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ECDC_Abstract:

On Tuesday August 10, 2010, following advice from the International Health Regulation Emergency Committee the WHO Director General declared that the Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 has entered the post pandemic phase.

This advice was based on a review of the current epidemiological situation indicating that influenza activity worldwide has returned to levels that are normally seen for seasonal influenza.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/08/2010 17:00

ECDC_Abstract: A summary of the 2010 progress report on Implementing the Dublin Declaration on Partnership to Fight HIV/AIDS in Europe and Central Asia was released by ECDC at the occasion of the World Aids Conference on 20 July 2010.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/07/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC Director, Dr Marc Sprenger, contributed to the informal session of EU Ministers of Health on how Europe can be better prepared for health security crises. (Picture shows ECDC Director Dr Marc Sprenger participating at the EPSCO Council meeting in Brussels)

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 07/07/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Registration is now open for ESCAIDE (European Scientific Conference on Applied Infectious Disease Epidemiology). This year’s key conference on infectious diseases will bring together professionals from across the globe to present and discuss important developments in infectious disease epidemiology. It will take place on 11-13 November 2010 in Lisbon, Portugal.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 27/06/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

European Commissioner for Health and Consumer Policy John Dalli visited ECDC on 22 June 2010. The programme of the Commissioner’s visit included presentations of the ECDC’s added value and areas where ECDC is making a difference, as well as a tour of its Emergency Operations Centre. Photo: Commissioner Dalli (left) with ECDC Director Marc Sprenger.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/06/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The new communication toolkit on tick-borne diseases developed by ECDC aims to assist public health authorities in Member States in raising awareness on prevention and control of tick-borne diseases.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 14/06/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

During the Annual Meeting of the European Influenza Surveillance Network (EISN), participants concluded that based on “countries’ experiences, systems installed prior to a crisis are easier to activate and are more effective during the actual event.”

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 11/06/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: ESCAIDE, this year’s key conference on infectious diseases, will bring together professionals from across the globe to present and discuss important developments in infectious disease epidemiology. It will take place in Lisbon, Portugal 11-13 November 2010.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/06/2010 00:00

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 09/06/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

Although typically a mild and self-limiting disease, Q fever can cause severe complications. A panel of experts reviewed the best available evidence in order to address issues related to chronic Q fever, transmission through blood transfusion, and risks during pregnancy.

This risk assessment was carried out at the request of the European Commission, and in collaboration with the European Food Safety Authority.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 07/06/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Microbiology reference laboratories, as a part of public health systems, play a central role in detection, monitoring, outbreak response, and providing scientific evidence to prevent and control infectious diseases.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 06/06/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 6 June 2010, ECDC Director, Dr. Marc Sprenger, spoke about new research challenges in the area of infectious diseases at the Shanghai Expo seminar on Research for Healthy Life. According to Marc Sprenger, the research agenda on infectious diseases needs to be wider than just biomedical research.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 05/06/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: 19 May 2010 marks the third World Hepatitis day, a patient-led initiative, under the umbrella of the World Hepatitis Alliance (WHA) which represents 200 patients groups and organisations. The aim of the initiative is to raise awareness of issues around hepatitis B and C, as well as advocating for political support in fighting these diseases.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 19/05/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

Dr Marc Sprenger has been appointed to lead the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Dr Sprenger was Director-General of the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) in the Netherlands. He took up his post as Director of the Stockholm based EU agency on 1 May for a period of 5 years.
Figure: Marc Sprenger (left) and Karl Ekdahl (right)

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 30/04/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: To tie in with the European Immunization Week, Eurosurveillance the independent scientific journal published by the ECDC, has released a special issue on measles. The issue presents three articles describing recent measles outbreaks and resulting public health measures in Poland, and a paper from the United Kingdom analysing the benefits of offering an MMR catch-up dose as part of routine school leaver's immunisations.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 29/04/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

In the context of European Immunisation Week (24 April – 1 May) ECDC highlights the importance of vaccines as a powerful tool to protect our health. The “Spotlight Immunisation” guides readers through the achievements of vaccination programmes in Europe.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 26/04/2010 09:00

ECDC_Abstract: A new report, published ahead of World TB Day by ECDC and the World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe, shows that tuberculosis is still a matter of concern in Europe.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/04/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

ECDC has launched a new programme to train public health microbiologists known as EUPHEM. Applicants are invited to apply for a fellow position for EUPHEM Cohort 3. The deadline is on 25 April 2010.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 14/04/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: In June 2010, the FIFA World Cup will start in South Africa and be hosted in eight of the nine provinces of the country. Mass gathering events of this scale are significant as the opportunity for disease spread and infection is heightened as people travel from all parts of the globe.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 14/04/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Today, the European Commission published two reports which demonstrate the need for further progress in the European Union on the issue of anti microbial resistance.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 09/04/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

ECDC, jointly with WHO Regional Office for Europe and the European Commission, has published a set of pandemic preparedness indicators.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 28/03/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

Applications are invited for the European Network for sexually transmitted infection (STI) Surveillance microbiology training course on bacterial STI laboratory methods. The one week course will be delivered on 7 – 11 June 2010 by the Health Protection Agency (HPA) in London, United Kingdom. Deadline for registration: 20 April 2010.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 27/03/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 1 April 2010, ECDC launched the European Legionnaires’ Disease Surveillance Network (ELDSNet) as a continuation of the former EWGLINET.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 27/03/2010 00:00

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 27/03/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

