Measles epidemic and Salmonella outbreak cost nearly six million euros

The most recent measles epidemic and outbreak of Salmonella Thomson due to smoked salmon have cost 3.9 and 1.7 million euros, respectively.

11/19/2015 - 00:00

European Antibiotic Awareness Day: the fight against antibiotics resistance

Wednesday, 18 November is European Antibiotic Awareness Day. On this day, attention throughout Europe is requested for the responsible use of antibiotics in people and animals.

11/18/2015 - 00:00

Newborn heel prick screening starts on St Eustatius and Saba

On 26 October 2015, heel prick screening started for all newborns on St Eustatius and Saba.

11/11/2015 - 00:00

Promising biobased alternatives to substances of very high concern

There are many possible biobased alternatives to substances of very high concern (SVHC). Some are even ready to be deployed right away.

11/19/2014 - 00:00

European Antibiotic Awareness Day 2014

Tuesday 18 November is European Antibiotic Awareness Day. On this day, throughout Europe, attention is focused on the responsible use of antibiotics for people and animals.

11/18/2014 - 00:00

No more complementary vaccinations against measles for children aged six months

The measles epidemic, the first case of which occurred in the Netherlands in May 2013, is coming to an end.

03/06/2014 - 00:00