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A tribute to John Ryan, a champion of better health for all

It is with a heavy heart that we write this first article for our newsletter. We, the team at the JRC, give tribute to our beloved colleague, ally, and friend, former DG SANTE Deputy Director General, John Ryan who recently passed away.

date:  21/02/2024

John was not just a colleague, but a mentor, a guide, and an unwavering source of inspiration to many of us. His dedication to his work, his unyielding enthusiasm, and his pursuit of better health for all of us made him a standout individual, a gem that we were privileged to have known and worked with.

To John's family, we extend our deepest heartfelt condolences. We share your pain in these trying times and hope you find the strength to endure this loss. Please know that you are not alone for we mourn with you. His memory will live on in our hearts and through the legacy of his work. Our Europe is a healthier one thanks to his work.

In the end, we can only say, until we meet again. Rest in peace, our dear colleague. You will forever be missed.

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