ECDC has published a ‘Forward Look Risk Assessment’ for the influenza A(H1N1) pandemic and future influenza season. After assessing the current evidence, it seems likely that although no further pandemic waves are anticipated in Europe, the A(H1N1) virus will continue to circulate and become the dominant virus in the coming winter season 2010/11.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 25/03/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC is hosting the sixth meeting of the National Microbiology Focal Points on 24-25 March in Stockholm, Sweden. The forum, to be attended by designated ECDC representatives for microbiology issues in Member States, will review joint technical work, discuss strategic issues and work planning.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 25/03/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: In the run up of world tuberculosis day on 24 March 2010, the Koch-Metschnikow-Forum holds a scientific symposium on tuberculosis (TB) in Berlin on 22 and 23 March. The symposium entitled On the move against tuberculosis: Exchange of expertise in fighting multidrug resistance and HIV-TB coinfection, commemorates the 100th anniversary of Robert Koch’s death.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/03/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 10–12 March, ECDC will participate in the Fifth Ministerial Conference on Environment and Health on 'Protecting children’s health in a changing environment' in Parma, Italy.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/03/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 9-10 March 2010, ECDC is organising a technical meeting on “Developing Health Communication Research: A focus on Communicable Diseases – Challenges and Opportunities”. This expert consultation brings together researchers on health communication from EU countries and North America.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 07/03/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 1–2 March 2010, ECDC is organising a workshop on migration and HIV.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 01/03/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Update: deadline extended until 4 March 2010. The course, which is taking place 19-23 April 2010 in London, UK, will cover various aspects of vaccination. The course is targeted at epidemiologists/public health experts from EU Member States, EU candidate countries and EEA/EFTA countries, involved in surveillance and/or outbreak investigation of vaccine preventable diseases and related issues. Deadline for registration: 4 March 2010 at 23:00 CET.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 23/02/2010 01:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC hosts the first meeting of the Stop TB Partnership subgroup on Introducing New Approaches and Tools (INAT) for Tuberculosis on 23 and 24 February 2010. Recognising the urgent need for new tools to control tuberculosis (TB) both in the European Union and globally, ECDC is an active member of the INAT-subgroup.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 21/02/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The heads of European Union Agencies met today with European Commission President José Manuel Barroso.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/02/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: VBORNET invites experts to contribute to the development of databases and maps on vector distribution and surveillance in Europe. Those willing to collaborate are invited to download the customised vector-distribution questionnaire from the VBORNET mirror-page on the EDEN-DMT website.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 31/01/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 28 January 2010 the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) launched their annual report on zoonoses and food-borne outbreaks for 2008.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 28/01/2010 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The European Programme for Intervention Epidemiology Training (EPIET) provides training and practical experience in intervention epidemiology at the national centres for surveillance and control of communicable diseases in the European Union (EU). In 2010 ECDC will have funding for up to 18 EPIET fellows.
Applicants are invited to apply for a fellow position in the EPIET cohort 16.
Deadline for applications is February 07, 2010 CET 24:00.
Apply for a fellow position

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 28/01/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: 28 January 2010 was the last working day for Zsuzsanna Jakab as Director of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), the Stockholm based EU agency she has led since it started up in 2005.  On 1 February Zsuzsanna Jakab started work in Copenhagen as the new Regional Director for Europe of the World Health Organization (WHO). 

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 27/01/2010 16:00

ECDC_Abstract: The Heads of the EU agencies will meet on 17 February with European Commission President José Manuel Barroso to discuss ways to strengthen their partnership with the European Commission, the European Parliament and the Council and to share their views on the EU’s future approach to the governance of the Agencies.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 27/01/2010 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Margot Wallström, Vice President of the European Commission took time out of her schedule to visit ECDC on Monday, 25 January.  She was briefed on the Centre's work by Director Zsuzsanna Jakab, Chief Scientist Johan Giesecke and Karl Ekdahl, Head of the Health Communication Unit.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 26/01/2010 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC hosted the launch of the European Reference Laboratory Network for Tuberculosis (ERLN-TB) on 25 January 2010 at its first annual meeting in Stockholm, Sweden. Reference laboratories representatives from EU/EEA Member States and candidate countries will engage in an unprecedented initiative in the field of tuberculosis control in the EU.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 25/01/2010 12:00

ECDC_Abstract:

Following the kick-off meeting in September 2009, VBORNET started its activities. VBORNET is a network of medical entomologists and public health experts, funded by ECDC. Its aim is to support ECDC activities in terms of arthropod vector surveillance within the European Union and consequently to improve preparedness towards vector-borne diseases.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 16/12/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

Eurovaccine 2009, the first European conference on vaccination and immunisation organised and fully funded by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) was held in Stockholm, Sweden, on 11 December 2009.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 14/12/2009 15:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 1 December ECDC, together with the Swedish Presidency, organised a scientific seminar at the European Parliament to mark World AIDS Day. The event was co-hosted by Mr Jo Leinen MEP, Chair of the ENVI Committee, and Ms Marina Yannakoudakis MEP. The seminar aimed at briefing policy makers on the HIV/AIDS situation in Europe with a special focus on men who have sex with men, one of the main risk groups for HIV in the European Union.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 03/12/2009 17:00

ECDC_Abstract:

At the EPSCO Council in Brussels on 1 December ECDC Director Zsuzsanna Jakab gave EU health ministers an update on the state of the (H1N1) influenza pandemic in the European Union. 

 See her presentation

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 02/12/2009 17:00

ECDC_Abstract:

The course will be delivered from 15th February to 5th March 2010 in France and will cover the following topics: surveillance, outbreak investigation, survey, analytical epidemiology  and communication.

The target audience for the course are persons involved in field epidemiology activities at national or regional level in the European Union, EU candidate countries and the EEA/EFTA countries. The deadline for registration is December 6, 2009 at 23:00 CET.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 02/12/2009 08:00

ECDC_Abstract:

Nearly 26 000 HIV cases were diagnosed in 2008 and reported by 27 of 30 countries in the European Union and EEA/EFTA countries, a rate of 61 per million population. The rate has increased by 37% since 2000. In EU/EFTA, the predominant mode of transmission is sex among men who have sex with men (40%) followed by heterosexual contact (29%). Injecting drug use accounts for 6% of HIV cases in 2008.

Read the report
World AIDS Day special page
Watch the video

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 01/12/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On Friday 27 November, ahead of World AIDS Day on 1st December, ECDC and the National Board of Health and Welfare in Sweden organises a seminar on HIV/AIDS with a focus on stigma and discrimination.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 25/11/2009 09:00

ECDC_Abstract: Mass gatherings can present significant challenges for public health and health care services. Particular difficulties and anxieties may arise during a pandemic. The coming annual Hajj to Saudi Arabia is a case in point and recent WHO publications explain the issues and describe the travel requirements of the Saudi Authorities.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/11/2009 08:00

ECDC_Abstract: Eurovaccine 2009, the first European conference on vaccination and immunisation organised and fully funded by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) will be held in Stockholm, Sweden, on 11 December 2009. Register online now.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/11/2009 11:55

ECDC_Abstract:

European Antibiotic Awareness Day emphasises the need for people to take antibiotics only with a doctor’s prescription and as prescribed in order to maximise their effects and prevent the emergence of resistant bacteria. In 2009, European Antibiotics Awareness Day focuses on the role of primary care prescribers in promoting appropriate use of antibiotics in outpatients, with particular attention on respiratory tract infections such as common colds and flu.

