform the healthcare landscape, says expert report

European Commission - Press release Brussels, 7th May 2012 - A high-level group of experts today warned that Europeans will only be able to benefit from the affordable, less intrusive and more personalised healthcare which Information & Communication ...

Potential health effects of X-ray security scanners in EU airports

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Commissioner Dalli launches the 4th EU Health Prize for Journalists

European Commission - Press release Brussels, 3 May 2012 – Today, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy, John Dalli, launches the fourth consecutive annual health prize for journalists. To have a chance to win the top prizes, journalists ...

HEIDI : A new way of sharing and storing health information in the EU!

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Be a winner in the EU Health Prize for Journalists 2012!

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Commissioner Dalli delivers speech on "How to make healthy ageing a reality"

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Commissioner Dalli delivers speech on "Is the economic crisis an opportunity for better efficiency in healthcare?"

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Action Plan for the EU health workforce adopted as part of the Commission Communication for a job rich recovery in Europe

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The European Innovation Partnership on Active and Healthy Ageing goes from plan to action

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Commissioner Dalli visits China

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European Innovation Partnership on Active and Healthy Ageing: From Plan to Action - Register for the conference!

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Tobacco products: Commission adopts a new set of written health warnings

The European Commission adopted 14 new health warnings to appear on tobacco packs.

What has the EU done after the Fukushima accident?

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European Innovation Partnership on active and healthy ageing - Moving forward

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Revision of the Tobacco Products Directive: Commissioner Dalli listens to the views of those concerned

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Innovation Partnerships: new proposals on raw materials, agriculture and healthy ageing to boost European competitiveness

European Commission - Press release Brussels, 29 February 2012 – The European Commission has today proposed decisive action to meet three key challenges facing our society, in areas that are crucial to growth and jobs: the supply of raw materials, sustainable agriculture, and active and healthy ageing...

John Dalli Commissioner for Health Strengthening EU legislation on tobacco products High-level conference on pictorial health warnings and standardised packaging for tobacco products Brussels, 29 February 2012

SPEECH/12/140 Honourable Members of Parliament, Ladies and Gentlemen, Let me first thank the Smoke Free Partnership and the Belgian Foundation against Cancer for bringing us together today to discuss tobacco packaging....

High level conference on the EU Health Programmes: Registration opens today!

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Mandate to the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety to assess oxidative hair dye substances and hydrogen peroxide in products to colour eyelashes

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Commissioner Dalli visits the European Medicines Agency in London

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Medical devices: European Commission asks for further scientific study and draws first lessons from the recent fraud on breast implants

IP/12/96 Brussels, 2 February 2012 – Following today's publication of the Scientific Committee on Emerging and Newly Identified Health Risks (SCENIHR) on the safety of silicone products manufactured by the Poly Implant Prothèse (PIP) Company, the European Commission requested to conduct further in-depth study on the potential health impact of faulty breast implants...

Health : Commission announces winners of the 3rd EU Prize for Journalists

European Commission - Press release Health : Commission announces winners of the 3rdEU Prize for Journalists Brussels, 1 February 2012 - Last night, four prizes were awarded to European journalists for the best articles on health issues, selected from ...

Winners of 3rd EU Health Prize for Journalists from United Kingdom, Hungary, Slovenia and Poland

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Public Consultation on preliminary opinion on fragrance allergens in cosmetic products – Extension of deadline

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Commissioner Dalli delivers speech on Scenarios for Sustainable Health Systems at the Work Economic Forum, Davos, 27 January 2012

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Scientific Hearing on Fragrance Allergens in Cosmetic Products: Registration now open!

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Public Hearing on the preliminary opinion on Improvement of Risk Assessment: Registration now open!

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Pharmaceuticals: Commission calls on Italy to comply with EU rules on marketing authorisation of generic drugs

European Commission - Press release BRUSSELS, 26 January 2012 – Today the European Commission has formally requested Italy to apply EU legislation concerning the marketing authorisation procedures of generic drugs....

Commissioner Dalli delivers speech on the European Year for Active Ageing and Solidarity between Generations

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Europeans ready for 'active ageing', new survey says

Brussels, 13 January 2012 – To mark the start of the 2012 European Year of Active Ageing and Solidarity of Generations, the Commission presented today a new Eurobarometer survey showing that 71% of Europeans are aware that Europe's population is getting older, but only 42% are concerned about this development...

Health: driving forward the uptake of e-Health with a new network for European Co-operation

European Commission - Press release Brussels, 22 December 2011 – Today the European Commission adopted a Decision establishing an eHealth Network, as foreseen by the Directive ( 2011/24/EU ) on Patients' Rights in Cross-border Healthcare....

Public consultation on a preliminary opinion: Improvement of Risk Assessment in View of the Needs of Risk Managers

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Opinion on Fragrance allergens in cosmetic products – Public Consultation launched

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Preliminary opinion on Nitrosamines and Secondary Amines in Cosmetic Products – public consultation launched!

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Europe this week 16 December

16 December 2011 Europe this week Table of content: Public Health No contagions in Europe! Citizenship New round of funding for Europe's citizens – and Europe's future Public Health No contagions in Europe! The European Union aims at better protecting ...

Public Health: Commission proposes effective measures to better protect citizens from a wide range of cross-border health threats

European Commission - Press release Brussels, 8 December 2011. To better protect Europeans from a wide range of health threats, and provide for a fully co-ordinated response in the event of a crisis, the European Commission adopted today a legislative ...

Q&A: Health Security in the EU

MEMO/11/884 Brussels, 8 December 2011 Q&A: Health Security in the EU Why does health security need to be strengthened in the EU? The Commission's assessment of past public health crises, such as the pandemic (H1N1) 2009, has revealed shortcomings in the ...

Key Facts on the European Commission's actions to fight HIV/Aids

MEMO/11/859 Brussels, 01 December 2011 European Commission actions to fight HIV/AIDS: Between 2002 and 2010, EU Member States and the European Commission have provided almost $10 billion to the GFATM (The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria). ...

Employment and Social Policy Council, 1 December 2011, Brussels

MEMO/11/850 Brussels, 30 November 2011 The EU's Council of Employment and Social Policy Ministers will meet on 1 December in Brussels. The European Commission will be represented by Vice-President Viviane Reding, Commissioner for Justice, Fundamental ...

Healthy diet and physical activity: Commissioner Dalli to urge action to prevent non communicable diseases

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Commission calls on Italy to transpose the Directive on human blood

European Commission - Press release BRUSSELS, 24 November 2011 – Today the European Commission has formally requested Italy to communicate national measures implementing Directive 2011/38/EU which removes maximum pH values for platelets concentrates for ...

Electromagnetic Fields and Health: The Way Forward

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Action Plan against antimicrobial resistance: Commission unveils 12 concrete actions for the next five years

European Commission - Press release Brussels, 17 November 2011 – With about 25,000 patients dying per year in the EU from infections caused by drug resistant bacteria and related costs of over 1.5 billion euros in healthcare expenses and productivity ...

EU Budget 2014-2020: Commission unveils new and ambitious Health and Consumer Programmes

European Commission - Press release Brussels, 9 November 2011 – Today, the European Commission adopted proposals for the new Health for Growth and Consumer Programmes. The two programmes aim to foster a Europe of healthy, active, informed and empowered ...

Q&A: Health and Consumer Programmes 2014-2020

MEMO/11/764 Brussels, 9 November 2011 Q&A: Health and Consumer Programmes 2014-2020 Health for Growth 1. Why a new health programme? Promoting health is an integral part of the smart and inclusive growth objectives of Europe Strategy 2020....

European Innovation Partnership agrees on actions to turn ageing into an opportunity

European Commission - Press release Brussels, 7 November 2011. Today, the Steering Group of the pilot European Innovation Partnership on Active and Healthy Ageing agreed on joint actions in response to the societal challenge of an ageing European population. ...

Cluster meeting of projects in the area of rare diseases (Luxembourg, 25 – 26 October 2011)

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Alcohol abuse: Commissioner John Dalli urges stakeholders to strengthen efforts to protect young people from alcohol-related harm

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Call for experts to join the Commission's independent Scientific Committees

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Empowering the patient: European Commission wants clearer rules for information on prescription medicines

European Commission - Press release Brussels, 11 October 2011 – Today, the European Commission adopted revised proposals clarifying the information that industry can supply to the public on prescription-only medicines....
Under : Medicinal products for human use

Q&A: Information to patients on prescription-only medicines

MEMO/11/677 Brussels, 11 October 2011 What are the challenges of information on medicines in the EU? Patients are increasingly interested in having access to information on medicines and want to take part in decisions regarding their treatment....
Under : Medicinal products for human use

Press Statement by Commissioner Dalli - Adoption of revised proposals on information to patients

MEMO/11/683 Brussels, 11 October 2011 Ladies and gentlemen I am glad to inform you that [this morning] the European Commission adopted its revised proposals setting out EU-wide rules on information on prescription-only medicines....

Health Effects of Artificial Light: Public hearing on preliminary scientific Opinion

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Commissioner Dalli delivers speech at the European Health Forum - "Health by design – The road to wellbeing"

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Statement by John Dalli, Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy, on the occasion of World Heart Day

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European Commission provides € 5.2 million to help lower income countries in tobacco control

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EU Statement on the United Nations Political Declaration on Non Communicable Diseases

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Ex-smokers are Unstoppable! Commissioner Dalli presents next steps in the campaign

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Consultation report highlights support for EU response on ALL cross-border health threats

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Public hearing on the preliminary Opinion on the Health Effects of Artificial Light

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High level of premature illness and death amongst men is preventable, concludes report

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EU funds new research project to respond to unexpected epidemic threats such as E.coli

IP/11/958 Brussels, 9 August 2011 - The European Commission has decided to allocate an additional €12 million from the EU's Research Framework Programme to reinforce Europe's capacity for tackling pathogens like the virulent Escherichia coli (E.coli) bacteria that recently infected close to 4,000 people in Europe and killed 46.

Tobacco Products : Commission publishes report of a consultation which generated 85 000 responses

European Commission - Press release Brussels, 27 July 2011 – Today the European Commission's Directorate-General for Health and Consumers publishes the results of the public consultation on the upcoming revision of the Tobacco Products Directive....
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Public consultation: Health Effects of Artificial Light

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John DALLI Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy Successful tobacco control is a joint effort Event at the European Parliament "Social and Health Effects of the new Tobacco Product Directive" European Parliament, Brussels, 12 July 2011

SPEECH/11/519 Honourable Members of Parliament, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am very pleased to be here with you today to speak about Tobacco control policy. Let me first thank Mr Tabajdi for bringing us together today on this very important issue....

Public consultation on a preliminary opinion: Toxicity and Assessment of Chemical Mixtures

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Voluntary and Unpaid Donation of Tissues and Cells: Commission Report Published Today!

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Q&A: “Ex-smokers are Unstoppable” campaign

MEMO/11/405 Brussels, 16/06/2011 Why is the European Commission launching a campaign to help people stop smoking? Tobacco is the single largest cause of avoidable death in the EU, accounting for around 650 000 premature deaths per year...

Fight against tobacco: European Commission launches a pan-European campaign

IP/11/710 Brussels, 16 June 2011 – "Ex-smokers are unstoppable" is the slogan of the EU-wide campaign launched today by European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy, John Dalli...

E Coli outbreak in Germany: Commission looks forward to concrete and fruitful discussion in upcoming Health Council

MEMO/11/374 Brussels, 4 June 2011 On the eve of the EPSCO 1 Council of Monday 6th June in Luxembourg, Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy, John Dalli, stated: "I look forward to a substantive and concrete debate on this important issue in the ...
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John Dalli Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy Statement by Commissioner Dalli on the E. coli outbreak Press Conference Brussels, 1 June 2011

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Good morning, Over the past few days, we have been facing a serious crisis. My thoughts are with the victims and their families and those who have lost loved ones to whom I extend my most sincere condolences. According to the latest information, this outbreak of E. coli is responsible for nine (9) deaths in Germany and one (1) in Sweden...

E. coli outbreak in Germany on decline as test results on suspect cucumbers come out

MEMO/11/368 Brussels, 31 May 2011 E. coli outbreak in Germany on decline as test results on suspect cucumbers come out The European Commission has been informed that the results of tests on cucumbers made by the Hamburg (Germany) authority responsible for Food Safety did not confirm the presence of the STEC serotype O104, which is responsible for the outbreak, despite the fact that the sampled cucumbers tested positive for STEC...

Statement by John Dalli, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy, on the occasion of World No Tobacco Day

John Dalli said: "On the eve of this year's World No Tobacco Day, I would like to express my continued commitment to tackle tobacco consumption and its harmful effects in the EU and around the world...

E.Coli outbreak in Germany

IP/11/653 Brussels, 27 May 2011 Commission notifies Member States on one of the sources responsible for the contamination The European Commission, through its Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF), has just notified the 27 Member States about one ...
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Q&A: The Fight Against Tobacco in the EU

MEMO/11/349 Brussels, 27 May 2011 What is the impact that tobacco has on EU citizens' health? It is estimated that approximately 650 000 EU citizens die prematurely every year because of tobacco consumption....
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European Week Against Cancer: A joint commitment to prevent cancer

IP/11/639 Brussels, 25 May 2011 Every year nearly 2.5 million EU citizens are diagnosed with cancer, which is also the second most common cause of death in Europe (29% of deaths for men, 23% for women)....

Report on Long-term Care published today!

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Digital Agenda: Kroes and Dalli welcome Council Presidency eHealth Declaration on delivering better health care

MEMO/11/287 Brussels, 11 May 2011 A Hungarian Presidency Declaration urging Member States to deploy eHealth services to the benefit of patients, healthcare workers and national healthcare systems has been welcomed by European Commission Vice-President for the Digital Agenda Neelie Kroes and Health Commissioner John Dalli.

Deadline extended for Consultation on Health Security in the EU

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Digital Agenda: EU Task Force to advise how to promote eHealth to help patients and healthcare systems in Europe

IP/11/551 Brussels, 10 May 2011 An EU eHealth Task Force to assess the role of information and communications technologies (ICT) in health and social care and to suggest ways for ICT to speed up innovation in healthcare to the benefit of patients, carers and the healthcare sector has met for the first time in Budapest on 10th May, chaired by Estonia's President Toomas Hendrik Ilves.

