An online collaboration space where professionals working in the prevention of infectious diseases come together, driven by the shared goal of integrating social and behavioural sciences in their public health work.

ECDC has launched an online platform, RespiCompass, which uses mathematical modelling to simulate respiratory disease dynamics under different scenarios.

Based on the current risk assessment, WHO advises against any travel or trade restrictions related to current trends in acute respiratory infections.

Respiratory infections can increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases among all people. Studies show that for CVD patients diagnosed with flu, the risk of experiencing a heart attack increases 6-fold.

In conclusions recently approved, the Council puts forward a series of measures aimed at improving cardiovascular health in the EU, focusing specifically on prevention, early detection, treatment and rehabilitation.

ECDC’s annual conference took place from 20-22 November in Stockholm, bringing together hundreds of public health professionals—from epidemiologists to veterinarians, microbiologists, clinicians, and more.

Developed by the OECD in cooperation with the European Commission, this report series assesses the EU's progress toward effective, accessible, and resilient health systems.

Held annually in October, this campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of vaccination for people’s health and well-being and to increase the uptake of seasonal influenza vaccination of people with underlying risk factors.

ESWI participated in the EU Flu Day at the European Parliament, an annual campaign organised by the Steering Group on Influenza Vaccination highlighting the importance of vaccines against influenza, COVID-19 and RSV.

Hosted by the Parliament of the Czech Republic in Prague and ESWI Board Member Roman Prymula, the event brought together key stakeholders in the Czech Republic to discuss and address the critical issues surrounding vaccine uptake.

The Australian Government is investing an additional $95 million to further prepare and protect the nation against a strain of avian influenza that carries significant risks for our agricultural industries, our unique wildlife and the national economy.

The Steering Group strongly supports promotion of immunisation and prevention, whilst recognising the need for additional measures to address existing gaps and further enhance the effectiveness of these initiatives