See the multimedia news release
Read Zsuzsanna Jakab’s  (ECDC Director) presentation
Read Prof. Otto Cars’ (STRAMA) presentation

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/11/2009 10:00

ECDC_Abstract: A team of ECDC experts has concluded that  the threat to health posed by the A(H1N1) pandemic influenza virus in Bulgaria is not substantially different to that in other EU Member States.   The clinical pattern of disease appears to be similar to that in other EU countries, with most affected people only experiencing mild illness.  However, a number of people have been very seriously ill.  While there is no reason for undue alarm, the virus should not be under estimated.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/11/2009 09:00

ECDC_Abstract:

The European Antibiotic Awareness Day launch seminar will include a panel discussion with leading politicians and experts on antibiotic resistance and approaches to tackling it.

REGISTER NOW

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/11/2009 15:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC Director Zsuzsanna Jakab today delivered a keynote lecture at a national conference on pandemic preparedness opened by the Hungarian Minister for Health, Dr. Tamás Székely, in Budapest. 

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 12/11/2009 14:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC welcomes the establishment of an EU/US transatlantic taskforce on antibiotic resistance issues, focussed on appropriate use of antibiotics and strategies for improving the pipeline of new antibiotics.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 05/11/2009 11:00

ECDC_Abstract: Public health specialists meet in Stockholm from October 26th to 28th for the third annual ESCAIDE, the European Scientific Conference on Applied Infectious Disease Epidemiology. At the conference experts will discuss many issues including vaccine strategies, prioritization and the challenges for risk communication in the context of pandemic A(H1N1) 20009.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 26/10/2009 08:00

ECDC_Abstract: Dengue is present in sub-Saharan Africa but often unrecognised; however dengue infection is reported in travellers returning from Africa. In the recent years 2007-2009, dengue has been documented in several countries in West Africa, and particularly DEN3 virus.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 26/10/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

The third annual report on the epidemiology of 47 communicable diseases and two health issues across the European Union and European Economic Area has been published.

The result of a collective effort by 30 countries, it presents a comprehensive overview of the data from 2007 in standard tables and graphs, together with an analysis of the health threats monitored by ECDC during 2008.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 21/10/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 12-14 October senior public health officials from across Europe met in Uppsala, Sweden for ECDC’s conference Strengthening Europe's Defences against Communicable Diseases  The meeting generated much useful debate and feedback on how to work together even more effectively.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 15/10/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 12-14 October senior health officials from across Europe gather in Uppsala, Sweden to discuss how to further strengthen Europe’s defences against infectious diseases. They will look at the EU-wide response to the pandemic H1N1 2009 and the implications of climate change for infectious diseases.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 12/10/2009 16:00

ECDC_Abstract: The meeting took place at ECDC on 1st and 2nd October 2009. The National Microbiology Focal Points are the designated ECDC competent representatives for Microbiology Issues in the Member States.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 30/09/2009 17:45

ECDC_Abstract: Zsuzsanna Jakab, ECDC Director, outlined the links between alcohol consumption and infectious diseases in a speech to a Swedish EU Presidency conference in Stockholm.  Alcohol consumption is an important risk factor for tuberculosis and also plays a role in the spread of sexually transmitted infections.  Mrs Jakab called for an integrated public health strategy to tackle all aspects of alcohol related harm.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 23/09/2009 13:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 31st August 2009, the U.S. Centre for Disease Control and Prevention and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control held a joint video conference to discuss the pandemic (H1N1) 2009.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 22/09/2009 17:00

ECDC_Abstract: Health-EU portal has launched a special edition of its newsletter on Pandemic H1N1. You can find a message by Androulla Vassiliou, the European Commissioner for Health and by Zsuzsanna Jakab, ECDC Director, the latest updates and the news from Member States.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 22/09/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: There is a need for more development of antibiotics that are effective against multidrug-resistant bacteria. That is the conclusion of a new report prepared jointly by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Medicines Agency (EMEA) with contributions from the international network Action on Antibiotic Resistance (ReAct).

The report is being discussed today at the Swedish Presidency conference “Innovative incentives for effective antimicrobials” in Stockholm.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/09/2009 09:00

ECDC_Abstract:

In the context of the current pandemic influenza (H1N1) 2009, disease surveillance based on reporting of the number of cases has become unsustainable in some of the most heavily affected countries as numbers rise exponentially.

In response, and together with the EU/EEA Member States and WHO, ECDC has developed plans for how Europe can maintain a minimum level of surveillance of the influenza (H1N1) 2009 during the expected autumn wave of the pandemic.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 11/09/2009 14:00

ECDC_Abstract:

An inventory of what has been done by EU and EFTA countries regarding behavioural surveillance related to HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STI) in eight subpopulations has been published by ECDC.

The report is based on a survey conducted in EU/EFTA countries and results show impressive experience and considerable diversity in Europe, with 16 countries reporting having an established HIV/STI behavioural surveillance system.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/09/2009 16:45

ECDC_Abstract: Zsuzsanna Jakab, Director of ECDC, had the honour of addressing the inaugural meeting of the newly elected European Parliament's Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 03/09/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 28 August, French authorities reported 5 cases of chikungunya fever on Réunion Island: three confirmed, one probable and one suspected under investigation. All three confirmed patients presented with an acute febrile syndrome, arthralgia, myalgia and cutaneaous rash. All live in the same area of Saint-Gilles-Les-Bains, on the western side of the island. The probable and suspected case both have stayed in the same or in a neighbouring area before the onset of their symptoms.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 02/09/2009 09:00

ECDC_Abstract: This issue focuses on ECDC’s response to pandemic (H1N1) 2009, ECDC’s 2009 Annual Epidemiological report and ECDC’s influenza programme.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 01/09/2009 09:00

ECDC_Abstract:

ECDC has released an updated risk assessment of the pandemic influenza A(H1N1) 2009. The document points out that the virus will continue to transmit in a heterogeneous manner but at a low level over the summer in European countries and that it is likely that a proper first wave of the pandemic will take place in the autumn and winter.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 28/08/2009 14:30

ECDC_Abstract: Wales is currently facing an outbreak of measles. As of 20 August, 20 out of 22 counties of Wales are affected and the National Public Health Service for Wales (NPHS) reported 379 cases in total since the beginning of the year (268 cases in Mid and West Wales, 61 in North Wales and 50 in South East Wales). All 379 cases required medical attention, 41 of whom were hospitalized.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 21/08/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: In 2009, the tourist state of Bahia, Brazil, has been severely affected by dengue fever. As of 8th August 2009, the local health authorities reported more than 100,000 cases of dengue fever, representing an increase of 199% compared to the same period in 2008.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/08/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

The newly redesigned portal of the European Centre for Infectious Disease Control (ECDC) is now online.