Digital Agenda: eHealth survey shows most hospitals online but telemedicine services not fully deployed

MEMO/11/282 Brussels, 10 May 2011 More than 90% of European hospitals are connected to broadband, 80% have electronic patient record systems, but only 4% of hospitals grant patients online access to their electronic records, according to the results of a survey conducted for the European Commission.

Active and Healthy Ageing: EU sets up group to steer innovation

IP/11/519 Brussels, 2 May 2011 EU wants to steer innovation on Active and Healthy Ageing The number of Europeans aged 65+ is expected to increase by 45% between 2008 and 2030, and even further to over 30% of the population by 2060....

Traditional herbal medicines: more safety for products put on EU market

IP/11/510 Brussels, 29 April 2011 From tomorrow, EU citizens can be reassured that the traditional herbal medicines they buy in the EU are safe and effective. The expiry of the 7 year transition period set out in the 2004 Herbal Directive (2004/24/EC) ...

Patients' Rights Day

SPEECH Warsaw, 18 April 2011 John Dalli, Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy, Institute of Patients' Rights and Health Education

Digital Agenda: Commission seeks views on improving healthcare by applying ICT (eHealth)

IP/11/461 Brussels, 12 April 2011 The European Commission is seeking citizens' and other interested parties' views on how the EU can help to deliver widespread benefits to the quality and efficiency of healthcare by applying information and communication technologies (ICT) (so-called 'eHealth').

New Surveillance Tools developed – successful completion of the REACT project

The REACT project has been created to support an improved and better coordinated response to the outbreak of infectious diseases – especially newly emerging infections -within the European Union...

World Health Day: fight against antimicrobial resistance must continue on a global scale

IP/11/448 Brussels, 6 April 2011 This year's World Health Day focuses on the growing threat of potentially deadly bacteria developing resistance to antimicrobial drugs - especially to antibiotics. The Commission joins the World Health Organisation in ...
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Health: Commission launches 3rd Journalist Prize

IP/11/377 Brussels, 30 March 2011 Today, registration opens for the 3rd EU Health Prize for Journalists. The aim of this prize is to raise awareness on health issues by showcasing the talents of the best health journalists from across the 27 Member States. ...

Commissioner Dalli delivers speech on "Innovation in healthcare"

SPEECH Brussels, Belgium, 30 March 2011 John DALLI, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy, attends a conference on "Innovation in Healthcare: from Research to Market"

4th ´Safety for Success` Dialogue on Nanotechnology Opens Today!

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Voluntary and Unpaid Donation of Blood and Blood Components: Commission report published today!

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Pharmaceuticals: today, the EU Register of Clinical Trials is launched Online

IP/11/339 Brussels, 22nd March 2011 From today, all EU citizens will have access to information on the thousands of authorised pharmaceutical clinical trials that are underway in the EU. The aim of this official public register is to make clinical research ...

Medical Devices: high-level conference on delivering innovative healthcare

IP/11/331 Brussels, 21st March 2011 Medical Devices: high-level conference on delivering innovative healthcare Medical devices make a critical difference to quality of life for millions of EU citizens everyday. From the simple bandage to the most sophisticated life-supporting products...

The European Union's response to the earthquake and the nuclear plant situation in Japan

MEMO/11/166 Brussels, 14/03/2011 The European Union's response to the earthquake and the nuclear plant situation in Japan
Since the devastating earthquake which struck Japan on Friday 11 March, the European Union is fully mobilised to translate its solidarity in concrete support...
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Launch of Consultation on Health Security in the EU

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EU Mental Health Pact Conference: Promotion of Mental Health and Well-being in Workplaces, 3-4 March, Berlin

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Commissioner Dalli delivers speech on European colorectal cancer policy

SPEECH Brussels, Belgium, 02 March 2011 John DALLI, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy, participates in a roundtable debate at the European Parliament

Rare Diseases Day: Survey shows strong public support for European cooperation on rare diseases

IP/11/235 Brussels, 28th February 2011 Rare diseases cause great suffering to many EU citizens. Up to 36 million Europeans are affected, and need proper diagnosis and treatment. A Eurobarometer survey published today, on the 4th World Rare Diseases Day, ...
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Q&A: Directive on falsified medicines

MEMO/11/91 Brussels, 16 February 2011 Q&A: Directive on falsified medicines What are falsified medicines and why are they a problem in the EU? Falsified Medicines are fake medicines that pass themselves off as real, authorised medicines....

Health – Renewed Commitment of Stakeholders to Combat Overweight and Obesity-Related Health Issues

IP/11/192 Brussels, 15 February 2011 Over half the EU adult population is now overweight or obese according to the "Health at a Glance: Europe 2010" report published by the European Commission and the OECD on 7 December....

Q&A: Registration of Traditional Herbal Medicinal Products

MEMO/11/71 Brussels, 4 February 2011 Q&A: Registration of Traditional Herbal Medicinal Products. What are Traditional Herbal Medicinal Products? Some plants contain substances that may be used to treat diseases...

Cancer: New EU Guidelines on Colorectal Cancer Screening and Diagnosis

IP/11/125 Brussels, 3 February 2011 Today, on the eve of World Cancer Day, in an effort to improve the screening and diagnosis of colorectal cancer, the European Commission publishes the first edition of the European Guidelines for Quality Assurance in ...
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Q&A: European guidelines for quality assurance in colorectal cancer screening and diagnosis

MEMO/11/64 Brussels, 3 February 2011 Q&A: European guidelines for quality assurance in colorectal cancer screening and diagnosis Today, the European Commission published new European guidelines on quality assurance in colorectal cancer screening....

Statement by John Dalli, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy on the EU Directive on Patients' Rights in Cross-border Healthcare

The European Parliament today voted in favour of the EU Directive on patients' rights in cross-border healthcare.
John Dalli said: "Today's vote marks an important step forward for all patients in Europe. I congratulate and thank the Rapporteur, Mrs Grossetete, for all her work.
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Q&A: Patient's rights in cross-border Healthcare

MEMO/11/32 Brussels, 19 January 2011 Q&A: Patients' Rights in Cross-Border Healthcare An elderly German man with diabetes brings extra prescriptions with him on a trip to Italy but will the pharmacist accept the prescription? A Polish woman would like ...
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Public consultation: Opinion on Potential Health Risks of Chemical Consumer Products Resembling Food and/or Having Child-appealing Properties

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Opinion on the scientific basis for a definition of the term "nanomaterial"

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Global Health Security Initiative Ministerial Meeting, 2-3 December 2010 - Ministerial Communiqué

We, Ministers/Secretaries/Commissioner from Mexico, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, United Kingdom, United States and the European Commission, gathered today in Mexico...

Over half the EU adult population is now overweight or obese according to a report published today

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Health in the EU: Nutrition deemed a growing challenge for health in the EU and beyond

IP/10/1674 Brussels, 07 December 2010 Over half the EU adult population is now overweight or obese according to the "Health at a Glance: Europe 2010" report published by the European Commission and the OECD today....

EU Health Strategy undermined by failure to draw on wealth of experience at sub-national level, warns CoR

Press Release The EU's Assembly of Regional and Local Representatives COR/10/88 Brussels, 2 December 2010 Europe's regions have a wealth of experience in developing and implementing health strategies that remains untapped at the European level, the Committee ...

EU Health Journalism Prize: 2010 winners announced in Brussels yesterday

IP/10/1638 Brussels, 1 December 2010 Last night, the three winners of the 2nd EU health prize for journalists were announced in Brussels. Two Italian journalists, Gianluca Ferraris and Ilaria Molinari, writing for 'Panorama', won first prize for their ...

Winners of the EU Health Prize for Journalists announced

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John DALLI Member of the European Commission responsible for Health and Consumer Policy "Effective HIV testing is an important step in fighting the epidemic" World Aids Day Seminar – Organised by the ECDC European Parliament, Brussels, Wednesday 1 December 2010, 13.00 – 14.30hrs

SPEECH/10/712 Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, Today is World AIDS Day. Today is a reminder of the devastation that this disease has caused – and continues to cause – across the world. Today is the occasion to pay tribute to all those living ...

World AIDS Day 2010: European Commission urges more prevention and testing and tops €1.3 billion invested in the fight against AIDS in the world

IP/10/1628 Brussels, 30 November 2010 To commemorate World AIDS Day, EU Commissioner for Health John Dalli will give a keynote speech at a seminar on HIV testing in the European Parliament. Early detection is vital for early treatment and increasing life ...

Key Facts on the European Commission's actions to fight HIV/Aids

MEMO/10/630 Brussels, 30 November 2010 European Commission actions to fight HIV/AIDS: As the world's largest donor of development aid, the European Union has collectively provided the majority of the significant increase in recent years of international ...

Innovation Union: Commission launches consultation on active & healthy ageing

IP/10/1609 Brussels, 26 November, 2010 The European Commission is seeking the views of public and private organisations, companies and individual citizens on how Europe could scale up innovation to meet the challenges of the ageing population in Europe, ...
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Active and Healthy Ageing conference: Follow the event live!

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Medicinal products for animals: Commission refers France to the Court of Justice for disregarding rules on the authorisation of two veterinary medicinal products.

IP/10/1591 Brussels, 24 November 2010 The European Commission has today referred France to the European Court of Justice for not complying with EU law on harmonised authorisation procedures for veterinary medicinal products....
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Independent Scientific Committee Publishes Opinion on Tobacco Additives

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John DALLI Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy INTEGRATED PUBLIC HEALTH 3RD JOINT EUROPEAN HEALTH CONFERENCE Amsterdam, 12th November 2010

SPEECH/10/649 Ladies and Gentlemen, I am delighted to be here with you today to address such an impressive gathering of professionals committed to improving health in Europe. I would like to thank the Netherlands Public Health Federation, the European ...
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Mental health: conference discusses ways to promote social inclusion and combat stigma

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Commissioner Dalli delivers speech on "Promoting social inclusion and combating stigma for better mental health and well-being"

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Conference: `Global Risk Assessment Dialogue´ – Registration now Open!

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Andrzej RYS, Member of the European COmmission, Director of the Directorate SANCO/C, Global Health Governance – Multiple players, multiple visions: Challenges and opportunities, WHS working sessions, 12 October 2010

SPEECH Good morning everyone, I would like to start by thanking you for inviting me to speak at this very important session of the World Health Summit
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Commission Publishes Eurobarometer on Mental Health

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John DALLI Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy Towards a healthier future for all European citizens european health forum Gastein, 8th October 2010

SPEECH/10/533 Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a great pleasure for me to be here today at the Gastein Health Forum for the first time. I fully appreciate the importance of this influential annual forum; and I am delighted to exchange ideas with so many of ...
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An innovative pharmaceutical industry which meets the needs of society

IP/10/1170  24 September 2010  On the occasion of the Belgian Presidency’s ministerial conference on innovation and solidarity in the field of pharmaceuticals held today, Commission Vice-President Antonio Tajani announced the launch of a process on corporate responsibility in the pharmaceutical industry.
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Public consultation: Revision of the Tobacco Products Directive

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Health: Commission launches public consultation on revision of the tobacco products Directive

IP/10/1171 Brussels, 24 September 2010 Today the Commission launches a public consultation on the revision of the Tobacco Products Directive (2001/37/EC). The Commission invites all stakeholders to give their input on the different options and to comment ...
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Public Hearing: preliminary opinion on Fluoridation of Drinking Water

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Improved web-tool for finding EU Public Health data now on-line!

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Commission addresses key issues in nuclear medicine, radiology and radiotherapy

IP/10/1034 Brussels 06/08/2010 Commission addresses key issues in nuclear medicine, radiology and radiotherapy. The Commission adopted today a Communication to the European Parliament and to the Council on medical applications of ionizing radiation.
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Public hearing on the preliminary opinion concerning Fluoridation of Drinking Water

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John Dalli Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy Speech delivered at the Opening Ceremony of the XVIII International AIDS Conference XVIII INTERNATIONAL AIDS CONFERENCE Vienna, Austria, 18 July 2010

SPEECH/10/395 Ladies and Gentlemen, I am delighted to have the honour of participating in this important Conference, which the European Commission is very pleased to support. HIV and AIDS have now been wreaking havoc on people and communities across the ...
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Call for experts in ophthalmology

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The fight against HIV/AIDS in the EU: Questions & Answers

MEMO/10/336 Brussels, 16 July 2010 The fight against HIV/AIDS in the EU: Questions & Answers How is the Commission responding to HIV/AIDS? At global level, more than 2 million people still die of AIDS each year, and almost 3 million people become newly ...
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Public consultation: Definition of "nanomaterial"

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European Platform for action on Diet, Physical Activity and Health: 5 year Report published today

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Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Public consultation: Addictiveness and Attractiveness of tobacco additives

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Under : Scientific Committees : Dialogue and collaboration

Open Health Forum: 29-30 June, Brussels

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John Dalli Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy Speech at the EU Open Health Forum 2010 Opening speech at the EU Open Health Forum 2010 Brussels, Charlemagne building, 29 June 2010

SPEECH /10/348 John Dalli Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy Spe ech at the EU Open Health Forum 2010 Figures and graphics available in PDF and WORD PROCESSED Opening speech at the EU Open Health Forum 2010 Brussels, ...
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Mental Health and Well-being in Older People: High-level conference in Madrid 28-29 June 2010

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Under : Mental health

Half of Europeans would like more information from the EU on Electromagnetic Fields, according to survey

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Under : Electromagnetic fields

Public consultation: Draft Opinion on new evidence of health effects of fluoridated drinking water

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Under : Scientific Committees

World Blood Donor Day: more Europeans are donating their blood, according to Eurobarometer

IP/10/724 Brussels, 11 June World Blood Donor Day: more Europeans are donating their blood, according to Eurobarometer A poll published three days ahead of the 2010 World Blood Donor Day shows that 37% of Europeans have given blood....
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John Dalli Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy Opening speech High level event on Global Health Brussels, 10 Juni 2010

SPEECH/10/309 John Dalli Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy Opening s peech Figures and graphics available in PDF and WORD PROCESSED High level event on Global H ealth Brussels, 10 Juni 2010 Excellencies, Ministers, ...
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Council agrees on new rules for patients' rights in cross-border healthcare

The Council in charge of Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs today agreed on a draft directive concerning the application of patients' rights in cross-border healthcare, on the basis of a compromise proposal of the Spanish presidency...

