EU PERSPECTIVES - As it takes over the EU Council presidency, Denmark aims to shape a pivotal moment in European public health. In a presentation to the Parliament, Danish health minister Sophie Løhde laid out her Presidency's core priorities, structured around three pillars: preparedness, a robust life science strategy, and swift adoption of...

EURACTIV - As pharmaceutical spending accelerates beyond the limits of Belgium's healthcare budget, the government is laying the groundwork for a structural shift in how drug costs are managed and who carries the burden. Read more

EURACTIV - The EU is putting personal protective equipment (PPE) at the heart of its health security strategy. With the launch of its first-ever Stockpiling Strategy and Medical Countermeasures Strategy, the European Commission aims to ensure swift access to PPE and other essential tools to protect workers and citizens in future crises. Read more

EU PERSPECTIVES - Only five per cent of rare diseases in Europe have an approved treatment. EU lawmakers face—and exert—growing pressure to fix deep gaps in access, incentives, and innovation with a European action plan. Read more

EU PERSPECTIVES - In a landmark move to bolster the European Union's resilience to future crises, Commissioner Hadja Lahbib on Wednesday unveiled two new strategies aimed at strengthening the bloc's preparedness: a first-ever EU-wide Stockpiling Strategy and a comprehensive Medical Countermeasures Strategy. Speaking at a press conference,...

EURACTIV - Chiesi Global Rare Diseases has recognised three leading scientists through its 'Find For Rare' research grant programme, at a ceremony in Parma. They were honoured for their work supporting early-stage innovation in lysosomal diseases, a field where scientific promise often outpaces available funding. Read more

EURACTIV - Animal health is intrinsically linked to human health, but it seldom gets the policy priority many experts say it deserves. Euractiv spoke with Professor Jonathan Rushton, an agricultural economist at the University of Edinburgh, on the sidelines of "Preventing Disease X: The Value of Investing in Animal Health," an event hosted...

EURACTIV - The next pandemic will likely emerge where humans, animals, and ecosystems intersect, yet veterinary systems remain Europe's blind spot. Read more

EURACTIV - Belgian MEP Liesbet Sommen (EPP, CD&V) is urging swift progress on the EU pharmaceutical reform as trilogue negotiations between the Parliament, Council and Commission begin. Read more

EU PERSPECTIVES - On 2 July, the European Commission unveiled its Life Sciences Strategy. The three-phase plan aims to make Europe the world's most attractive destination for life sciences innovation by 2030. Read more