The portal aims to provide more information on ECDC's activities to a broader audience including general public, governmental expert agencies, decision makers and journalists.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/08/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The final report of the fourth meeting of ECDC’s Surveillance and Studies in a pandemic (SSiaP) working group, which took place on 14-15 July in Stockholm, presents the outcomes of the discussions on how to address the challenges of surveillance during a pandemic.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 13/08/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Since the start of the 2009 A(H1N1) pandemic, fellows of the European Programme for Intervention Epidemiology Training (EPIET) have been playing a pivotal role in field investigation of outbreaks and the setting up of enhanced surveillance systems.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 29/07/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC has published the first disease-specific reports in the Migrant health series. They focus on HIV/AIDS epidemiology, describing the burden of HIV infection in migrant populations, and access to prevention and care among migrant populations.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 21/07/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Since November 2008, transmission of dengue 4 virus has been reported in New Caledonia and several cases occurred on the Wallis and Futuna islands. The outbreak has also spread to neighbouring Pacific countries. In French Polynesia, the dengue 4 outbreak has recently been expanding to the different islands.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 16/07/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Here we present an update of the Chikungunya situation in Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore the 3 countries for which information is publicly available. Some popular touristic areas currently report Chikungunya transmission. Therefore it is recommended that persons who develop symptoms after coming back from such areas consult their general practitioner, mentioning their travels.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 15/07/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The ECDC is organizing a meeting of the Surveillance and Studies in a Pandemic Working Group at the ECDC offices on the 14-15 July 2009. This group of experts from all over the EU and EEA countries as well as experts from the US, Australia and Canada will be discussing the current plans and various activities to deal with the surveillance of pandemic A (H1N1) 2009 influenza and to try to agree on common protocols for the studies and reporting mechanisms that would need to be in place before the expected autumn wave of the pandemic.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 14/07/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: From January 1st to June 26th 2009, a total of 480,909 cases of dengue have been reported in the Americas, including 7,547 cases of severe dengue (dengue hemorrhagic fever, dengue shock syndrome, and complicated dengue) and 186 deaths.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 08/07/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC’s Director Zsuzsanna Jakab addressed health ministers at the Informal meeting of the EU Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council (EPSCO) in Jonkoping, Sweden on 6-7 July.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 07/07/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC is today hosting Dr Isaac Weisfuse, Deputy Commissioner of the Division of Disease Control of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 06/07/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On Monday 6 July ECDC Director Zsuzsanna Jakab will speak at a debate on “Is the EU ready for the influenza pandemic?” This will take place at a local cafe in Jönköping from 10:30 until 11:30 am. The event is part of the Coffee and Commission series of debates organized by the European Commission’s Representation in Sweden.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 03/07/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On the 2-3 July, ECDC’s Director, Zsuzsanna Jakab, will participate in an EU Presidency conference on Influenza Preparedness and Response – lessons learned and next steps. Mrs Jakab will give an update of the situation on influenza A(H1N1)v and discuss future scenarios.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 01/07/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The European Commission together with the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe hold a Tuberculosis meeting in Luxemburg on 30 June - 1 July 2009.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 30/06/2009 11:00

ECDC_Abstract: Speaking Note document: European Commission Meeting on Tuberculosis Location.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 30/06/2009 10:00

ECDC_Abstract: In the coming summer months it is estimated that 200,000 young people in Europe will become infected with Chlamydia and most of them won’t know that they are infected. Today ECDC issues Guidance on Chlamydia Control in Europe at the International Society for STD research in London.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 30/06/2009 10:00

ECDC_Abstract: In the coming summer months it is estimated that 200,000 young people in Europe will become infected with Chlamydia and most of them won’t know that they are infected.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 30/06/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The call for abstracts for the third ESCAIDE conference closes on July 3rd. The 2009 Applied Infectious Disease Epidemiology Conference is scheduled on October 26-28, 2009 in Stockholm, Sweden.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 26/06/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: This press briefing aims at providing an update on the influenza A(H1N1) pandemic as well as taking questions from journalists. Senior scientists from ECDC will attend this press briefing.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/06/2009 10:00

ECDC_Abstract: Speech to International Conference on Strengthening Cooperation in the European Union aganist Infectious Diseases, Warsaw, 24 June

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/06/2009 09:30

ECDC_Abstract:

ECDC has created a new series of publications: a yearly compilation of executive summaries from its most important documents. The new series is targeted at policymakers and will be translated into all official EU languages, plus Icelandic and Norwegian. The first edition, Summary of key publications 2008, is a compilation of summaries from nine selected ECDC documents published in 2008. Highlights include short versions of the Framework action plan to fight tuberculosis in the European Union, the Annual epidemiological report on communicable diseases in Europe 2008 and the HIV/AIDS surveillance in Europe – 2007.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/06/2009 15:00

ECDC_Abstract: What are the chances of contracting an infectious disease during a domestic or international flight? Will flying with a sick fellow passenger in an aisle seat three rows ahead invariably make one succumb to a massive infection? Do airborne diseases spread more quickly inside aircraft cabins, given the rather poor air quality inside the cabin with its limited air supply rate and low humidity?

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 16/06/2009 14:00

ECDC_Abstract: The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Medicines Agency (EMEA) have published today a joint Scientific Report on methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in livestock, pets and foods.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 16/06/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC agrees with the World Health Organization (WHO) that raising the pandemic alert level to phase 6 is an appropriate decision due to the evolution of the influenza A(H1N1)v situation. Phase 6, the highest pandemic alert level, is characterised by community level outbreaks in at least one other country in a different WHO Region in addition to the initial outbreaks in North America (Mexico and the United States).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 11/06/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: In recent years, countries in South-East Asia have been severely affected by outbreaks of Chikungunya fever. India was hit in 2006 after a quiescence of 32 years, following the re-emergence in Kenya in 2004 and the spread in the Indian Ocean islands in 2005. Indonesia, Maldives, and Sri Lanka have also been affected by Chikungunya. In 2008, India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia and Indonesia reported outbreaks.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/06/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC’s mandate is to protect the health of EU citizens. When a threat is detected, the Centre’s staff rapidly assesses its significance, organises and coordinates the collaboration between EU institutions, Member States and other partners such as the World Health Organisation (WHO).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 07/06/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The ECDC organised a meeting in Stockholm on the 3-4 June 2009 for influenza expert epidemiologists and virologists from all the EU and EEA countries to discuss the epidemiological and virological surveillance of seasonal influenza and of influenza A (H1N1) in the EU.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 05/06/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Influenza A(H1N1) is being reported from an increasing number of locations all over the world. New areas where this disease is confirmed are identified nearly every day. Therefore, precautionary measures for travellers become increasingly important.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/05/2009 14:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 18-19 May, ECDC is hosting the ECDC/EUPHA cooperative technical meeting which aims to develop a European health communication research agenda.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 18/05/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: In collaboration with ECDC, a team of entomologists evaluated data from dozens of European countries and developed a series of detailed maps that show the current (and assumed future) distribution of Aedes albopictus in Europe