Stakeholder Consultation: Strengthening European Union Pandemic Influenza Preparedness

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World No Tobacco Day 2010: the Commission reaffirms its commitment to fight against smoking

IP/10/624 Brussels, 27 May 2010 World No Tobacco Day 2010: the Commission reaffirms its commitment to fight against smoking Ahead of the 2010 No Tobacco Day (Monday 31 st May), the European Commission unveils the results of a Eurobarometer survey which ...
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HELP Campaign: Questions and Answers

MEMO/10/219 Brussels, 27 May 2010 HELP Campaign: Questions and Answers 1. What is the "Help 2.0" campaign? Help 2.0 is an integrated media campaign including television, the internet and new media such as mini-sites accessible through mobile phones....
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The fight against tobacco in the EU: Questions and Answers

MEMO/10/220 Brussels, 27 May 2010 The fight against tobacco in the EU: Questions and Answers 1. What is the impact of tobacco on health in the EU? An estimated 14 million people in the EU27 suffer from the six 1 main disease categories that are associated ...
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Statement by John Dalli, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy on EU Directive on Organ Donation and Transplant

IP/10/588 Brussels, 19 May 2010 Statement by John Dalli, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy on EU Directive on Organ Donation and Transplant The European Parliament today voted in favour of the EU Directive on standards of quality and ...
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Questions & Answers: EU Directive on Organ Donation and Transplantation

MEMO/10/203 Brussels, 19 May 2010 Questions & Answers: EU Directive on Organ Donation and Transplantation Why do we need an EU Directive on Organ Donation and Transplantation? The number of organ donations and transplantations has grown steadily across ...
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Call for scientific information: Health Effects of Artificial Light

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John Dalli Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy Opening speech at the 4th European Patients' Right Day 2010: "Putting citizens at the center of EU Health Policy"

SPEECH/10/218 John Dalli Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy Opening speech at the 4th European Patients' Right Day 2010: "Putting citizens at the center of EU Health Policy" Figures and graphics available in PDF and WORD PROCESSED 4th European Patients' Right Day 2010: "Putting citizens at the center of EU Health Policy" at the European Parliament in Brussels 6 May 2010
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Eurobarometer: an overwhelming majority of Europeans support public policies aimed at reducing alcohol-related harm

IP/10/455 Brussels, 21 April 2010 Alcohol consumption in the European Union is at a similar level to four years ago, a Eurobarometer survey shows. Three out of four respondents said they consume alcoholic drinks up to three times a week. Young people aged 15-24 years are more likely than older age groups to have five or more drinks at a time, and frequent binge drinking is widespread across the EU.
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Safety of reprocessed medical devices marketed for single-use - Adoption of scientific opinion

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Commission publishes today Eurobarometer on Patient Safety

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Almost 40% of Europeans are aware of the issue of overuse of antibiotics, says a survey

IP/10/412 Brussels, 9 April 2010 Almost 40% of Europeans are aware of the issue of overuse of antibiotics, says a survey Today, the Commission publishes two reports which demonstrate the need for further progress in the European Union on the issue of ...
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John Dalli Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy Innovation needs to be in tune with the broad values of society Meeting with board members of CROPLIFE International Brussels, 30 March 2010

SPEECH/10/143 John Dalli Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health and Consumer Policy Innovation needs to be in tune with the broad values of society Figures and graphics available in PDF and WORD PROCESSED Meeting with board members ...
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Commission appoints new Directors-General for Information Society and Media and Health and Consumers

IP/10/399 Today, the European Commission decided to appoint Mr Robert Madelin as Director-General of the DG for Information Society and Media, to replace Mr Fabio Colasanti, who will retire on 1 April. The Commission also appointed Ms Paola Testori Coggi to replace Mr Madelin as Director-General of the DG for Health and Consumers. Both decisions will take effect on 1 April.
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Global Health: Commission calls on EU to gear up on health actions

IP/10/403 Brussels, 31 March 2010 Global Health: Commission calls on EU to gear up on health actions Today the European Commission adopted proposals to enhance the EU's role in global health. The objective is to make Europe's contribution more effective ...
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Global Health: Commission calls on EU to gear up on health actions

MEMO/10/118 Brussels, 31 March 2010 Global Health: Commission calls on EU to gear up on health actions Why do we need a Communication on global health? There are three reasons why we need this new approach: first, over the last decade, we have not made ...
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Public consultation: preliminary opinion on the effect of triclosan on antibiotic resistance

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Commission launches the second EU Health Prize for Journalists

IP/10/366 Brussels, 25 March 2010 Commission launches the second EU Health Prize for Journalists Today, the European Commission launches the second EU health prize for journalists in print and on-line articles....
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Avian Influenza: Highly pathogenic H5N1 virus confirmed in Romania

IP/10/285Brussels, 16 March 2010 Avian Influenza: Highly pathogenic H5N1 virus confirmed in RomaniaThe European Commission will adopt today a decision confirming the risk areas set up by the Romanian authorities in relation to an outbreak of highly pathogenic ...
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Key facts about Avian Influenza

MEMO/10/80Brussels, 16 March 2010Key facts about Avian Influenza What is at stake?Avian influenza type H5N1 is a disease currently affecting birds, wild and domestic, in several parts of the world.In the EU, a few sporadic outbreaks have occurred since ...
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European countries to agree new targets to fight environmental threats to health

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Call for experts in behavioural psychology

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Public consultation on a preliminary opinion: Environmental and health risks posed by depleted uranium

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Commission announces upcoming proposal on choice for Member States to cultivate or not GMO's and approves 5 decisions on GMO's

IP/10/222 Brussels, 2 March 2010 Commission announces upcoming proposal on choice for Member States to cultivate or not GMO's and approves 5 decisions on GMO's The European Commission announced today its intention to come up with a proposal by the summer ...
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Questions and Answers on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO's)

MEMO/10/58 Brussels, 2 March 2010 Questions and Answers on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO's) Why is the Commission taking this Decision for the cultivation of the GM Amflora potato now? The favourable European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) opinion ...
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Almost 60 % of Europeans have visited a dentist in the last year, Eurobarometer reveals

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EU Healthy Eating Campaign "Tasty Bunch" awards the winners of the Treasure Hunt game

IP/10/176 Brussels, 23 February 2010 EU Healthy Eating Campaign "Tasty Bunch" awards the winners of the Treasure Hunt game Four young Europeans proved their excellent knowledge on balanced diet and healthy lifestyle by answering successfully all questions ...
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Consumers: 1 in 7 Sunbeds in breach of UV radiation safety limits

IP/10/158 Brussels, 12 February 2010 Consumers: 1 in 7 Sunbeds in breach of UV radiation safety limits Consumers should be aware of the potential risks associated with using sunbeds according to the results of a market surveillance check of sunbeds and ...
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Questions and Answers on safety of sunbeds

MEMO/10/37 Brussels, 12 February 2010 Questions and Answers on safety of sunbeds What was the objective of this joint action by Member States? The main objective was to verify that new sunbeds and sunbeds offered for use in services (e....
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Workshop on Synthetic Biology ´From Science to Governance´ – Registration now Open!

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Public Consultation for New Nanotechnologies Action Plan

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EU Healthy Eating Campaign: on-line Treasure Hunt game reaches its final stage

IP/09/ 1988 Brussels, 21 December 2009 EU Healthy Eating Campaign: on-line Treasure Hunt game reaches its final stage The young Europeans in EU27are invited to test their knowledge on balanced diet and healthy lifestyle, re-discover the benefits of fruit, ...
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Public consultation on a working mandate: Health Effects of Artificial Light

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Call to submit scientific information on addictiveness and attractiveness of tobacco additives

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Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council, 30 November and 1 December 2009, Brussels

MEMO/0 9/528 Brussels, 27 November 2009 Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council, 30 November and 1 December 2009, Brussels Employment and social affairs issues will be discussed on 30 November under the presidency of Sven-OttoLittorin, ...
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Commission approves €275 million for the eradication, monitoring and control of animal diseases

IP/09/1826 Brussels, 26 November 2009 Commission approves €275 million for the eradication, monitoring and control of animal diseases Today, the European Commission adopted a financial package of €275 million to support programmes to eradicate, control ...
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EU Risk Assessment Scientists meet in Brussels to co-ordinate their approach

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Commission paper lays foundations of discussion to tackle the problem of anti-microbial resistance

IP/09/1732 Brussels, 18 November 2009 Commission paper lays foundations of discussion to tackle the problem of anti-microbial resistance The European Commission presents today a staff working paper that aims to be the basis of discussion on the ways to ...
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Four EU scientific committees adopt joint opinion on antimicrobial resistance

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Commission calls on interested parties to submit scientific information on reprocessing of single-use medical devices

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Winners of the EU Health Journalism Prize announced at an award ceremony in Brussels

IP/09/1661 Brussels, 30 October 2009 Winners of the EU Health Journalism Prize announced at an award ceremony in Brussels At an award ceremony held in Brussels last night, the European Commissioner for Health, Androulla Vassiliou, announced the three ...
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Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health Opening Speech Conference : Influenza at the interface between humans and animals Brussels, 30 October 2009.

SPEECH/ 09/509 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health Opening Speech Figures and graphics available in PDF and WORD PROCESSED Conference : Influenza at the interface between humans and animals Brussels, 30 October ...
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A strategy for combating HIV/AIDS in the EU and neighbouring countries 2009-2013

IP/09/1583 Brussels, 26 October 2009 A strategy for combating HIV/AIDS in the EU and neighbouring countries 2009-2013 Today, the Commission has renewed its efforts to fight HIV/AIDS in the EU and neighbouring countries by adopting a strategy for the period ...
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EC communication "Combating Hiv/Aids in the European Union and neighbouring countries, 2009-2013": questions & answers

MEMO/09/479 Brussels, 26 October 2009 EC communication "Combating Hiv/Aids in the European Union and neighbouring countries, 2009-2013": questions & answers 1. What are the actions proposed in the communication to promote HIV/AIDS policies and how is ...
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Commission takes steps to tackle health inequalities in the EU

IP/09/1550 Strasbourg, 20 October 2009 Commission takes steps to tackle health inequalities in the EU The European Commission has announced today a series of actions to help Member States and other actors tackle the gaps in health which exist between ...
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Questions and Answers on Solidarity in health: Reducing health inequalities in the EU

MEMO/09/467 Strasbourg, 20 October 2009 Questions and Answers on Solidarity in health: Reducing health inequalities in the EU What are health inequalities? Taken literally, the term "health inequalities" means differences in health status between individuals ...
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Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health High level session: "Together for achieving sustainable healthcare in the EU" Speech at the occasion of the "Open Days 2009", at the High level session "Together for achieving sustainable healthcare in the EU" Brussels, 6 October 2009

SPEECH/ 09/444 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health High level session : "Together for achieving sustainable healthcare in the EU" Figures and graphics available in PDF and WORD PROCESSED Speec h at the occasion ...
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Working together to fight cancer- President Barroso and Commissioner Vassiliou launch the European Partnership for Action against Cancer

IP/09/1380 Brussels, 29 September 2009 Working together to fight cancer- President Barroso and Commissioner Vassiliou launch the European Partnership for Action against Cancer Today, in Brussels, over 300 cancer organisations, patients and cancer survivors, ...
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Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health Launch European Partnership against cancer Speech at the launch of the European Partnership against cancer Brussels, 29 September 2009

SPEECH/ 09/421 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health Launch European Partnership against cancer Figures and graphics available in PDF and WORD PROCESSED Speec h at the launch of the European Partnership against ...
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Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health "Animals + Humans = One Health" Opening Speech at the EU Veterinary Week Conference in Brussels Brussels, 28 September 2009

SPEECH/ 09/415 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health "Animals + Humans = One Health" Figures and graphics available in PDF and WORD PROCESSED Opening Speech at the EU Veterinary Week Conference in Brussels Brussels, ...
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Questions and Answers on the EU Veterinary Week and the World Rabies Day celebration in Brussels

MEMO/09/416 Brussels, 25 September 2009 Questions and Answers on the EU Veterinary Week and the World Rabies Day celebration in Brussels What is the EU Veterinary Week (EVW) and why was it created in 2008? The concept of an EU Veterinary Week (EVW) – ...
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Commission welcomes adoption of legislation on plant protection products

IP/09/1354 Bruxelles, le 24 September 2009 Commission welcomes adoption of legislation on plant protection products The Council has adopted today a Regulation to replace the current legislation setting out the rules on the authorisation of plant protection ...
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Scientific Hearing on the Risk Assessment of Nanotechnologies

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Commission adopts EU strategy on Pandemic (H1N1) 2009

IP/09/1323 Strasbourg, 15 September 2009 Commission adopts EU strategy on Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 Today, the Commission adopted a strategy paper supporting Member States in their efforts to respond efficiently to the pandemic H1N1 2009....
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Questions and Answers on vaccines against pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza

MEMO/09/392 Strasbourg, 15 September 2009 Questions and Answers on vaccines against pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza What is the Commission services' intention outlining a vaccination strategy against pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza? The Commission services' ...
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Questions and Answers on Communication to the public and media and on Support to Third Countries in tackling pandemic (H1N1) 2009

MEMO/09/393 Strasbourg, 15 September 2009 Questions and Answers on Communication to the public and media and on Support to Third Countries in tackling pandemic (H1N1) 2009 What is the Commission Staff Working Document on communicating with the public ...
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Pandemic (H1N1) 2009: Commission hosts Global Health Security conference for G7 countries and Mexico

IP/09/1306 Brussels, 11 September 2009 Pandemic (H1N1) 2009: Commission hosts Global Health Security conference for G7 countries and Mexico Health ministers from the G7 countries (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, UK, US), Mexico and the World Health ...
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Questions and Answers on the Global Health Security Initiative (GHSI)

