Azerbaijan and the Republic of Moldova report first cases of pandemic (H1N1) 2009

Since the update of 24 July, Azerbaijan and the Republic of Moldova have reported their first laboratory-confirmed cases of pandemic (H1N1) 2009 virus infection. more »

European Health Insurance Card

The holiday season has arrived. Your suitcases are packed, your neighbours are watering the plants and feeding the cat and your tickets are ready. more »

Tanning machines as risky as smoking

Topping up your tan on a sunbed is being compared to the cancer risks associated with smoking. more »

Alzheimer’s on the rise in Europe

Twenty countries are teaming up to study Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, in the first test of a new approach to research in Europe. more »

Commission steps up action on Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative conditions

The European Commission adopted concrete proposals to tackle Alzheimer’s disease, dementias and other neurodegenerative conditions. more »

Pandemic (H1N1) 2009: new reporting requirements

The increasing number of cases in many countries, with sustained community transmission, made confirming them through laboratory testing extremely difficult and resource intensive. more »

Gourmet police

The EU’s food safety alert system picks up dangerous food products before they land on your plate. more »

WHO publishes first indoor air quality guidelines on dampness and mould

WHO publishes its first guidelines on indoor air quality, addressing dampness and mould. more »

Double heart girl's amazing recovery

Hannah Clark is a reluctant star - she's facing the media because she's a medical miracle. more »

Going tobacco-free

EU countries urged to pass tougher anti-smoking laws. more »