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 13/05/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: During phases 5 and 6 of pandemic alert, national actions shift from preparedness to response at a global level. The goal of recommended actions during these phases is to reduce the impact of the pandemic on society.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 07/05/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Today, 5 May 2009, WHO is formally launching its global initiative SAVE LIVES: Clean Your Hands as part of its First Global Patient Safety Challenge: "Clean Care is Safer Care".

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 05/05/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: As of 5 May 2009, ECDC will be holding twice-weekly webcasts on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10h00 CEST about the latest situation and specific themes of current interest regarding the Influenza A(H1N1) outbreak Journalists across Europe can register to watch the webcast online through the link: ECDC webcast Influenza A(H1N1) - 5 May 2009, 10.00 (CEST).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 05/05/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Due to exceptional demand for information on the Influenza A (H1N1) virus, ECDC will be holding press briefings on working days at 4.00 pm CEST, at its headquarters in Stockholm. Exceptionally, this Friday 1 May, we will also hold a press briefing.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 01/05/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Due to exceptional demand for information on the Influenza A(H1N1) Virus, ECDC will be holding press briefings on working days at 4.00 pm CEST at its headquarters in Stockholm. Exceptionally, this Friday 1 May we will also hold a press briefing.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 30/04/2009 10:00

ECDC_Abstract: Due to exceptional demand for information on the novel influenza virus, ECDC will be holding press briefings on working days at 4.00 pm CET at its headquarters in Stockholm.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 29/04/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC agrees with WHO that raising the pandemic alert to level 5 is an appropriate response. This is because of sustained human-to-human transmission of the virus in Mexico and the US.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 29/04/2009 11:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC Director Zsuzsanna Jakab gave a briefing and answered questions on ECDC’s response to the threat. Prof. Angus Nicoll, Head of the influenza programme, talked about the implications of the world being at pandemic alert level 4.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 28/04/2009 18:00

ECDC_Abstract: Yesterday, 27 April, the WHO Director-General raised the influenza pandemic phase from 3 to 4. This decision was based primarily on epidemiological data demonstrating sustained human-to-human transmission and the ability of the virus to cause community-level outbreaks. Given the widespread presence of the virus, the WHO Director-General considered that global containment of the outbreak is no longer feasible. The current focus should be on mitigation measures.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 28/04/2009 10:00

ECDC_Abstract: Earlier today the Spanish Minister of Health has confirmed a case of Influenza A(H1N1) virus(human swine influenza A(H1N1)) in a traveller returning from Mexico.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 27/04/2009 15:00

ECDC_Abstract: See video statement from Androulla Vassiliou, European Commissioner for Health and subsequent press briefing.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 27/04/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: As of 27 April the media in three European countries (Spain, France, Scotland/UK) report a total of 12 persons under investigation for swine influenza virus infection. All of them have a history of travel to Mexico. The patients reported from Scotland are currently hospitalised.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 27/04/2009 10:00

ECDC_Abstract: In a communication following the meeting of the Emergency Committee under the International Health Regulations (IHR) yesterday, Margaret Chan, Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO) announced that the Swine flu outbreaks in Mexico and the United States are a public health event of international concern (PHEIC).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 26/04/2009 13:00

ECDC_Abstract: In its most recent communication on 25April, the United States CDC in Atlanta confirmed eight cases of an infection with a novel swine influenza A(H1N1) virus in two US states (California and Texas). These cases have presented with mild flu-like symptoms between the end of March and mid-April and all have fully recovered.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 25/04/2009 19:30

ECDC_Abstract: In its most recent communication on April 25, the United States CDC in Atlanta, confirmed eight cases of an infection with a novel swine influenza A(H1N1) virus in two US states (California and Texas).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/04/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: In the context of this special week, ECDC presents its work on vaccine-preventable diseases, highlighting the importance of vaccination in protecting Europe against infectious diseases.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 23/04/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: For the first time ever, ECDC intends to celebrate Earth Day. The Earth is under unprecedented strain and ECDC wishes to emphasize that a healthy Earth is the ultimate determinant of good public health.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 22/04/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 21–22 April a multidisciplinary expert consultation group will review current knowledge on West Nile Virus infection in the EU and identify what is needed to improve Europe’s preparedness for potential outbreaks.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 21/04/2009 15:00

ECDC_Abstract: Zsuzsanna Jakab today addressed an EU Conference hosted by the Czech EU Presidency on "The microbial threat to patient safety in Europe". She stressed that the way we use antibiotics is the most important single determinant of antibiotic resistance, and that infection control is paramount for the prevention and control of healthcare-associated infections.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 16/04/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Speaking at an international seminar in the Czech Senate, ECDC Director Zsuzsanna Jakab highlighted the importance of vaccines as one of the most important and effective tools for the prevention of infectious diseases in the EU, but cautioned that more work is needed to counter negative perceptions on vaccines.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 15/04/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Ministers from high M/XDR-TB burden countries met in Beijing, China, on 1-3 April 2009, to urgently address the alarming threat of MDR-TB. ECDC’s Director, Zsuzsanna Jakab, moderated a ministerial panel tackling “What is essential in the health systems for effective prevention of M/XDR TB”.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 06/04/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The conference programme covers a wide range of scientific and regulatory areas that are expected to have an impact on biosafety and laboratory biosecurity. Also a selection of 7 pre-conference workshops will be offered on 15 June addressing key skills of the biosafety professional. The conference will be held at the Karolinska Institutet and the pre-conference workshops at the ECDC.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 03/04/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: A scientific officer from ECDC is today participating in a panel to brief the European Parliament on the progress on implementing the Dublin Declaration on Partnership to Fight HIV/AIDS in Europe and Central Asia.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 01/04/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: According to newly published data, there were 477 327 tuberculosis (TB) cases reported in Europe1 in 2007. This is the equivalent of 55 cases of TB diagnosed every hour.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/03/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: On World TB Day, ECDC launched the first joint ECDC / WHO TB surveillance report and a video clip on multidrug-resistant TB.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/03/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Invasive Bacterial Disease caused by N. meningitidis and H. influenzae (IBI) is still an important cause of death and severe illness, especially among children below 5 years of age. Several effective vaccines are available in the EU against the most important circulating serogroups.n