MEMO/09/388 Brussels, 11 September 2009 Questions and Answers on the Global Health Security Initiative (GHSI) What is the Global Health Security Initiative (GHSI)? The terrorist attacks in the USA on 11 September 2001 and the subsequent 'anthrax' scare, ...
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Global Health Security Initiative (GHSI) - Special Ministerial Meeting on Pandemic (H1N1) 2009

MEMO/09/390 Brussels, 11 September 2009 Global Health Security Initiative (GHSI) - Special Ministerial Meeting on Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 We, Ministers/Secretaries/Commissioner of Health today concluded a Special Ministerial Meeting on Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 ...
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Influenza A (H1N1): EU Health Security Committee agrees statement on target and priority groups for vaccination

IP/09/1252 Brussels, 25 August 2009 Influenza A (H1N1): EU Health Security Committee agrees statement on target and priority groups for vaccination Today the European Union Health Security Committee and the Early Warning and Response authorities (HSC/EWRS) ...
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Influenza A (H1N1) 2009: EU Health Security Committee agrees statements on school closures and travel advice

IP/09/1234 Brussels, 13 August 2009 I nfluenza A (H1N1) 2009: EU Health Security Committee agrees statements on school closures and travel advice The European Union Health Security Committee and the Early Warning and Response authorities (HSC/EWRS) unanimously ...
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Statements of Health Security Committee and Early Warning and Response System

MEMO/09/362 Brussels, 13 August 2009 Statements of Health Security Committee and Early Warning and Response System authorities Statement on School closures The Health Security Committee/ Early Warning and Response System (HSC/EWRS) national contact points ...
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Background on the Health Security Committee and the Early Warning and Response System authorities

MEMO/09/363 Brussels, 13 August 2009 Background on the Health Security Committee and the Early Warning and Response System authorities What is the Health Security Committee? The Health Security Committee (HSC) was established by the Council in 2001 on ...
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Commission steps up action on Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative conditions

IP/09/1171 Brussels, 22 July 2009 Commission steps up action on Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative conditions Today, the European Commissionadopted concrete proposals to tackle Alzheimer’s disease, dementias and other neurodegenerative conditions. ...
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Commission approves extra funds to combat Bluetongue and Scrapie

IP/09/1174 Brussels, 22 July 2009 Commission approves extra funds to combat Bluetongue and Scrapie The European Commission decided today to provide additional financial support to the Bluetongue vaccination programmes of various Member States and approved ...
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Questions and answers on Alzheimer's disease and other dementias

MEMO/09/345 Brussels, 22 July 2009 Questions and answers on Alzheimer's disease and other dementias What is the purpose of the Communication on Alzheimer's disease and other dementias? The objective of this Communication is to set out actions providing ...
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Commission proposal for a Council Recommendation on a pilot joint programming initiative to combat neurodegenerative diseases, in particular alzheimer's

MEMO/09/346 Brussels, 22 July 2009 Commission proposal for a Council Recommendation on a pilot joint programming initiative to combat neurodegenerative diseases, in particular alzheimer's 1. Why is the European Commission proposing for a Council recommendation ...
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Examples of EU-funded research on neurodegenerative diseases

MEMO/09/347 Brussels, 22 July 2009 Examples of EU-funded research on neurodegenerative diseases This background note provides some examples of research on neurodegenerative diseases supported through the EU's Research Framework Programme....
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The Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed more efficient than ever on its 30th birthday

IP/09/1155 Brussels, 16 July 2009 The Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed more efficient than ever on its 30th birthday The Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) –an important tool in the EU efforts to ensure food safety– turns 30 this year....
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'Be Healthy, be yourself' – Commission launches youth health initiative

IP/09/1109 Brussels, 9 July 2009 'Be Healthy, be yourself' – Commission launches youth health initiative Involving young people more actively in developing EU health policies is the aim of an initiative launched today by the European Commissioner for ...
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Questions and answers on the EU Youth Health Initiative

MEMO/09/326 Brussels, 9 July 2009 Questions and answers on the EU Youth Health Initiative What do we know about the current state of health of young people in Europe? The health of children and young people in Europe is generally good....
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Commission calls for scaling up of seasonal flu vaccination in Europe

IP/09/1103 Brussels, 8 July 2009 Commission calls for scaling up of seasonal flu vaccination in Europe Today, the European Commission adopted a proposal for a Council recommendation on seasonal flu vaccination....
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Commission calls for Smoke Free Europe by 2012

IP/09/1060 Brussels, 30 June 2009 Commission calls for Smoke Free Europe by 2012 The European Commission adopted today, after extensive consultation, a proposal for a Council Recommendation calling on all Member States to bring in laws to protect their ...
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Questions and answers on the Commission proposal on smoke-free environments

MEMO/09/307 Brussels, 30 June 2009 Questions and answers on the Commission proposal on smoke-free environments What is the purpose of the Recommendation? The aim of the Recommendation is to assist and encourage national efforts to better protect citizens ...
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Scientific Hearing on Risk Assessment of Nanotechnologies: registration is now open!

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Fighting Cancer: A European partnership is born

IP/09/996 Brussels, 24 June 2009 Fighting Cancer: A European partnership is born Today, the European Commission reinforces its long-term commitment to the fight against cancer by creating a European Partnership for Action against Cancer....
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Questions and Answers on Action against Cancer: A European Partnership

MEMO/09/293 Brussels, 24 June 2009 Questions and Answers on Action against Cancer: A European Partnership What is the current burden of cancer in the EU? Every year, around 3.2 million Europeans are diagnosed with cancer, which is also the second most ...
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European Partnership Action Against Cancer: contribution of EU-funded research

MEMO/09/294 Brussels, 24 June 2009 European Partnership Action Against Cancer: contribution of EU-funded research On 24 June, the European Commission adopted the Communication, 'Action Against Cancer: European Partnership', to support the Member States ...
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Commission welcomes adoption of feed regulation that will further strengthen food safety in the EU

IP/09/981 Brussels, 22 June 2009 Commission welcomes adoption of feed regulation that will further strengthen food safety in the EU Farmers and pet owners will soon get better information on the feed they buy, a step that will further strengthen food ...
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Council adopts Commission proposal improving animal treatment at time of slaughter

IP/09/985 Brussels, 22 June 2009 Council adopts Commission proposal improving animal treatment at time of slaughter Conditions for animals at the time of killing will improve considerably as of January 1, 2013, when a regulation, adopted today by the ...
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State aid: Commission gives France the go-ahead to grant €33 million to Carmat's R&D programme for the development of an artificial heart

IP/09/959 Brussels, 18 th June 2009 State aid: Commission gives France the go-ahead to grant €33 million to Carmat's R&D programme for the development of an artificial heart The European Commission has decided not to raise any objections under the EC ...
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Joint Statement of the European Commission and the Czech Presidency: WHO raises the pandemic alert for Influenza AH1N1 from phase 5 to phase 6

IP/09/908 Brussels, 11 June 2009 Joint Statement of the European Commission and the Czech Presidency: WHO raises the pandemic alert for Influenza AH1N1 from phase 5 to phase 6 Today the WHO raised the pandemic alert for Influenza AH1N1 from phase 5 to ...
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Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health Speech at Working Seminar on the promotion of the health and wellbeing of children and young people Helsinki, 11 June 2009

SPEECH/ 09/294 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health Commissioner Vassiliou attending the Working Seminar on the promotion of the health and wellbeing of children and young people Figures and graphics available ...
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World No Tobacco Day: Commission launches new anti-smoking TV campaign, HELP 2.0

IP/09/848 Brussels, 28 May 2009 World No Tobacco Day: Commission launches new anti-smoking TV campaign, HELP 2.0 To mark the World No Tobacco Day, the Commission launches the second phase of its ‘HELP for a life without tobacco’ campaign....
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Questions and answers on the "HELP 2.0" campaign

MEMO/09 /252 Brussels, 28 May 2009 Questions and answers on the "HELP 2.0" campaign What is the "Help 2.0" campaign? Following on from the first Help campaign, "Help 2.0" targets primarily young people and young adults....
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Questions and answers on tobacco health warnings

MEMO/09/253 Brussels, 28 May 2009 Questions and answers on tobacco health warnings What is the purpose of putting health warnings on tobacco packages? The overall aim is to help reduce tobacco-related death, disease and suffering in the European Union. ...
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EU steps up action on novel flu virus

IP/09/687 Brussels, 30 April 2009 EU steps up action on novel flu virus The Commission is leading EU Member States' coordination efforts to exchange information on surveillance, case definition and measures taken by EU countries to respond to this novel ...
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Common case definition on novel flu virus

IP/09/690 Brussels, 30 April 2009 Common case definition on novel flu virus The Commission today adopted a common European definition for the novel flu virus. This will allow for an amendment to Decision 2002/253/EC, which lays down case definitions for ...
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Commissioner Vassiliou's meeting with the European Vaccine Manufacturers

IP/09/677 Brussels, 29 April 2009 Commissioner Vassiliou's meeting with the European Vaccine Manufacturers Commissioner Vassiliou met today with pharmaceutical industry representatives, in particular with the European Vaccine Manufacturers, to address ...
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Androulla Vassiliou, Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health, European Commission Press Conference on novel flu virus, Speech delivered at the Press Room in Berlaymont, Brussels, 28 April 2009

SPEECH/09/204 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for HealthEuropean Commission Press Conference on novel flu virus Speech delivered at the Press Room in Berlaymont Brussels, 28 April 2009 Good morning ladies and gentlemen, ...
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International scientific agreement on validation of alternatives to animal testing

IP/09/643 Brussels, 27 April 2009 International scientific agreement on validation of alternatives to animal testing Global efforts to promote alternatives to testing on animals receive a significant boost today through the signing of a cooperation agreement ...
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The validation of alternatives to animal testing

MEMO/09/200 Brussels, 27 April 2009 The validation of alternatives to animal testing 1. What is ECVAM? The European Centre for Validation of Alternative Methods (ECVAM) is hosted by the Institute for Health and Consumer Protection (IHCP), which is part ...
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Androulla Vassiliou, Member of the European Commission, Responsible for Health, Statement by Androulla Vassiliou, EU Health Commissioner for Health on the EC's reaction to the novel flu virus outbreak in Mexico, Statement made at the operations room of DG SANCO, on the EC's reaction to the novel flu virus outbreak in Mexico, Brussels, 27 April 2009

SPEECH/09/200 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, Responsible for HealthStatement by Androulla Vassiliou, EU Health Commissioner for Health on the EC's reaction to the novel flu virus outbreak in Mexico Statement made at the operations ...
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Questions and Answers on the World Veterinary Day celebration in Brussels

MEMO/09/195 Brussels, 24 April 2009 Questions and Answers on the World Veterinary Day celebration in Brussels What is the World Veterinary Day? The World Veterinary Day was introduced by the World Veterinary Association (founded in 1906) in the year 2000, ...
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Commissioner Vassiliou welcomes the European Parliament's positive contribution to building a ‘Europe for Patients’

IP/09/631 Brussels, 23 April 2009 Commissioner Vassiliou welcomes the European Parliament's positive contribution to building a ‘Europe for Patients’ Today, the European Parliament voted on three important health policy initiatives; patients' rights in ...
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CoR member Piero Marrazzo, President of the Lazio Region: Local authorities must step up their role in prevention and control of healthcare-related diseases

COR/09/44 Brussels, 22 April 2009 CoR member Piero Marrazzo, President of the Lazio Region: Local authorities must step up their role in prevention and control of healthcare-related diseases In Brussels today, the President of the Lazio Region, Piero Marrazzo, ...
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European Commission Assistance to Somalia: fact and figures

MEMO/09/175 Brussels, 22 April 2009 European Commission Assistance to Somalia: fact and figures Humanitarian Aid from the European Commission € 45,8 million for 2008 alone € 87 million since 2005 Focused on nutrition, water and sanitation, livestock, ...
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All EU Member States now signatories to the agreements to combat illicit trade in tobacco products

IP/09/610 Brussels, 21 April 2009 All EU Member States now signatories to the agreements to combat illicit trade in tobacco products The United Kingdom has joined the 26 other EU Member States and the European Community as a signatory to the 2004 anti-contraband ...
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World Health Day: Commission highlights solidarity in health

IP/09/545 Brussels, 6 April 2009 World Health Day: Commission highlights solidarity in health To mark World Health Day, European Commissioner for Health, Androulla Vassiliou will visit several community health projects in Kenya on 6 and 7 April....
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EU Health Commissioner launches "Better Training for Safer Food in Africa"

IP/09/537 Brussels, 3 April 2009 EU Health Commissioner launches "Better Training for Safer Food in Africa" In an effort to help developing countries improve their food safety systems for the benefit of their populations and economies, EU Health Commissioner, ...
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Androulla Vassiliou, Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health, Opening Speech at the High Level Conference "Better training for safer food", Speech at the High Level Conference "Better training for safer food", Addis Ababa, 3 April 2009

SPEECH/09/173 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for HealthOpening Speech at the High Level Conference "Better training for safer food" Speech at the High Level Conference "Better training for safer food"Addis Ababa, 3 ...
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Adapting to climate change: the European Union must prepare for the impacts to come

IP/09/519 Brussels, 1 April 2009 Adapting to climate change: the European Union must prepare for the impacts to come The European Commission presented today a White Paper outlining actions needed to strengthen the Union's resilience in coping with a changing ...
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Inaugural meeting of the European Commission scientific advisory committees on consumer, health and environmental risk. Election of Chairs and Vice-Chairs

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Commission completes pesticide review programme – an important step to ensure the protection of health and environment

IP/09/402 Brussels, 12 March 2009 Commission completes pesticide review programme – an important step to ensure the protection of health and environment The European Commission made today an important step forward in its efforts to ensure improved protection ...
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Report of the workshop on Electro Magnetic Fields (EMF) and Health: Science and Policy to address public concerns

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International Women's Day – EC Vice President Margot Wallström, and Commissioner for Health, Androulla Vassiliou, to participate in the International Colloquium on Women's Leadership in Liberia

