No health without brain health Partner Content
06 Dec

No health without brain health

Whilst an estimated 179 million Europeans live with brain conditions, brain disorders still lack the awareness and recognition in the EU
by Susana Solís
Towards a healthier Europe with medical technology Partner Content
06 Dec
Towards a healthier Europe with medical technology
Fostering brain research and innovation in the EU Partner Content
06 Dec
Fostering brain research and innovation in the EU
Boosting innovation in Europe to deliver faster patient access to treatments Partner Content
06 Dec
Boosting innovation in Europe to deliver faster patient access to treatments
Changing perspectives and alternative thinking critical to advancing discussions around animal testing replacements Partner Content
06 Dec
Changing perspectives and alternative thinking critical to advancing discussions around animal testing replacements
MEP Jutta Paulus reflects on the barriers to implement new technologies to replace animal testing at PrecisionTox's Informative Breakfast on research and policy insights exploring the barriers to New Approach Methodologies (NAMs) for chemical risk assessment at the European Parliament
A patient driven definition of Unmet Medical Need in migraine Partner Content
05 Dec
A patient driven definition of Unmet Medical Need in migraine
Elena Ruiz de la Torre, Executive Director of the European Migraine Headache Alliance (EMHA) spoke to Ingrid Mcgowan, Head of International Patient Advocacy at AbbVie to discuss a patient driven definition of Unmet Medical Need in migraine.
Migraine’s in Europe and their adverse prevalence in women Partner Content
05 Dec
Migraine’s in Europe and their adverse prevalence in women
A European Migraine Action Plan is needed to tackle an underestimated medical condition impacting 1 in 7 people globally.
Keeping rare disease patients at the heart of the EU’s review of the pharmaceutical legislation Partner Content
04 Dec
Keeping rare disease patients at the heart of the EU’s review of the pharmaceutical legislation
The 2023 World Orphan Drug Congress brought together over 1600 members of the rare disease community to take a look at what needs to be done to best support rare disease patients. What were the key lessons learned across the congress?
Self-Care can contribute to finding solutions to AMR Partner Content
04 Dec
Self-Care can contribute to finding solutions to AMR
Making antimicrobial medicines for minor infections prescription-only could undermine the health and wellbeing of European citizens
Turning research into policy to tackle Europe’s NCD crisis Partner Content
01 Dec Feature
Turning research into policy to tackle Europe’s NCD crisis
Europe’s health systems are under increasing strain. Rising levels of need demand new approaches that focus on disease prevention and early detection, particularly of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). A major new report from the Partnership for Health System Sustainability and Resilience (PHSSR)’s EU Expert Advisory Group has now highlighted a way forward that could help shape Europe’s health systems of tomorrow
Unlocking resources and hope for patients with rare diseases through practical policy Partner Content
29 Nov
Unlocking resources and hope for patients with rare diseases through practical policy
Some believe a recent legislation update proposal will undermine access to medicines for millions of Europeans suffering from rare diseases by disincentivising research investment. Will ongoing revisions enable continued innovation?
Europe’s hidden burden: why the EU must do more to tackle skin diseases Partner Content
29 Nov
Europe’s hidden burden: why the EU must do more to tackle skin diseases
185 million Europeans suffer from skin diseases yet the burden these diseases place on patients, healthcare systems and society often goes unnoticed and results in lack of prioritisation at the level of policymakers. Dermatologists, patients, policymakers and industry stakeholders gathered to discuss what needs to be done to accelerate Europe’s response to skin diseases.
Navigating the turbulent skies of sustainable aviation fuels Partner Content
28 Nov
Navigating the turbulent skies of sustainable aviation fuels
Sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) are a commendable aim for policymakers, however the push for SAFs should transcend borders, fostering collaboration among nations, regulators, and other stakeholders.
Unmet medical needs and migraine: assessing the added value for patients and society Partner Content
28 Nov
Unmet medical needs and migraine: assessing the added value for patients and society
Migraines often affect a young and female population who are highly engaged in the workforce but also have family responsibilities. It’s time for Europe to widen the definition of unmet medical needs, to ensure adequate quality of life for patients, and to prioritise funding where it’s needed.