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/03/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 12 March 2009 a delegation of Stockholm-based Ambassadors paid a visit to ECDC.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 16/03/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The European Commission adopted today the Work Plan for 2009 for the implementation of the second programme of Community action in the field of health.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 06/03/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The Europe’s preparedness against epidemics received a boost today with the official opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) at the EU’s disease prevention and control agency, ECDC.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 04/03/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 26 February 2009 Mr McCracken, Chief Executive of the Health Protection Agency, paid a visit to ECDC. He met with ECDC Director Zsuzsanna Jakab as well as the Head of the technical units and visited the ECDC Emergency Operations Centre.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 03/03/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The March issue of ECDC’s Executive Science Update is now online. It features articles on the three independent outbreaks of Hepatitis A that occurred in the EU in 2008 and a review of latest developments on healthcare-associated infections.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 02/03/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Chlamydia surveillance activities vary across Member States. On 17–18 February, ECDC calls for a expert meeting on Chlamydia surveillance to share experiences at national level and explore possible ways to improve it at EU level.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 18/02/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: As from 1st January 2009, ECDC has taken over responsibility for the STI surveillance. On 16-17 February a two-day training will be provided to the nominated contact points for STI in EU/EFTA Member States and candidate countries to use the European Surveillance System (TESSy), developed last year, to submit STI data.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 16/02/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: In his keynote address opening the International Meeting on Emerging Diseases and Surveillance on 13 February in Vienna the Chairman of ECDC’s Management Board endorsed the conference theme of “One World, One Health”.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 16/02/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 13-16 February, 15 journalists from 12 European countries will participate in a press trip and media programme at the second International Meeting on Emerging Diseases and Surveillance (IMED 2009, Vienna).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 12/02/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The March issue of ECDC’s Executive Science Update is now online. It features articles on the three independent outbreaks of Hepatitis A that occurred in the EU in 2008 and a review of latest developments on healthcare-associated infections.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 03/02/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 3-4 February 2009 the Advisory-Group for the Monitoring of the Dublin Declaration on Partnership to Fight HIV/AIDS in Europe and Central Asia meets at ECDC to initiate the development of a report to monitor the Dublin Declaration in Europe.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 02/02/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The European Programme for Intervention Epidemiology Training (EPIET) is a two-year fellowship programme which provides training and practical experience in intervention epidemiology. It is aimed at EU medical practitioners, public-health nurses, microbiologists, veterinarians and other health professionals.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 29/01/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Four isolated human cases of H5N1 avian influenza have recently been reported in China. An ECDC assessment of the cases concludes there is no evidence of a change in the behaviour of the H5N1 virus and that these cases do not represent any increase in the risk to Europe from the H5N1 virus.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 23/01/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The report shows Campylobacter cases in humans on the rise, while Salmonellosis is in decline; listeriosis remains of concern.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/01/2009 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: To identify temporary solutions to a shortage of immunoglobulin and vaccines against rabies in the US, Canada and several EU countries, ECDC hosted a multidisciplinary consultation of rabies experts who also reviewed current strategies for addressing post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 15/01/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Today ECDC issued scientific advice stressing the importance of further strengthening influenza vaccination of people in risk groups and healthcare workers to ensure a high level of protection.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 08/01/2009 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The December issue of ECDC’s Executive Science Update is now online. It features articles on the outbreak of Q-fever in the Netherlands this year and a review of latest developments on variant-CJD.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 08/12/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC today hosts a scientific seminar with Professor Françoise Barré-Sinoussi and Professor Luc Montagnier, joint winners of this years’ Nobel Prize in Medicine for their role in discovering the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 08/12/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The HIV epidemic remains a major public health issue in Europe, with evidence of increasing transmission of HIV in several countries. Case reporting data from 2007 shows that the number of newly reported cases in Europe continues to rise. Between 2000 and 2007, the annual rate of HIV infection has almost doubled, from 39 to 75 per million population.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 01/12/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: On World AIDS Day (1 December) Zsuzsanna Jakab, Director of ECDC, will speak at the launch in Stockholm of the AIDS Accountability Country Score Card and WHO Europe and ECDC will publish a Joint Surveillance Report on HIV/AIDS in Europe.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 28/11/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: A scientific seminar for MEPs and stakeholders was held in the European Parliament Strasbourg to mark the first ever European Antibiotic Awareness Day. John Bowis MEP hosted the event and stressed the importance of tackling rising levels of resistance to antibiotics being reported across the European Union.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 26/11/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The conference (19-21st November) aimed at strengthening and expanding the networks in applied infectious disease epidemiology, sharing scientific knowledge and experience in this area and providing a platform for EPIET/FTP (field epidemiology training program) fellows...

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/11/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On the occasion of the first European Antibiotic Awareness Day 18 November 2008, new European wide surveillance data show that the emergence of bacteria resistant to antibiotic treatments is increasing, while control programmes in a number of countries are producing results.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 18/11/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The Management Board of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) has endorsed an independent evaluation that found the Centre has established a “clear presence on the international stage” and made a “significant contribution” to fighting infectious diseases.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/11/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 11 and 12 November 2008 the European network for HIV/AIDS surveillance in Europe met in Copenhagen to review the current status of HIV/AIDS epidemiology in Europe.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/11/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: A large banner that went up on the Belliard Passarelle, near the European Parliament buildings in Brussels, this weekend signals the countdown to the first ever European Antibiotic Awareness Day which takes place on 18 November.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/11/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 12 October 2008, laboratory investigations performed at the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) in South Africa provided preliminary evidence that the causative agent of the disease is a virus from the Arenaviridae family , as reported by PROMED

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 16/10/2008 12:00

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 16/10/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: As health authorities across Europe start their annual campaigns to immunise people against seasonal influenza the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), has highlighted the benefits of older people getting vaccinated – but refused to make predictions on the severity of this year’s influenza season.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 09/10/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 6 October ECDC Director, Zsuzsanna Jakab, addressed a meeting of the European Parliament’s Committee on the Environment, Food Safety and Public Health (ENVI).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 08/10/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Public health experts from across the EU are meeting at ECDC in Stockholm on 1 and 2 October to discuss the latest techniques in monitoring for and controlling outbreaks of food and water borne diseases