IP/09/367 Brussels, 6 March 2009 International Women's Day – EC Vice President Margot Wallström, and Commissioner for Health, Androulla Vassiliou, to participate in the International Colloquium on Women's Leadership in Liberia Margot Wallström, European ...
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Commission adopts new rules for the introduction of personal consignments of animal products into the EU

IP/09/361 Brussels, 5 March 2009 Commission adopts new rules for the introduction of personal consignments of animal products into the EU The European Commission adopted today a Regulation on the introduction into the EU of animal products by travellers. ...
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European Rare Diseases Day: listen to the voice of 12,000 patients

IP/09/345 Brussels, 3 March 2009 European Rare Diseases Day: listen to the voice of 12,000 patients To mark the European Rare Disease Day 2009, Commissioner for Health, Androulla Vassiliou hosted the launch of an important and remarkable book – “The Voice ...
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Launching the first EU health prize for journalists, part of the Europe for Patients campaign

IP/09/272 Brussels, 17 February 2009 Launching the first EU health prize for journalists, part of the Europe for Patients campaign Today, the European Commission launches the first EU health prize for journalists in print and on-line articles....
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EU Health Prize for Journalists

MEMO/09/69 Brussels, 17 February 2009 EU Health Prize for Journalists Why a Journalist Prize in Health? The Prize is part of the "Europe for patients" campaign, launched by EU Health Commissioner Androulla Vassiliou in September 2008....
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European Commission welcomes European Parliament's vote on Animal Feed Regulation

IP/09/221 Brussels, 05 February 2009 European Commission welcomes European Parliament's vote on Animal Feed Regulation Today the European Parliament adopted in first reading a Regulation to replace the current legislation on marketing and use of feed, ...
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Adoption of the SCENIHR opinion concerning the antibiotic resistance effects of biocides

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Meglena Kuneva, European Consumer Commissioner, Keynote Speech, Personal Music Players Stakeholders' Conference, Brussels, 27 January 2009

SPEECH/09/22 Meglena Kuneva European Consumer Commissioner Keynote Speech Personal Music Players Stakeholders' Conference Brussels, 27 January 2009 Ladies and Gentlemen, I would like to welcome you today to this conference on personal music players organised ...
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Europe needs to intensify and double cancer screening, concludes Commission report

IP/09/113 Brussels, 22 January 2009 Europe needs to intensify and double cancer screening, concludes Commission report Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the European Union. Breast, cervical and colorectal cancer accounts for 32% of cancer ...
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Overview of the current coverage of population-based screening programmes for breast, cervical and colorectal cancer across the EU

MEMO/09/20 Brussels, 22 January 2009 Overview of the current coverage of population-based screening programmes for breast, cervical and colorectal cancer across the EU Figure 1. The Distribution of Breast Cancer Screening Programmes Based on Mammography ...
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Scientific Committee opinion on the need for non-human primates in biomedical research, production and testing of products and devices

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European Commission welcomes European Parliament's vote on Plant Protection Products Regulation

IP/09/47 Brussels, 13 January 2009 European Commission welcomes European Parliament's vote on Plant Protection Products Regulation Today the European Parliament adopted in second reading a Regulation to replace the current legislation on plant protection ...
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Commission takes steps to promote patient safety in Europe

IP/08/1973 Brussels, 15 December 2008 Commission takes steps to promote patient safety in Europe Each year, in the EU, between 8% and 12% of patients admitted to hospitals suffer harm from the healthcare they receive, including from healthcare associated ...
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Commission launches a public consultation on the future of Europe's workforce for health

IP/08/1974 Brussels, 15 December 2008 Commission launches a public consultation on the future of Europe's workforce for health The European Commission adopted a green paper on the EU workforce for health....
Under : Health workforce

Questions and Answers on patient safety, including the prevention and control of healthcare associated infections

MEMO/08/788 Brussels, 15 December 2008 Questions and Answers on patient safety, including the prevention and control of healthcare associated infections What is patient safety?Patient safety is defined as freedom for a patient from unnecessary harm or ...
Under : Patient safety

Androulla VASSILIOU, Member of the European Commission responsible for Health, 'Healthy Habits for a Healthy Society', School Fruit conference: a healthy start for our children, promoting school fruit schemes in the European Union, Brussels, 15 December 2008

SPEECH/08/709 Androulla VASSILIOU Member of the European Commission responsible for Health'Healthy Habits for a Healthy Society' School Fruit conference: a healthy start for our children, promoting school fruit schemes in the European UnionBrussels, 15 ...
Under : Nutrition and physical activity : Population groups

A Healthy Start for our Children: Commission conference on the School Fruit Scheme

IP/08/1958 Brussels, 12 December 2008 A Healthy Start for our Children: Commission conference on the School Fruit Scheme The European Commission is holding a conference on the EU-wide School Fruit Scheme on the 15-16 December 2008, which will be open ...
Under : Nutrition and physical activity : Population groups

Androulla Vassiliou, Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health, Reducing the Burden of Cancer in Europe - Cancer screening saves lives , Speech delivered during the forum of MEPs against Cancer, European Parliament, Brussels, 9 December 2008

SPEECH/08/689 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health Reducing the Burden of Cancer in Europe - Cancer screening saves lives Speech delivered during the forum of MEPs against Cancer, European ParliamentBrussels, 9 ...
Under : Major and chronic diseases

Saving Lives - Commission acts to improve organ donation across Europe

IP/08/1907 Brussels, 8 December 2008 Saving Lives - Commission acts to improve organ donation across Europe Today, the Commission adopted important safety and quality measures for organ donation and a 10 point action plan to work with Member States on ...
Under : Blood, tissues and organs

Q&A: EU Directive and Action Plan on organ donation and transplantation

MEMO/08/774 Brussels, 8th December 2008 Q&A: EU Directive and Action Plan on organ donation and transplantation What mandate does the European Commission have to take action in the field of human organs? Since 1999, the EU has had the mandate, under Article ...
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Health security: Building stronger global collaboration

IP/08/1892 Brussels, 5 December 2008 Health security: Building stronger global collaboration Today, health ministers from G7 countries (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, UK, US), Mexico and the World Health Organisation attend the 9th ministerial ...
Under : Preparedness and response

Communiqué: 9 th Ministerial Meeting of the Global Health Security Initiative

MEMO/08/769 Brussels, 5 December 2008 Communiqué: 9th Ministerial Meeting of the Global Health Security Initiative Conclusions of the 9th Ministerial Meeting of the Global Health Security Initiative held in Brussels on the 5th of December 2008....
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World AIDS Day 2008 – European Commission calls for focus on prevention and HIV testing

IP/08/1871 Brussels, 1 December 2008 World AIDS Day 2008 – European Commission calls for focus on prevention and HIV testing Twenty-five years after HIV was first isolated by researchers, there is still no cure or vaccine against AIDS....
Under : Communicable diseases : Sexually transmitted diseases

Public consultation: Use of the Threshold of Toxicological Concern (TTC) approach for the safety assessment of chemical substances

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Androulla Vassiliou, Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health, Speech at the launch of the 1^st European Antibiotic Awareness Day , Speech at the launch of the 1^st European Antibiotic Awareness Day. , EP Strasbourg, 18 November 2008

SPEECH/08/628 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health Speech at the launch of the 1st European Antibiotic Awareness Day Speech at the launch of the 1st European Antibiotic Awareness Day....
Under : Antimicrobial resistance : Communicable diseases

Androulla Vassiliou, Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health, The importance of international co-operation in the effectiveness of health systems , Second Euromed Ministerial Conference on Health: "Euromed Countries Together for Health" , Egypt, 17 November 2008

SPEECH/08/624 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health The importance of international co-operation in the effectiveness of health systems Second Euromed Ministerial Conference on Health: "Euromed Countries Together ...
Under : Healthcare

Commission calls for a European focus on rare diseases

IP/08/1681 Brussels, 11th November 2008 Commission calls for a European focus on rare diseases The European Commission adopted today a Communication and a proposal for a Council Recommendation on rare diseases setting out an overall Community strategy ...
Under : Rare diseases

Questions and Answers on the EU Approach to Tackling Rare Diseases

MEMO/08/689 Brussels, 11th November 2008 Questions and Answers on the EU Approach to Tackling Rare Diseases What are rare diseases? Rare diseases are primarily disorders of genetic origin, but also include rare cancers, auto-immune diseases, toxic and ...
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Danuta Hübner encourages Switzerland to step up cooperation with EU

IP/08/1667 Brussels, 10 November 2008 Danuta Hübner encourages Switzerland to step up cooperation with EU Danuta Hübner, European Commissioner for regional policy, is today in Berne and Lucerne to take part in a series of meetings on relations between ...
Under : Health and structural funds

Androulla Vassiliou, Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health, One health: healthy animals = healthy people, Commissioner Androulla Vassiliou launches the 1^st European Veterinary Week in Autoworld in the Parc du Cinquantenaire, Brussels, 10 November 2008

SPEECH/08/600 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for HealthOne health: healthy animals = healthy people Commissioner Androulla Vassiliou launches the 1st European Veterinary Week in Autoworld in the Parc du CinquantenaireBrussels, ...
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European Veterinary Week: Raising awareness about health risks at border crossings and in farms

IP/08/1651 Brussels, 7 November 2008 European Veterinary Week: Raising awareness about health risks at border crossings and in farms Over the next week, travellers entering or exiting the European Union will be reminded actively and creatively of the ...
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Public consultation on the preliminary opinion concerning the antibiotic resistance effects of biocides

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Telemedicine: Commission adopts plans to help doctors and patients access healthcare from a distance

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Androulla Vassiliou, Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health, Alzheimer's disease: Dimensions and Challenges , Speech during the French Presidency Conference ''The fight against Alzheimer's and Related Diseases'', Paris, 31 October 2008

SPEECH/08/575 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health Alzheimer's disease: Dimensions and Challenges Speech during the French Presidency Conference ''The fight against Alzheimer's and Related Diseases''Paris, 31 October ...
Under : Major and chronic diseases : Ageing

Public consultation: Risk assessment methodologies and approaches for mutagenic and carcinogenic substances

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Androulla Vassiliou, Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health, Future challenges for EU health policies, Speech at Conference ''Delivering for Tomorrow's European Consumers'', Brussels, 29 October 2008

SPEECH/08/565 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for HealthFuture challenges for EU health policies Speech at Conference ''Delivering for Tomorrow's European Consumers''Brussels, 29 October 2008 Ladies and Gentlemen, I ...
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Scientists warn of health risks from exposure to noise from personal music players

IP/08/1492 Brussels 13 October, Scientists warn of health risks from exposure to noise from personal music players, Listening to personal music players at a high volume over a sustained period can lead...
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Europeans are very sceptical about animal cloning for food production, Eurobarometer reveals

IP/08/1478 Brussels, 9 October 2008 Europeans are very sceptical about animal cloning for food production, Eurobarometer reveals A Flash Eurobarometer study, presented by the European Commission today, reveals that European citizens have a generally negative ...
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Energy Saving lamps : Scientific opinion on possible aggravation of symptoms for patients with specific diseases

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Androulla Vassiliou, Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health, Europe for Patients, Launch for the ''Europe for Patients'' Campaign, Brussels, 30 September 2008

SPEECH/08/475 Androulla Vassiliou Member of the European Commission, responsible for HealthEurope for Patients Launch for the ''Europe for Patients'' CampaignBrussels, 30 September 2008 Ladies and Gentlemen, I am delighted to welcome you to the launch ...
Under : Cross-border care : Health workforce : Patient safety : Antimicrobial resistance : Healthcare : Communicable diseases : Vaccination : Major and chronic diseases : Rare diseases : Mental health : Blood, tissues and organs

European Commission renews and updates mandates of scientific advisory committees on consumer, health and environmental risks

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Commission adopts proposal for directive on patients' rights in cross-border healthcare

IP/08/1080 Brussels, 2 July 2008 Commission adopts proposal for directive on patients' rights in cross-border healthcare As part of the Renewed Social Agenda, the Commission adopted today a proposal for a directive to facilitate the application of European ...
Under : Cross-border care

Questions and Answers on the draft Directive on the application of patients' rights in cross-border healthcare

MEMO/08/473 Brussels, 2 July 2008 Questions and Answers on the draft Directive on the application of patients' rights in cross-border healthcare What does this proposal mean for citizens and patients? This draft Directive clarifies the rights of patients ...
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SCENIHR Scientific Committee consultation on health risks from exposure to noise

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Europe's mental health in the spotlight

IP/08/933 Brussels, 13 June 2008 Europe's mental health in the spotlight Commissioner for Health Androulla Vassiliou launches the European Pact for Mental Health and Well-Being at the High Level Conference on Mental Health in Brussels today....
Under : Mental health

Androulla Vassiliou, Commissioner for Health, "Together for Mental Health and Well-being", High-level conference on Mental Health, Brussels, 13 June 2008

SPEECH/08/332 Androulla Vassiliou Commissioner for Health"Together for Mental Health and Well-being" High-level conference on Mental HealthBrussels, 13 June 2008 Royal Highness, Ministers, Ladies and Gentlemen, Today is an important day for mental health, ...
Under : Mental health

Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council, 9-10 June 2008, Luxembourg

MEMO/08/367 Brussels, 6 June 2008 Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council, 9-10 June 2008, Luxembourg The Employment,Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council will meet in Luxembourg on 9 and 10June....
Under : Health strategy : Antimicrobial resistance : Major and chronic diseases : Nutrition and physical activity

EUR 440 million in support of RDI, regional accessibility and health system infrastructure in Hungary

[Graphic in PDF & Word format] BEI/08/42 Luxembourg, 3 June 2008 EUR440 million in support of RDI, regional accessibility and health system infrastructure in Hungary The European Investment Bank (EIB)’s EUR275 million loan to Hungary is for research, ...
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José Manuel Durão Barroso, President of the European Commission, "European Chemicals Agency: Turning REACH into Reality, Inauguration of the European Chemical Agency , Helsinki, 3 June 2008

SPEECH/08/298 José Manuel Durão Barroso President of the European Commission"European Chemicals Agency: Turning REACH into Reality Inauguration of the European Chemical Agency Helsinki, 3 June 2008 Prime Minister, Vice-President Onesta, Vice-President ...
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Europe in Figures - Eurostat Yearbook 2008 The diversity of the EU through statistics

STAT/08/752 June 2008 Europe in Figures - Eurostat Yearbook 2008 The diversity of the EU through statistics What was the population growth in the EU27 over the last 10 years? In which Member State is it most common to own a house? Which Member State has ...
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World No Tobacco Day: EU Tobacco Advertising Ban Effective, concludes EU report.