In the race to net zero Europe’s industry needs support not regulation Partner Content
27 Nov
In the race to net zero Europe’s industry needs support not regulation
The European Parliament’s 9th mandate has produced twice as much legislation as its predecessor so now it’s time for policies that support industry as it invests and innovates
It’s possible to promote healthier lifestyles with the right policy support Partner Content
27 Nov
It’s possible to promote healthier lifestyles with the right policy support
No other food or drink sector in Europe has taken so many meaningful actions to support healthier lifestyles than the soft drinks sector.
COVID’s shift from pandemic to endemic needs attention from policymakers Partner Content
24 Nov
COVID’s shift from pandemic to endemic needs attention from policymakers
Policymakers and stakeholders gathered to discuss the next steps in the EU’s approach to dealing with the COVID transition
Climate finance at COP28: How Europe can support a just transition Partner Content
24 Nov
Climate finance at COP28: How Europe can support a just transition
The Parliament's latest special edition supplement on Climate finance at COP28 is now live.
How COP28 aims to unlock trillions for climate solutions by centering business Partner Content
24 Nov
How COP28 aims to unlock trillions for climate solutions by centering business
From 1-2 December this year, COP28 will feature the biggest gathering of business and philanthropy devoted to solving climate change in history, at the inaugural Business & Philanthropy Climate Forum.
Bridging Ambition and Reality: The Key to Sustainable HDV Decarbonisation Partner Content
20 Nov
Bridging Ambition and Reality: The Key to Sustainable HDV Decarbonisation
The European Union has proposed new targets for reducing Heavy Duty Vehicle (HDV) emissions, but are these targets realistic for manufacturers?
Flexible packaging: enabling reuse and reducing emissions for transport packaging Partner Content
20 Nov
Flexible packaging: enabling reuse and reducing emissions for transport packaging
Flexible packaging is used in transport to ensure the safe movement of food around the EU by reducing food waste, emissions, avoiding contamination and enabling reuse of rigid containers.
PPWR vote in plenary: the priorities for the flexible packaging sector Partner Content
16 Nov
PPWR vote in plenary: the priorities for the flexible packaging sector
The highly anticipated European Parliament vote on the Proposal for a Regulation on Packaging and Packaging Waste (PPWR) takes place next week. The vote is a great opportunity to scale up circularity and lower the total environmental impacts of production and consumption of packaging and packaged goods.
One Health, One Welfare Partner Content
14 Nov
One Health, One Welfare
Event in the European Parliament produces calls for EU holistic health policies on animal health, human health and the environment.
Why self-care is a central pillar of a modern, sustainable healthcare system Partner Content
09 Nov Interview
Why self-care is a central pillar of a modern, sustainable healthcare system
In Europe, 1.2 billion minor ailments are self-managed with non-prescription medication annually, saving patients and health systems more than €36 billion. Carlton Lawson, EMEA Group President of Kenvue, explains the importance of maintaining access to over-the-counter medicines.
Driving change: leveraging European satellites for Arctic preservation and climate action Partner Content
06 Nov
Driving change: leveraging European satellites for Arctic preservation and climate action
Earth observation technologies help us understand the consequences of climate change, and enable a deeper understanding of the Arctic environment.
Let’s rise to the challenge: protecting our environment, public health and respiratory patients Partner Content
01 Nov
Let’s rise to the challenge: protecting our environment, public health and respiratory patients
"When it comes to prioritising patient outcomes and advancing a greener agenda – both are achievable in respiratory care", writes Nicolas Roche, Professor of Respiratory Medicine at Paris Cité University and Head of the Department of Respiratory Medicine, Cochin Hospital, APHP Centre, Paris, France.
SEP legislation: protecting European tech leadership while supporting SMEs Partner Content
30 Oct
SEP legislation: protecting European tech leadership while supporting SMEs
Maintaining leadership in the standardisation of mobile networks is key to safeguarding the European tech industry, research and innovations in the face of growing global competition.
Change in action: Leading MEP takes to the factory floor with DENSO Partner Content
30 Oct
Change in action: Leading MEP takes to the factory floor with DENSO
Europe will not achieve its net zero targets without close collaboration between policymakers and industry. The Parliament joined MEP Ondřej Kovařík as he visited the Czech plant of leading automotive components, systems, and solutions manufacturer DENSO to learn more about how major businesses are adapting working practices to deliver a greener future.