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 02/10/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Public health experts from across the EU are meeting at ECDC in Stockholm on 1 and 2 October to discuss the latest techniques in monitoring for and controlling outbreaks of food and water borne diseases.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 02/10/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract:

In late January 2008, antiviral drug susceptibility surveillance of seasonal influenza viruses was carried out in Europe (the EU-EEA-EFTA countries) by the EU-funded VIRGIL network. The National Influenza Centres revealed that some of the A (H1N1) viruses circulating this season (winter 2007-8) are resistant to the antiviral drug oseltamivir through mutation at position 274 in the viral neuraminidase gene.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/09/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: An international outbreak of Salmonella Agona has been identified in Ireland and the UK and has been reported through the European Early Warning and Response System (EWRS)

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 19/09/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Martin McKee, Professor of European Public Health at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine visited ECDC on 18 September and gave a lecture to ECDC staff

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 19/09/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 16 September Dr. Marita van de Laar, Programme Coordinator for HIV, Sexually Transmitted Infections and Blood-borne Viruses at ECDC presented an analysis of the HIV situation in the EU to a roundtable discussion in the European Parliament in Brussels.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/09/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Drop in testing centre’s across Sweden are getting ready for Klamydiamåndagen (Chlamydia Monday).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/09/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC Director, Zsuzsanna Jakab, joined the European Commissioner for Health, Androulla Vassiliou and EU Health Ministers at their informal meeting in Angers, France 8-9 September

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 08/09/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 26-28 August a new intake of trainees under the European Programme for Intervention Epidemiology Training (EPIET) attended introductory courses at ECDC.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 28/08/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: As you may be aware this issue emerged in late January 2008 following testing by the EU-VIRGIL research project and a WHO Collaborating Centre and notification by the Norwegian authorities through the EU Early Warning and Response System (EWRS) and the World Health Organization International Health Regulations (IHR) mechanism.  

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/08/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) of the Netherlands concluded on 1 August its programme of contact tracing and temperature monitoring following a case of Marburg virus infection in a Dutch tourist

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 05/08/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Existing guidelines for control of Clostridium difficile (C. difficile) should be reviewed following recent epidemics in several European countries linked to a new hyper-virulent strain.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 31/07/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Commissioner for Health Androulla Vassiliou visited the ECDC’s headquarters in Stockholm on 30 June, 2008. The programme included a meeting with the senior management team, a briefing on ECDC’s latest developments as well as a tour of ECDC’s Emergency Operations Centre which was recently opened. ECDC Director, Zsuzsanna Jakab, said that she was delighted to welcome Commissioner Vassiliou to the Centre.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 30/06/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The key finding of an ECDC-initiated assessment on the importance and magnitude of vector-borne diseases for Europe is that climate and environmental changes may increase the risk of vector-borne disease outbreaks in the future. Vector-borne diseases are those spread by mosquitoes, sand-flies, ticks and rodents.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 12/06/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Health authorities in Singapore, China and Vietnam are tackling several thousand cases of hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD), with at least 26 fatalities. As expected with these outbreaks, infants and young children are most affected. HFMD is not the same as foot and mouth disease in cattle and other animals.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 06/05/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: ECDC is working in partnership with the European Commission, the European Environment Agency and WHO to assess how and where infectious diseases may take advantage of climate change.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 03/04/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Brazil is currently experiencing an epidemic of dengue fever, with 49 deaths in the state of Rio de Janeiro this year, according to local health officials.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 25/03/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Tuberculosis (TB) has been a treatable disease since the 1950s. Why then are tens of thousands of people getting TB each year in the EU? In the run up to World TB Day (24 March), the EU funded EuroTB network has released data showing that nearly 90,000 TB cases were reported in the EU in 2006.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/03/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: As part of our Scientific Support activities, ECDC is involved with catalyzing public health research. Our aim is to identify "directed" research needs (i.e. question- and need-based research goals) and to coordinate the application of results between key stakeholders.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/02/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Ordinary seasonal influenza viruses with significant resistance to the antiviral oseltamivir (Tamiflu) have been detected within the earliest part of this winter’s influenzas epidemicsin Europe. The viruses are known as influenza A/H1N1 (H274Y), and they were fullysensitive to other influenza antivirals.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 27/01/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The ‘flu’ has arrived in Europe, according to the European Influenza Surveillance Scheme (EISS) and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The two organisations confirm an upsurge in the number of laboratory confirmed cases of influenza in several European countries.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/01/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The purpose of this guidance is to lay down the scientific basis for the potential introduction of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines in order to help European Union (EU) Member States to make policy choices. It highlights the issues to be considered and it provides a list of policy options for each of these issues.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 22/01/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The purpose of this guidance is to lay down the scientific basis for the potential introduction of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines in order to help European Union (EU) Member States to make policy choices. It highlights the issues to be considered and it provides a list of policy options for each of these issues.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 22/01/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: A scientific report published by ECDC finds that vaccination against the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is an effective prevention strategy against cervicalcancer.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 22/01/2008 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Writing in today’s edition of Eurosurveillance, experts from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) have given their reaction to a study from the United States about the transmission of a strain of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) that is multi-drug resistant.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 18/01/2008 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: At the request of Commissioner Kyprianou ECDC has prepared a comprehensive report on the level of pandemic preparedness in the European Union and EEA as of early autumn 2007.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/12/2007 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: At least 40 000 people in the European Union die each year from seasonal influenza (flu) according to a new estimate published today by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Most of these deaths will be among older people and people living with chronic illnesses such as heart or lung disease.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/12/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: This fact sheet offers basic information on what influenza is and how vaccines can help people in high-risks groups to reduce their chances of becoming seriously ill. It is intended for information purposes only, not as medical advice.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/12/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: This fact sheet offers basic information on what influenza is and how vaccines can help people in high-risks groups to reduce their chances of becoming seriously ill. It is intended for information purposes only, not as medical advice.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/12/2007 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The Director of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, Zsuzsanna Jakab, today met the Estonian Minister for Social Affairs, Maret Maripuu, and praised the political commitment shown by Estonia to tackling its HIV/AIDS epidemic.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 23/11/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Presentation held by Zsuzsanna Jakab, Director of ECDC, at WHO European Ministerial Forum – All Against Tuberculosis