IP/08/827 Brussels, 30 May 2008 World No Tobacco Day: EU Tobacco Advertising Ban Effective, concludes EU report. Less than three years after its entry into force the EU advertising ban has proven its effectiveness....
Under : Tobacco

EC scientific committees conclude: dental amalgams are effective and safe, both for patients and dental personnel

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Androulla VASSILIOU - Member of the European Commission, Responsible for HEALTH. Curbing Alcohol Abuse in Europe - European Alcohol and Health Forum. Brussels, 16 April 2008

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Under : Alcohol

46 businesses and NGOs take action to curb alcohol abuse in Europe

IP/08/589 - EU Commissioner for Health, Androulla Vassiliou welcomed the commitments made by 46 businesses and non-governmental organisations to curb alcohol abuse at the European Alcohol and Health Forum in Brussels, today...
Under : Alcohol

Androulla VASSILIOU - Member of the European Commission, responsible for HEALTH. The Burden of Cancer and the Need to work together on a European Level. Conference on Cancer at the "European Cancer Patient Coalition". Brussels, 07 April 2008

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Under : Major and chronic diseases

Scientific opinion on environmental impacts and antimicrobial resistance effects of 4 substances used for decontamination of poultry carcasses

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Androulla VASSILIOU - Member of the European Commission, responsible for Health. Opening Speech to European Parliament. European Parliament Hearing. Brussels, 01 April 2008

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SCENIHR opinion on the safety of DEHP and its alternatives in medical devices

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Revision of risk-assessment methods needed to evaluate potential risks in the use of certain Nanomaterials in cosmetic products

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Smokeless tobacco products are addictive and hazardous to health, scientific committee concludes

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Markos KYPRIANOU - Member of the European Commission, Responsible for HEALTH. The Burden of Cancer - How can it be reduced? Presidency Conference on Cancer in in Ljubljana, Slovenia, 07 February 2008

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Under : Major and chronic diseases

Commission proposes to continue financing Community Tobacco Fund to pay for awareness-raising on dangers of tobacco

IP/08/178 - The European Commission today proposed to extend the financing of the Community Tobacco Fund for the next two years. Since the reform of the Common Market Organisation for tobacco in 2004, the Fund has financed information policies to improve public awareness of the harmful effects of tobacco consumption...
Under : Tobacco

Commission calls on interested parties to submit information on biocides in relation to resistance to antibiotics

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Commission launches consultation processes on dental amalgam and alternative dental restoration materials

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Avian Influenza: Member States endorse measures for Poland and Germany

IP/08/27 - Following recent outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Poland and Germany, the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health today voted in favour of a Decision confirming the eradication and control measures taken by those two Member States.
Under : Communicable diseases

Avian influenza H5N1 confirmed in three wild swans in the United Kingdom: authorities applying precautionary measures

IP/08/29 - The UK authorities have today informed the European Commission of the confirmation of highly pathogenic avian influenza in three wild swans at a bird sanctuary in Dorset. At the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health, the UK delegation reported that laboratory tests carried out by the Community Reference Laboratory in Weybridge confirmed that it is the H5N1 strain of the virus. There have been no positive cases of H5N1 in wild birds in the EU since mid-August 2007.
Under : Communicable diseases

Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council, 5-6 December 2007, Brussels

MEMO/07/539 - The Council meeting will take place on 5-6 December in Brussels, with the Employment and Social Policy points being taken on 5 December. The Health points will be taken on 6 December with the Council being chaired by Mr Correia De Campos, Portuguese Minister for Health. The Commission will be represented by Commissioner Kyprianou.
Under : Health strategy : Communicable diseases : Nutrition and physical activity : Sexually transmitted diseases : Blood, tissues and organs : Social determinants and health inequalities

Avian Influenza: Member States endorse measures for Poland, Romania and UK

IP/07/1839 - Following recent outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Poland and Romania, the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health today voted in favour of a Decision setting out the eradication and control measures for both Member States. The measures in place in the UK, in response to the outbreaks of H5N1 avian influenza on turkey holdings in Norfolk in November, were also re-confirmed.
Under : Communicable diseases

Questions and Answers on HIV/AIDS

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Under : Communicable diseases : Sexually transmitted diseases

World AIDS Day – As important as ever to remain vigilant and increase awareness, the Commission notes

IP/07/1824 - AIDS has already claimed the lives of more than 25 million people throughout the world, while an estimated 33.2 million live with HIV – alarming numbers highlighting the need to remain vigilant vis-à-vis one of the most destructive epidemics in recorded history. To mark World AIDS Day, commemorated every year on December 1, Health Commissioner Markos Kyprianou has invited European Health Ministers to join him
Under : Communicable diseases : Sexually transmitted diseases

Markos Kyprianou - Commissioner Responsible for Health. Fight Against Aids: Challenges ahead. Speech at Conference: HIV in Europe 2007. Brussels, 26 November 2007

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Under : Communicable diseases : Sexually transmitted diseases

Avian influenza H5N1 confirmed in UK: control measures being applied

IP/07/1689 - Following confirmation of an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 in a flock of turkeys at the border of Suffolk and Norfolk in the UK, the Commission has today adopted a Decision defining the risk area and confirming the control measures in place.
Under : Communicable diseases

Tackling Childhood Obesity: European Day of Healthy Food and Cooking

IP/07/1663 - Today, EU Health Commissioner Markos Kyprianou launched the "European Day of Healthy Food and Cooking", which aims to encourage healthy eating amongst children, with a view to tackling the rising childhood obesity levels in Europe.
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Commission refers Finland to the European Court of Justice a second time over tobacco for oral use

IP/07/1592 - The European Commission has today decided to refer Finland to the European Court of Justice (ECJ) for a second time for failing to comply with an earlier judgement by the European Court of Justice on 18 May 2006 concerning tobacco for oral use in the Åland Islands.
Under : Tobacco

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for HEALTH. Making Europe Smoke-Free by 2009. Speech in the Plenary Session of the European Parliament. Strasbourg, 23 October 2007

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Together for Health – A Strategic Approach for the EU, 2008-2013

IP/07/1571 - The European Commission adopted today a Health Strategy setting out the direction for Community Health action in the years to come .
Under : Health strategy

Commission launches consultation on SCENIHR report on the safety of DEHP and its alternatives in medical devices

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Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health. "Addressing the Challenges of Cross-Border Health Care". 10th Health Forum on "Health Services". Gastein, Austria, 05 October 2007

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Under : Cross-border care

Markos Kyprianou - Commissioner responsible for Health. Improving the health of migrants in Europe. Portuguese Presidency Conference on 'Health and Migration'. Lisbon, 27 September

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Under : Social determinants and health inequalities

Too few Europeans undergo colorectal cancer and prostate checks ups, Eurobarometer reveals.

IP/07/1337 - Although European citizens appear to be generally aware of the importance of preventive medical checkups, the vast majority of them do not undergo colorectal cancer or prostate tests, an EU wide survey reveals.
Under : Major and chronic diseases

First Annual Nanotechnology Safety for Success Dialogue

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Commission and UEFA kick off football season with joint TV campaign promoting physical activity

IP/07/1262 - The European Commission and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) are launching a joint TV advertising campaign that aims to encourage European citizens to make physical activity part of their daily lives.
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Avian Influenza: Highly pathogenic H5N1 virus confirmed in Bavaria

IP/07/1256 - The European Commission was informed by the German authorities on Saturday of an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza on a duck farm in Bavaria, in a region where infected wild birds were detected in July and early August.
Under : Communicable diseases

EU Technical Guidance for chemicals requires nanomaterial-related modifications

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Commission launches consultation process on smokeless tobacco products

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Commission adopts a Green paper on bio-preparedness

IP/07/1065 - Today the European Commission has adopted a Green paper on bio-preparedness. The aim of the paper is to stimulate a debate and launch a process of consultation at European level on how to reduce biological risks, and to enhance preparedness and response capabilities.
Under : Preparedness and response

Commission launches consultation on consumer self tests to detect sensitivity to hair dyes

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Avian Influenza confirmed in wild birds in another region in Germany and suspected in France and Austria

IP/07/1013 - The Commission has been informed by the French and the Austrian authorities of new suspected cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in wild birds in their territories.
Under : Communicable diseases

Consultation launched on Nanomaterials in cosmetic products

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Avian influenza H5N1 confirmed in wild swans in Germany: authorities applying precautionary measures

IP/07/878 - The German authorities have informed the European Commission that laboratory tests carried out at the regional laboratory in Bavaria and the national reference laboratory for avian influenza in Insel Riems have detected the presence of the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus H5N1 in two swans found dead in the province of Nürnberg, in Bavaria.
Under : Communicable diseases

Avian Influenza: H5N1 virus confirmed in turkey farm in the Czech Republic

IP/07/863 - Yesterday evening the European Commission was informed by the Czech authorities of a suspected outbreak of avian influenza in the Pardubicky Region, district Ústí nad Orlicí, in the centre of the country.
Under : Communicable diseases

Scientific committee suggests further research into possible indoor air pollutants

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Europeans dissatisfied with information on potential EMF health risks

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WHO Director General Margaret Chan makes first visit to Commission to discuss enhanced collaboration on health

IP/07/783 - Dr Margaret Chan, the Director General of the World Health Organization, will visit the European Commission next Tuesday 12 June.
Under : Preparedness and response : Climate change

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for HEALTH. The Fight against Alcohol-related Harm: Launch of the Alcohol and Health Forum. Launch of the Alcohol and Health Forum. Brussels, 07 June 2007

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Under : Alcohol

European Commission, businesses and NGO's create Forum to battle alcohol-related harm

IP/07/774 - More than 40 businesses and non-governmental organisations, responding to a European Commission initiative, agreed today to take action to protect European citizens from the harmful use of alcohol.
Under : Alcohol

EU Health Strategy: consultation shows support for increased EU cooperation to improve and protect health

IP/07/747 - There is general support for a new overarching European Health Strategy and a desire for more cooperation between the European Commission and EU Member States to further improve and protect health in Europe, the results of a public consultation process reveal.
Under : Health strategy

Extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis: EU Member States agree on coordinated measures concerning infected air passenger

IP/07/739 - At a meeting chaired by the European Commission and held at the European Centre for Disease Control (ECDC) in Stockholm on 30 May, authorities responsible for taking measures in the EU Member States agreed to follow the ECDC's advice, requested by the Commission on 29 May, on the case of a US passenger with extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (XDR-TB) travelling on flights between Europe and North America.
Under : Communicable diseases

Q&A on organ donation and transplantation in the EU

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Under : Blood, tissues and organs

Commission proposes actions to increase organ donations and transplants

IP/07/718 - The European Commission today adopted a Communication proposing actions for closer cooperation between Member States in the field of organ donation and transplantation, and announcing plans for a European Directive on quality and safety of organ donation.
Under : Blood, tissues and organs

Eight out of ten Europeans favour organ donor cards, Eurobarometer reveals

IP/07/719 - Eight out of ten Europeans support the use of organ donor cards, although only 12% actually carry one, according to a Eurobarometer survey on organ donation published today.
Under : Blood, tissues and organs

White Paper on Nutrition: Commission proposes EU-wide efforts to tackle the obesity epidemic

IP/07/720 - The European Commission today adopted a White Paper setting out a wide range of proposals on how the EU can tackle nutrition, overweight and obesity related health issues.
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council, Brussels, 30-31 May 2007

MEMO/07/211 - The Council meeting will take place in Brussels on 30 and 31 May.
Under : Communicable diseases : Nutrition and physical activity : Tobacco : Sexually transmitted diseases : Healthy environments

Questions and answers on Tobacco

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World No Tobacco Day: more Europeans support smoke-free policies, new Eurobarometer reveals

IP/07/690- The majority of European citizens are in favour of smoke-free policies, according to the results of a new Eurobarometer on Tobacco presented by EU Health Commissioner Markos Kyprianou in the European Parliament to mark World No Tobacco Day on 31 May.
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Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health. Towards a European Commission initiative on Health Services. Speech in the European Parliament debate on the Vergnaud report on Health services. Strasbourg, 21 May 2007

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Under : Healthcare

European Commission launches "EU Mini-chefs," a website for children on healthy cooking

IP/07/669 - The European Commission and Euro-toques International, the European Chefs' association, today launched "EU Mini-chefs" - a website for children which aims to contribute to the fight against child obesity by encouraging healthy eating and cooking.
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Commission calls on interested parties to submit scientific information on mercury in dental amalgam

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Under : Scientific Committees

Commission calls on interested parties to submit scientific information on hydrogen peroxide in oral hygiene products

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Under : Scientific Committees

Consultation backs EU action on health services

IP/07/524 - The majority of contributors to the Commission's recent consultation favour some form of Community action on health services, combining both legislative elements and practical support for cooperation between European health systems.
Under : Healthcare

Nanomaterials to be specified in the EU Technical Guidance for chemicals

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Under : Scientific Committees

Bringing the results of the Scientific Committees closer to the public

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Under : Scientific Committees

Commission to extend hair dye assessment in view of new data on sensitisation

IP/07/439 Brussels 29/03/2007 Commission to extend hair dye assessment in view of new data on sensitisation, The Scientific Committee on Consumer Products (SCCP) draws the Commission's attention, in a memorandum...
Under : Scientific Committees

Commission to extend hair dye assessment in view of new data on sensitisation

IP/07/439 - The Scientific Committee on Consumer Products (SCCP) draws the Commission's attention, in a memorandum published today, to the fact that many of the hair dye substances currently used in hair dye products have the potential to cause skin sensitisation.
Under : Scientific Committees : Dialogue and collaboration

Taking on HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis: Commissioner Kyprianou discusses priorities for action with ECDC

IP/07/350 - European Commissioner for Health, Markos Kyprianou, will call today for more EU level action against HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis (TB) at a meeting with senior officials from Member State health authorities and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).
Under : Communicable diseases

Europeans support alcohol health warnings to protect vulnerable, Eurobarometer reveals

IP/07/322 - Almost eight out of ten Europeans (77%) agree with putting warnings on alcohol bottles and adverts in order to warn pregnant women and drivers of the dangers of drinking alcohol, according to the results of the special Eurobarometer on Alcohol presented by the European Commission today.
Under : Alcohol

Commissioner Kyprianou on official visit to US

IP/07/264 - European Commissioner for Health Markos Kyprianou will be on an official visit to the United States from 1 to 6 March 2007. During his visit Commissioner Kyprianou will discuss a broad range of issues with his US interlocutors including regulatory cooperation, new technologies, nutrition labelling, pandemic preparedness and smoking prevention.
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Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health. Health Services and the Annual Strategy for 2008 ENVI Parliamentary Committee, European Parliament Brussels, 27 February 2007.

