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Health
BE PIONEERING: The benefits of unlocking the value of diagnostic innovation in Alzheimer’s
Est. 8minThere is an urgent need to improve access to new innovations in the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Embracing breakthroughs such as blood-based biomarker testing, has the potential to transform timely, accurate diagnosis for the benefit of patients and healthcare systems.
Towards an EU Migraine Action Plan: Addressing the Significant Impact on European Citizens and the Economy
Est. 5minMigraine policy community launch EU Migraine Action Plan in a bid to address the huge individual and economic burden of migraine, an extremely common neurological disorder impacting 41 million adults.
Prioritising healthy eating to prevent cardiovascular diseases
Est. 5minWith cardiovascular diseases the leading cause of death globally, prioritising management of the condition and preventative measures is critical to enhancing quality of life. On World Heart Day we highlight small lifestyle and dietary changes to better manage heart health.
European youth deserves better contraception
Est. 6minDespite the progress we've made in advancing reproductive rights across Europe, young people and women continue to face inequalities in accessing sexual and reproductive services. With many pregnancies in Europe still unintended, this issue needs urgent attention, she warns.
Toward a consensus on fighting flu: prioritising childhood vaccination
Est. 5minSeasonal influenza has a significant global impact on the health of our communities and our economies. Here, Professor Peter Openshaw, outlines why prioritising childhood vaccination programmes can help mitigate this burden.
Tackling gaps in psoriasis care: An imperative for the EU
Est. 6minAccess to adequate care for psoriasis is inconsistent across Europe and the condition remains misunderstood and undertreated. Only through political will and a shared commitment can we close gaps in psoriasis care.
Embracing a pro-innovation approach can help close the EU health gap
Est. 4minProposed European pharmaceutical reforms aim to tackle, amongst others, healthcare access inequalities amongst Member States. However, some of the proposed changes may limit innovation and negatively impact patient access to medicines, highlighting the need for a balanced, pro-innovation approach.
Type 1 Diabetes can be fast, but we can be faster! A call to boost early detection
Est. 6minThe European Diabetes Forum (EUDF), the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) Europe, the Spanish Diabetes Federation (FEDE), the Parliamentarians for Diabetes Global Network (PDGN) and Sanofi co-organised the Early Detection Policy Forum to accelerate policy development for the early detection of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
A Roadmap to Resilience: Building a Healthier Europe Through Investment in Mental Health
Est. 6minThe impact of mental health conditions on European societies and healthcare systems cannot be understated. Despite growing awareness within policy circles, funding remains scarce and significantly below what is required.
Hidden Heroes: How microorganisms are shaping Europe’s future
Est. 6minMicroorganisms are crucial to Europe’s bioeconomy, driving innovation across industries. However, outdated EU regulations hinder their potential. A modernized framework is essential to fully harness these tiny powerhouses for a sustainable future.
Leaked Commissioner portfolios are disappointing
Est. 5minA leak suggests that the portfolios Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is about to announce are tailored more to individual countries' interests rather than addressing the broader European agenda, writes Cristina Vanberghen.
Picking up a Commissioner: Von der Leyen’s act of responsibility
Est. 4minBulgaria has answered Commission President’s request and submitted two candidacies for EU Commissioner. Von der Leyen’s decision should be based on the candidate’s integrity, and not according to political favoritism, writes Yordan Terziyski.
Mpox in Europe: Breaking the cycle of neglect and panic
Est. 6minThe current global mpox public health emergency of international concern, or PHEIC, is yet another reminder that neglecting a public health emergency in one part of the world can, and does, have consequences for everyone.
European Health Data Space: ‘A path to effective and harmonious pan-European implementation’
Est. 5minWith negotiations around the European Health Data Space (EHDS) concluded Europe's healthcare sector is shifting focus from the ‘why’ to the ‘how’.
Unlocking Access: Implementing Innovative Policies to Remove Barriers to Fertility Treatment
Est. 4minSocio-economic inequalities and traditional burdens remain, as opportunities expand for women, in almost all countries, they are waiting longer to have children. The Global Burden of Disease Study 2021 found that women in high income countries are having fewer children than previous generations.
Europe-China cooperation in personalised medicine: paving the way for a scientific common path
Est. 4minWithin the Sino-Eu PerMed Project three delegation visits were organised to foster and increase cooperation between China and Europe. As a result of these visits a policy brief on ethical legal and societal aspects in personalised medicine has been published.
With national health systems under unprecedented stress, a European Health Union is badly needed
Est. 5minAhead of Friday's (21 June) Health Council, Frank Vandenbroucke writes that Europe needs a ‘true’ European Health Union to guarantee the survival of national health systems.
The Brief – The dinner of frustration
Est. 6minIn psychology, frustration is an emotion arising from perceived obstacles to fulfilling one’s will or goal. In EU politics, frustration is today’s special.
Future of health: Time for Europe to connect the dots
Est. 6minInnovation can deliver patient-centric, digitally advanced, resilient and sustainable healthcare ‒ a new video series shows what’s possible if the EU seizes this opportunity for transformation.
Beating cancer in Europe: A health priority within our grasp
Est. 8minGreg Rossi discusses the imperative to address cancer in Europe with early detection, precision medicine and equitable access. Stressing the need for urgent action to make cancer a manageable condition, highlighting disparities and the importance of innovation.
Realising the potential of HTA Reform
Est. 6minThe HTA Regulation was intended to streamline how the value of medicines is assessed, but by overburdening the process, it risks making patients wait for new therapies. Now is the time to come together to ensure we can realise the potential of the EU HTA reform for patients.
Bitter necessity: Health Union and a healthy Union
Est. 4minLike many Europeans, the Dutch feel no love for the European Union. This is a painful but understandable conclusion from a recent study by Ipsos. The EU needs to go to the doctor quickly and get a beating heart full of love because Brussels still seems cold and chilly to the European voter, writes Toine Manders.
Joining Forces to Eliminate Inequalities in Organ Transplantation across Europe
Est. 8minEach day, 21 people die while awaiting a transplant in Europe. With the European Parliament Elections approaching, the European Society for Organ Transplantation presents an actionable roadmap for fair and sustainable transformations in the field over the next five years.
Supporting access to critical medicines: Viatris’ commitment in Europe
Est. 6minEurope’s Critical Medicines Alliance launches today. This is an occasion to reflect on the policy measures that can further enhance access to critical medicines across the EU.