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 22/10/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Faced with challenges such as drug resistant microbes, influenza, HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis as well as emerging diseases such as chikungunya, ECDC is bringing together the leading experts to discuss how to strengthen Europe’s defences against infectious diseases.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 18/10/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Zsuzsanna Jakab's speech at AMR Lunch in the European Parliament in Brussels.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 16/10/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: On 8 October 2007, Eurosurveillance published a special issue on Chlamydia. Eurosurveillance is an independent peer-reviewed scientific journal, published by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 08/10/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Zsuzsanna Jakab addresses Parliament’s Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI) Committee

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 08/10/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Keynote Address by Zsuzsanna Jakab, Director of theECDC in Luxembourg.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 25/09/2007 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Chikungunya is a mosquito borne virus that has spread through East Africa, the Indian Ocean region and South-East Asia. In 2006, following a large outbreak in the Indian Ocean, a group of European public health experts convened by ECDC concluded that there was a potential risk of chikungunya outbreaks happening in Europe, given the presence of mosquitoes capable of carrying the virus in several European countries.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/09/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Two scientific reports published today by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) conclude that so called "pre-pandemic" vaccines might offer some protection against a future influenza pandemic.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/09/2007 12:00

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 14/09/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: An outbreak of Zika virus infection has been confirmed on the Yap Island, Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). As of 6 August, 99 cases were confirmed by PCR and serology, and 54 probable cases have been reported.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 07/08/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: A report launched today by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) in partnership with the European Commission and the German Presidency of the EU shows EU countries are generally doing well in the fight against infectious diseases.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 07/06/2007 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: At a meeting chaired by the European Commission and held at the European Centre for Disease Control (ECDC) in Stockholm on 30 May, authorities responsible for taking measures in the EU Member States agreed to follow the ECDC's advice, requested by the Commission on 29 May, on the case of a US passenger with extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (XDR-TB) travelling on flights between Europe and North America.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 31/05/2007 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Speaking note for ECDC inauguration ceremony

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/03/2007 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: European Commissioner for Health, Markos Kyprianou, will call today for more EU level action against HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis (TB) at a meeting with senior officials from Member State health authorities and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/03/2007 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: A new ECDC Technical Report, due to be published on 22 February, reviews the state of preparedness of EU Member States, Norway and Iceland against a possible influenza pandemic.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 22/02/2007 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: A fellow of the EPIET epidemiology training programme which is being coordinated by ECDC received the “John Snow Award” for a presentation delivered at the 4th Global Conference of the Training Programs in Epidemiology and Public Health Intervention Network (TEPHINET).

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/11/2006 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Four sudden deaths in persons aged 52 to 75 years with underlying cardiac conditions were reported in Israel over a period of 5 days. All had received influenza vaccine from the same lot in the days preceding death, raising concern about the safety of the vaccine.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 25/10/2006 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) today united with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies the World Health Organization (WHO), Médecins du Monde and 20 other leading European agencies and NGOs to forge a more effective response to the tuberculosis epidemic in the European region.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 10/10/2006 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: One in every three persons infected with HIV in the European Union are unaware that they are HIV positive, and this figure is likely to be much higher in some of the countries neighbouring the EU.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 04/10/2006 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Health officials from 18 EU and EEA/EFTA Member States meet in Stockholm this week to review their national preparedness plans against an influenza pandemic and discuss how preparedness can be further strengthened.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 18/09/2006 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: In 2005, the disease has started in the Comoro Islands, was then found in Mauritius and Mayotte, and finally appeared in the island of La Réunion, an overseas administrative ‘département’ of France, in March 2005.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 18/09/2006 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Belgium and Germany have issued an alert to public health authorities across Europe following confirmation of a case of Lassa fever in a man who had travelled from West Africa to Belgium and Germany earlier this month.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 24/07/2006 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Speaking note: Season flu, “bird flu” and pandemic flu: what are the threats?

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 07/07/2006 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: A revised risk assessment published today by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) highlights the need for governments to intensify preparations against a possible influenza pandemic.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 01/06/2006 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The past year has seen major advances in Europe’s preparedness against a possible influenza pandemic, but there is no room from complacency.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 17/05/2006 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Avian influenzas of the A/H7 type can be either highly pathogenic (Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza – HPAIs) or of low pathogenicity for birds (so called LPAIs). Low pathogenicity viruses are less dangerous than HPAIs to birds and some birds infected with LPAIs do not even become ill.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 02/05/2006 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Press conference of Third EU / WHO Workshop on Pandemic Preparedness in Uppsala.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 25/04/2006 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: New figures published in the scientific journal Eurosurveillance tomorrow show an alarming rise in tuberculosis (TB) in eastern Europe.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 23/03/2006 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The European Commission and the Turkish Authorities have been informed by the Community Reference Laboratory for Avian Influenza at Weybridge of the high pathogenic avian influenza virus H5N1 in a sample taken form the area not under the effective control of the government of Cyprus.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 30/01/2006 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: The ECDC Management Board has approved the Centre’s work programme for 2006 and a provisional budget totalling 17.2 million euros.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 14/12/2005 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) will this weekend relocate from its temporary offices at Solna city hall to a new home on the campus of the Karolinska Institute. It has signed a contract to rent the Tomtebodaskolan building its owner Akademiska Hus. As from Monday 3 October ECDC will be operating from its new headquarters.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 30/09/2005 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: Representataion of Zsuzsanna jakab, Director of ECDC on the occasion of BA Annual Meeting, "Anthrax, SARS and Bioweaponry - Is Globalisation Bad for Your Health?”

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 28/09/2005 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: During the recent WHO Regional Meeting in Bucharest, Director ECDC, Zsuzsanna Jakab, and Director WHO Europe, Marc Danzon, signed the first Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two organisations.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 19/09/2005 12:00

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 14/09/2005 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: September 2005 marks a new stage in the continuing development of Eurosurveillance, as a special working relationship with the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) is implemented. The ECDC has been mandated to publish a weekly epidemiological bulletin. Eurosurveillance will draw on ten years of publishing experience to provide this service and be a platform for dissemination of scientific information from the ECDC.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 01/09/2005 12:00

ECDC_Abstract: The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) became operational today. This memo explains the implications of this new EU agency starting its work.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 20/05/2005 00:00

ECDC_Abstract: Zsuzsanna Jakab, the director for Sweden's first EU agency, was officially bid welcome to Sweden and Solna by cabinet minister Morgan Johansson, county governor Mats Hellström and the mayor of Solna, Anders Gustâv.

ECDC_ArticleDate/Deadline: 23/03/2005 12:00