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Under : Healthcare

Commission launches consultation process on indoor air quality

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Avian Influenza: UK measures endorsed; Member States urged to tighten protection measures against H5N1

IP/07/144 - A Commission Decision approving the protection, surveillance and buffer zones set up in the UK due to the recent outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza in Suffolk (see IP/07/134), was endorsed by Member States today.
Under : Communicable diseases

Avian Influenza: H5N1 virus confirmed in UK

IP/07/134 - Yesterday evening the European Commission was informed by the UK authorities of a suspected outbreak of avian influenza in Suffolk, in the east of England.
Under : Communicable diseases

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health. An alcohol strategy for Europe? European Parliament, Eurocare Seminar, hosted by the Socialist Group. Brussels, 31 January 2007

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Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health. The Role of Pictorial Health Warnings in Europe's Tobacco Control Policy. Inaugural address, Photo Exhibition, The Power of Communications Against Tobacco. Bibliothèque Solvay, Brussels, 31 January 2007

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Under : Tobacco

Questions and answers on the Green Paper on a smoke-free Europe

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Under : Tobacco : Healthy environments

Commission launches public debate on the best way to promote smoke-free environments

IP/07/109 - The European Commission adopted today a Green Paper, entitled "Towards a Europe free from tobacco smoke: policy options at EU level", to launch a broad public consultation on the best way to promote smoke-free environments in the European Union.
Under : Tobacco : Healthy environments

Avian Influenza: Highly pathogenic H5 virus confirmed in Hungary

IP/07/97 - The European Commission has been informed by the Hungarian authorities today of an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Csongràd County, south-east Hungary.
Under : Communicable diseases

Mental health: Commission releases report about Green paper consultation and publishes Eurobarometer survey

Today the Commission published a report about the results of a consultation on a European Commission Green paper on Mental Health, launched in October 2005. On the same occasion, it presented the results of an Eurobarometer survey on mental wellbeing.
Under : Mental health

EU Health Programme: Commissioner Kyprianou welcomes Council political agreement

Today in Brussels the Health Ministers Council reached a political agreement on the EU Health Programme 2007-2013. A formal common position will have to be adopted by the Council in early 2007, and the Programme will have to go through the European Parliament in second reading.
Under : Health programme

European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection. Closing Speech and presentation of the award for the best European HIV/AIDS awareness television commercial AIDS. Remember Me? European Commission Night of the HIV/AIDS Television Commercials. Kinepolis, Brussels, 30 November 2006
Under : Communicable diseases : Sexually transmitted diseases

Health services: Commissioner Kyprianou and European Health Ministers to hold first round table discussion

European Health Ministers will tomorrow hold a first round table discussion on health services, hosted by Health and Consumer Protection Commissioner Markos Kyprianou. This follows up on the debate held by the European Commission on 5 September, and the Communication adopted on 26th September which launched a broad public consultation on this issue.
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Night of the HIV/AIDS television commercials - Kinepolis, Brussels, 30 November 2006, 18.30.

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Cat and dog fur: Commission proposes total EU ban

The European Commission has today adopted a proposal to ban the import, export and sale of cat and dog fur in the EU. There is evidence that cat and dog fur is being placed on the European market, usually undeclared as such or disguised as synthetic and other types of fur.
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Questions and Answers on the proposal to ban cat and dog fur in the EU

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European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection Opening address

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection Opening address: tackling obesity in Europe; WHO Conference on Obesity - Istanbul, 15 November 2006
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

AIDS - remember me? Commission launches online vote for best EU HIV/AIDS awareness commercial

The European Commission today launched the _AIDS - Remember me?_ campaign website, paving the way for a _Night of the HIV/AIDS TV commercials_ to be held at the Kinepolis cinema in Brussels 30 November, the eve of World AIDS Day.
Under : Communicable diseases : Sexually transmitted diseases

Questions and answers on EU action on fighting HIV/AIDS

Under : Communicable diseases : Sexually transmitted diseases

Member States back a series of veterinary and food safety decisions for after Enlargement

Commission proposals on a number of food safety and animal health issues linked to the forthcoming accession of Bulgaria and Romania to the EU, have been backed by the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health. Member State veterinary experts voted in favour of granting a list of food establishments transitional periods in which to finish upgrading to EU standards.
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Bluetongue: Restriction zone extended; New outbreaks in Sardinia and Portugal

A Commission Decision to extend the bluetongue restriction zone in Germany, due to further outbreaks of the disease, was backed by the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health yesterday. The latest outbreaks have occurred in North-Rhine Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate in Germany, and in Denekamp in the Netherlands close to the border with Germany.
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Commission approves over _11.5 million to tackle animal diseases in Bulgaria and Romania in 2007

A draft Commission Decision to allocate up to _11 506 000 to Bulgaria and Romania for the monitoring, eradication and control of animal diseases in 2007, was backed by the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health yesterday.
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Commission presents Eurobarometer on Health, Food and Nutrition

Most Europeans consider themselves to be in good health, but 38% feel they are overweight, according to the results of the latest Eurobarometer on Health, Food and Nutrition presented by the European Commission today. The survey, which reveals that 95% of EU citizens agree that obesity is harmful for health, addresses the health and physical characteristics of Europeans, their diet and general eating habits, problems related to being overweight, and their physical activity levels.
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Fighting obesity: Commissioner Kyprianou _names and praises_ companies for concrete commitments

Today in Brussels European Health and Consumer Protection Commissioner Markos Kyprianou publicly _named and praised_ several CEOs of major food, drink and retail industries for their commitments to tackling obesity made in the framework of the EU Platform for Action on Diet, Physical Activity and Health. The Platform gathers stakeholders to agree voluntary measures to combat overweight and promote physical activity.
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Questions and Answers on the EU Platform on Diet, Physical Activity and Health, and its commitments

Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Questions and Answers on the Eurobarometer on Health, Food and Nutrition

Under : Nutrition and physical activity

European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection. The Commission challenges industry to cooperate on reducing alcohol related harm Speech by Commissioner Kyprianou to the European Forum on Responsible Drinking. Stockholm, 30 October 2006
Under : Alcohol

European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection. Towards a European Strategy on nutrition a healthy diets 5th Congress of the CIAA - Brussels, 26 October 2006
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Commission adopts Communication on reducing alcohol related harm in Europe

The European Commission today adopted a Communication setting out an EU strategy to support Member States in reducing alcohol related harm. The Communication addresses the adverse health effects of harmful and hazardous alcohol consumption in Europe, which is estimated to cause the deaths of 195,000 people a year in the EU.
Under : Alcohol

Alcohol-related harm in Europe - Key data

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Commission takes action against Member States breaking the tobacco sponsorship ban

The European Commission today decided to pursue infringement procedures against those Member States that violate the EU tobacco advertising ban. It decided to refer Italy to the European Court of Justice for failure to correctly transpose the sponsorship ban for cross-border events.
Under : Tobacco

Commission presents results of Eurobarometer on HIV/AIDS

Today in Brussels at an EU HIV/AIDS prevention round table, focussing on safer sex for young people, the Commission released results of the latest Eurobarometer on HIV/AIDS. The survey looks into public awareness and citizens_ behaviour in the context of the AIDS epidemic.
Under : Communicable diseases : Sexually transmitted diseases

Questions and answers on the Eurobarometer on HIV/AIDS

Under : Communicable diseases : Sexually transmitted diseases

Pharmaceutical Forum: delivering better information, better access and better prices

The newly established Pharmaceutical Forum is today expected to adopt its first progress report setting out how to improve information on medicines to patients, enhance value for money and access to medicines and ensure quicker access to effective medicines through relative effectiveness policies.
Under : Pharmaceuticals

Pharmaceutical Forum Conclusions

This is the first progress report for the Pharmaceutical Forum. The Pharmaceutical Forum was established by Vice President Verheugen and Commissioner Kyprianou in June 2005 to examine the competitiveness of the European-based pharmaceutical industry and related public health issues.
Under : Pharmaceuticals

delivering better information, better access and better prices. Address to the Members of the Pharmaceutical Forum

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection - Pharmaceutical Forum : delivering better information, better access and better prices. Address to the Members of the Pharmaceutical Forum. Brussels, 29 September 2006
Under : Pharmaceuticals

International Health Regulations - Commission calls for proactive implementation, particularly on flu aspects

The European Commission has adopted a Communication on the revised International Health Regulations 2005 (the IHR). Due to enter into force in June 2007, the IHR is an important legal instrument which aims to prevent and control the international spread of disease, while avoiding unnecessary interference with traffic and trade.
Under : Communicable diseases

Patient mobility: Commission launches public consultation regarding EU action on health services

The European Commission today launches a public consultation on how to ensure legal certainty regarding cross-border healthcare under Community law, and to support cooperation between the health systems of the Member States. Responses are sought by 31 January 2007. The Commission then plans to bring forward proposals later in 2007.
Under : Cross-border care

Questions and Answers on Health Services in the EU

Under : Cross-border care

Competitiveness Council reaches political agreement on a Consumer Programme for 2007-2013

The EU Competitiveness Council today reached political agreement on a _156.8 million programme to support the EU consumer protection policy for the 2007-2013 period. The programme_s main objectives are to ensure high levels of consumer protection, through effective representation of consumer interests, and to ensure that consumer protection rules are effectively applied across the Union.
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Preparation of the Competitiveness Council of Ministers, Brussels, 25 September 2006

The EU Competitiveness Council will meet in Brussels on Monday 25 September under the chairmanship of Mauri Pekkarinen, Finnish Minister of Trade and Industry. The European Commission will be represented by Vice President Günter Verheugen, responsible for Enterprise and Industry, Charlie McCreevy, Commissioner for the Internal Market and Services, Markos Kyprianou, Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection Janez Poto_nik, Commissioner for Science and Research and Neelie Kroes, Commissioner for Competition Policy.
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Commission presents results of consultation on healthy diets and physical activity

The Commission today presents the results of a public consultation on promoting healthy diets and physical activity, with a focus on the prevention of overweight, obesity and chronic diseases. With around 14 million children in Europe currently overweight, of which more than 3 million are obese, this is now an urgent public health issue requiring co-ordinated action at EU level, as well as within Member States.
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Avian Influenza: German vaccination, Romanian imports

Under : Communicable diseases

Patient mobility: Commission to launch public consultation on EU framework for health services

The European Commission today decided to launch a public consultation on how to ensure legal certainty regarding cross-border health services under Community law, and to support cooperation between the health systems of the Member States. The consultation will be based on a Communication to be drawn up by European Health and Consumer Protection Commissioner Markos Kyprianou setting out ideas for an EU framework for safe, high-quality and efficient healthcare services, reflecting the outcome of the orientation debate held today by the Commission.
Under : Cross-border care

Questions and Answers on Health Services in the EU

Under : Healthcare

Bluetongue: Control measures revised

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Updated crop yield forecasts for 2006 and analysis of drought effects

This Memorandum provides additional information, maps and graphs related to IP/06/1097 on the forecast of cereal production and the impacts of drought. During the agricultural season, the Commission_s Directorate General Joint Research Centre (DG JRC) regularly issues forecasts for the main crop yields and produces analyses of the impact of weather conditions on crop production. These are based on advanced methodologies using satellite remote sensing and mathematical models which simulate crop growth.
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Avian influenza H5N1 confirmed in a wild bird in Spain: authorities applying precautionary measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Commission urges Member States to take action on mini-motorbikes

The European Commission has today written to Member States inviting them to take action to prevent serious accidents involving mini-motorbikes. In the last few months, the Commission has received 10 notifications from Member States concerning mini-motorbikes in the _Rapid Alert System_ of the General Product Safety Directive (RAPEX).
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Commission presents results of Eurobarometer on Avian Flu

Europeans are well informed about avian influenza and have confidence in the actions of EU and national authorities to tackle it, but significant gaps in knowledge remain about the risks, according to a special Eurobarometer survey on avian influenza published today by the Commission and conducted in March and April.
Under : Communicable diseases

Scientists warn: Ultraviolet radiation from sunbeds increases skin-cancer risk

According to an opinion of the Scientific Committee on Consumer products (SCCP) to the European Commission released today, the use of ultraviolet-radiation devices, tanning lamps and sunbeds, to achieve and maintain cosmetic tanning, is likely to increase the risk of malignant melanoma of the skin.
Under : Scientific Committees : Dialogue and collaboration

Avian Influenza: Protection measures and import bans prolonged and amended

A number of draft Commission Decisions introducing, amending and prolonging measures to protect the EU against avian influenza were backed by the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health today.
Under : Communicable diseases

Commission refers Germany to the European Court of Justice on tobacco advertising

The European Commission has today decided to refer Germany to the European Court of Justice (ECJ) for non-transposition of the Tobacco Advertising Directive 2003/33/EC. The Court referral follows the letter of formal notice sent in October 2005 and a reasoned opinion sent in February 2006. The referral to the ECJ is the next step in the infringement procedure.
Under : Tobacco

