Philippe De Backer

EU needs brain health strategy
03 Dec
EU needs brain health strategy
It's time the EU came forward with a European strategy to tackle brain health, argues Philippe de Backer.
Pancreatic cancer: tackling the threat of a silent killer
03 Nov
Pancreatic cancer: tackling the threat of a silent killer
Greater awareness of the causes and earlier diagnosis can provide hope for pancreatic cancer patients, writes Philippe de Backer.
EU policymakers must help Europe's SMEs to thrive within the green economy
17 Jun
EU policymakers must help Europe's SMEs to thrive within the green economy
Green growth report is first clear signal of support for Frans Timmermans' better regulation agenda, says rapporteur Philippe De Backer.
EU must pay heed to next-gen 'healthcare heroes'
20 May
EU must pay heed to next-gen 'healthcare heroes'
Philippe de Backer is urging health experts and professionals to ensure greater access to healthcare for all EU citizens.
SMEs crucial to Europe’s economic and job stability
27 Sep
SMEs crucial to Europe’s economic and job stability
‘Regulatory’ and ‘mentality’ changes are needed to ensure growth and investment in SMEs, argues Philippe De Backer
Strasbourg comment: eCall
28 Feb
Strasbourg comment: eCall
A mandatory eCall system will save lives and prevent traffic problems, according to rapporteur Philippe de Backer.