Organ Donation: Commission launches public consultation

The European Commission has launched today a public consultation on future EU action in the area of organ donation and transplantation.
Under : Blood, tissues and organs

Questions and Answers on organ donation and transplantation in the EU

Under : Blood, tissues and organs

The Commission improves dialogue with civil society on EU drugs policy

Drugs related health and social harm, and drug related crime are perceived as a major concern by public opinion. Since the 1990's, a European model, based on a balanced and integrated approach to drugs has been developed. Action against drug supply, including the adoption of EU legal instruments to fight trafficking, and action on reducing demand and protecting health are equally important and mutually supportive.
Under : Illicit drugs

World No Drugs Day 2006: Commission stresses Europe_s commitment to fight drugs trafficking and help addicts

On the occasion of the UN_s International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Franco Frattini, Vice President of the European Commission responsible for Justice, Freedom and Security, Benita Ferrero-Waldner, Commissioner for External Relations and Markos Kyprianou, Commissioner for Health and Consumer protection stressed the European Commission_s commitment to international efforts to fight against drugs, support third countries through common project.
Under : Illicit drugs

The EU policy in the drugs field: present priorities

Under : Illicit drugs

Commission acts to reduce burden of accidents and injuries

The European Commission today adopted a Communication and Action Plan with the aim of reducing the burden of accidents and injuries, which are the fourth major cause of death in the EU, killing some 235,000 EU citizens each year.
Under : Healthy environments

Public Health in 2007 - Address to the Environment Committee of the EP

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection Commission Priorities for Food Safety and Public Health in 2007 Address to the Environment Committee of the EP - Brussels, 20 June 2006
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Avian Influenza: H5 virus confirmed in geese in Hungary

The Hungarian authorities have informed the European Commission of a confirmed outbreak of avian influenza in a domestic flock of geese in Bács-Kiskun, in the south of the country. The tests carried out so far have shown that is a H5 highly pathogenic strain, while it is still to be determined whether or not this is the H5N1 strain.
Under : Communicable diseases

Avian Influenza: Import ban on all Romanian poultry and poultry products

A draft Commission proposal to extend the import ban on Romanian live poultry and poultry products to cover the whole country has been endorsed by the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health.
Under : Communicable diseases

Influenza: Commissioner Kyprianou regrets failure to agree on EU anti-viral stockpile

Under : Communicable diseases

Commission acts to address gaps in the Timeshare Directive

The Commission is today launching a wide public consultation on the Timeshare Directive (94/47/EC). Timeshare contracts entitle consumers to spend a period of time (at least one week) in a holiday property for at least three years.
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Avian Influenza: Results of EU surveillance in wild birds presented

The European Commission and the Community Reference Laboratory (CRL) for Avian Influenza in Weybridge have published the results of the surveillance for avian influenza in wild birds carried out in the EU over the past 10 months.
Under : Communicable diseases

Employment, social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council, 1-2 June 2006, Luxembourg

The Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs will meet in Luxembourg on June 1 and 2, 2006 under the joint presidency of Ms Haubner, Federal Minister for Social Security, Ms Rauch-Kallat, Federal Minister for Health and Women, and Mr Bartenstein, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Employment. The Commission will be represented by Commissioners _pidla and Kyprianou.
Under : Healthcare : Communicable diseases : Nutrition and physical activity : Population groups

World No Tobacco Day - Survey reveals drop in smokers in EU

The number of people smoking in the EU has dropped from 33% in 2002 to 27% by Autumn 2005, and 80% of Europeans would like to see smoking banned in public places.
Under : Tobacco

Avian Influenza: H5N1 virus confirmed in backyard poultry in Denmark; Control measures being applied

Under : Communicable diseases

Classical Swine Fever in Germany: measures adjusted

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Avian Influenza: Regionalised ban on Romanian poultry and poultry products extended

Under : Communicable diseases

Commissioner Kyprianou welcomes European Parliament vote on Health and Nutrition Claims

Markos Kyprianou, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection, today welcomed the European Parliament_s 2nd Reading vote on the Health and Nutrition Claims Regulation, which paves the way for the adoption of this important piece of legislation.
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Questions and Answers on Health and Nutrition Claims

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Nutrition claims and conditions applying to them

Under : Nutrition and physical activity

EU - US Conference on Diet Physical Activity and Health

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection, Tackling obesity and overweight _ a transatlantic perspective Closing speech to the EU - US Conference on Diet Physical Activity and Health - Brussels, 12 May 2006
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The EU and the US exchange Good Practices on Diet, Physical Activity and Health

What can the EU and the US learn from each other on tackling obesity? Can industry self-regulation work? These and other topics will be discussed today and tomorrow at an EU-US conference in Brussels hosted by the Commission and addressing diet, physical activity and health.
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Reliable health information at the click of a mouse: European Commission launches new Health Portal

In 2005 at least one third of the European adult population, 130 million EU citizens, browsed the web in search of information on health. However, searching for health-related information is not always easy. Researchers can be confronted with thousands of sites, many of them complex, and it can be hard to know which are reliable or up to date. To help European citizens answer their health questions, the Commission has today launched the Health-EU Portal.
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Avian Influenza: Standing Committee backs a series of measures

The Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health has backed several Commission proposals to prolong certain measures aimed at preventing and controlling the spread of avian influenza in the EU until the end of the year. A Decision to give France more time to complete their vaccination programme and a Decision relating to a vaccination programme of avian species in zoos in Austria were also endorsed by the Committee.
Under : Communicable diseases

Commission publishes new EU Guidelines on Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis

In an effort to improve survival rates from breast cancer across Europe, the Commission has published today the fourth European Guidelines for Quality Assurance of Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnosis.
Under : Major and chronic diseases : Screening and genetics

Avian influenza H5 suspected in a dead wild swan in United Kingdom: UK authorities applying precautionary measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Avian Influenza: several preventive and control measures agreed by Standing Committee

Under : Communicable diseases

Highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza confirmed on poultry farm in Germany: German authorities applying EU control measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Tobacco advertising: European Commission takes action against four non-compliant Member States

The European Commission today demonstrated that it is maintaining its strong line on tobacco advertising, by sending letters of formal notice to Czech Republic, Italy, Hungary and Spain for non-compliance with the Tobacco Advertising Directive 2003/33/EC.

Pandemic Influenza: Commission publishes evaluators report on simulation exercise

The European Commission today published the final evaluation report on the Common Ground exercise on an influenza pandemic.
Under : Communicable diseases : Preparedness and response

HELP - For a life without tobacco: Commissioners breath tested for carbon monoxide

European Health and Consumer Protection Commissioner Markos Kyprianou and several other Commissioners today had their breath tested for carbon monoxide (CO), a toxic gas produced by tobacco smoke, to launch the next phase of the EU anti-smoking campaign HELP - For a life without tobacco.
Under : Tobacco

Questions and Answers on the HELP - For a life without tobacco Carbon Monoxide Campaign

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Avian influenza H5 suspected in a dead wild swan in Czech Republic: Czech authorities applying precautionary measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Avian Influenza: Measures for Sweden, France and Israel agreed

Under : Communicable diseases

Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5 confirmed in a game farm in Sweden: Swedish authorities applying Community control measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Avian Influenza: Import restrictions on Israeli poultry and poultry products following confirmed outbreaks of H5N1

Under : Communicable diseases

EU acts to combat resistance to antibiotics

A new scientific network is launched today, supported by the EU_s Research Framework Programme, to tackle the increasing problem of resistance to antibiotics when dealing with lower respiratory tract infections, such as bronchitis or pneumonia.
Under : Antimicrobial resistance

Avian influenza confirmed in a wild bird in Denmark: Danish authorities applying precautionary measures

The Danish authorities have informed the European Commission this morning of a confirmed case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5 in Denmark in a common buzzard (Buteo buteo) found dead during the weekend in an area called Svinø Strand in southern Zealand.
Under : Communicable diseases

World Consumer Day 2006: from consumer protection to consumer empowerment

On the occasion of the World Consumer Day on Wednesday, March 15t, European Health and Consumer Protection Commission Markos Kyprianou stressed the key role played by the Commission in ensuring that the rights of consumers are respected across the EU: _There are now 450 million consumers in Europe.
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Avian influenza confirmed in two dead swans in Poland: Polish authorities applying precautionary measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Safety of consumer products: Commission presents _Rapid Alert System_ Report for 2005

The number of dangerous products identified in the EU has risen sharply over the last year, according to the Report on the _Rapid Alert System_ (RAPEX) for non-food consumer products published today by the Commission.
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Questions and Answers: Vaccinating poultry and other birds against Avian Influenza

Under : Communicable diseases

European Platform for Action on Diet, Physical Activity and Health

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection. The European Platform for Action on Diet, Physical Activity and Health- One year on Address to the Members of the European Platform for Action on Diet, Physical Activity and Health Brussels, 21 February 2006
Under : Nutrition and physical activity

Avian Influenza: France and Netherlands present vaccination plans for poultry

Under : Communicable diseases

Avian influenza confirmed in two wild birds in Slovakia: Slovak authorities applying precautionary measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Avian influenza confirmed in wild duck in France: French authorities applying precautionary measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Avian Influenza: Measures to be taken in the event of a highly pathogenic outbreak in a Member State

Two Commission Decisions on measures to be taken by Member States in the case of an outbreak of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza in wild birds and in commercial poultry on their territory have received favourable opinions by the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health (SCFCAH) today.
Under : Communicable diseases

Avian influenza confirmed in swans in Hungary: authorities applying precautionary measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Questions and Answers: Measures in event of avian influenza in poultry in the EU

Under : Communicable diseases

Avian influenza: Standing Committee gives favourable opinion to two Commission measures

European Commission draft Decisions on avian influenza to approve co-funding for national surveillance plans and to ban imports of untreated feathers from third countries received favourable opinions from Member States in the Standing Committee on the Food Chain and Animal Health (SCFCAH) today.
Under : Communicable diseases

Avian influenza H5N1 in swans in Germany: authorities applying precautionary measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Avian influenza H5 confirmed in swans in Austria: authorities applying precautionary measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Avian influenza confirmed in wild swans in Italy: Italian authorities applying precautionary measures

Under : Communicable diseases

Avian Influenza: Highly pathogenic H5N1 virus confirmed in Bulgaria

Under : Communicable diseases

Avian Influenza: Highly pathogenic H5N1 virus confirmed in Greece

The European Commission has been informed that test results from the EU Reference Laboratory for Avian Influenza in Weybridge confirm that the outbreak of avian influenza in wild swans in Greece was caused by the highly pathogenic H5N1 virus.
Under : Communicable diseases

Avian influenza H5 confirmed in a swan in Slovenia: Slovenian authorities implement the same measures as in Greece and Italy

The Slovenian authorities today informed the European Commission of a confirmed case of avian influenza virus H5 in swan. The Slovenian Laboratory for Avian influenza has made the first analysis, and samples have been sent to the EU Reference Laboratory for Avian Influenza in Weybridge (United Kingdom) for further tests.
Under : Communicable diseases

Questions and Answers on Human Tissues and Cells

Under : Blood, tissues and organs

Commission launches health information project

Today in Brussels European Health and Consumer Protection Commissioner Markos Kyprianou launched the European Health Information Platform or Health in Europe project.
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Tobacco advertising: European Commission takes action against two non-compliant EU Member States

Today the European Commission sent reasoned opinions to Germany and Luxembourg for failing to transpose into national law Directive 2003/33/EC of 26 May 2003 on advertising and sponsorship of tobacco products. These countries already received a letter of formal notice in October 2005.
Under : Tobacco

Commissioner Kyprianou visits Turkey to support efforts in tackling avian influenza

Markos Kyprianou, European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Protection, will visit Turkey from 25-27 January, to reinforce EU solidarity with Turkey in its fight against avian influenza.
Under : Communicable diseases

Avian influenza: expectations surpassed as international community pledges USD 1.9 bn in Beijing

The international community has pledged a total amount of $1.9 billion dollars to fight avian influenza and prepare for a possible human influenza pandemic, EU Health and Consumer Protection Commissioner Markos Kyprianou announced today in his concluding speech at the International Ministerial Pledging Conference on Avian and Human Pandemic Influenza in Beijing, China.
Under : Communicable diseases

International Pledging Conference on avian and Human Pandemic Influenza

Markos Kyprianou - European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Safety. Remarks at the Concluding Press Conference - International Pledging Conference on avian and Human Pandemic Influenza Beijing, 18 January 2006
Under : Communicable diseases

Comissioner Kyprianou signs product safety memorandum with China

EU Health and Consumer Protection Commissioner Markos Kyprianou signed in Beijing today a memorandum of understanding to promote cooperation with the Chinese authorities aiming to reduce the numbers of dangerous and defective consumer products exported to Europe.
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Commissioner Kyprianou visits China to discuss avian flu, influenza preparedness and product safety

On 16-21 January 2006 European Health and Consumer Protection Commissioner Markos Kyprianou will visit the Peoples Republic of China and Hong Kong. He will in particular represent the European Commission at the International Pledging Conference on Avian and Human Influenza in Beijing on January 18th.
Under : Communicable diseases : Preparedness and response

Commission pledges 80 million to fight bird flu in third countries

At the International Pledging Conference on Avian and Human Pandemic Influenza in Beijing on 17-18 January, the European Commission will pledge its external response to the threat of avian flu, including a grant of up to 80 million to combat the spread of the virus in developing countries, particularly in Asia.
Under : Communicable diseases

Visit of Commissioner KYPRIANOU to P.R. China (15-20 January 2005) - Programme

Under : Communicable diseases

Questions and answers on risk assessment of nanotechnology products

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Under : Scientific Committees : Nanotechnology

Nanotechnology: Commission lauches a consultation on how best to assess the risks

E-News
Under : Scientific Committees

Commission appoints members to three non-food scientific advisory committees

IP/04/995 Brussels 26/07/2004 Commission appoints members to three non-food scientific advisory committees, The European Commission has appointed members of three new scientific advisory committees...
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