Cardiovascular diseases remain Poland’s leading cause of death. Health experts are calling for urgent reforms, from enhanced screening to improved data collection and access to care.
The BornToGetThere project has been set to advance early detection, surveillance, and intervention for infants at high risk of cerebral palsy. Coordinated by the University of Pisa, it brought together global partners to implement evidence-based practi…
Despite advances in neonatal care, cerebral palsy is often diagnosed too late, with the average age of diagnosis at around 18 months. New EU projects aim to change that.
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The ‘BornToGetThere’ program brings to clinical practice a suite of tools for early detection of cerebral palsy.
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Undetected Chronic Kidney Disease affects millions in Europe, but it could be preventable, manageable and tackled with the right policies.
Treatments for this disease have already advanced dramatically, but there is much further to go. We must take this historic opportunity to usher in a new era
The European Diabetes Forum (EUDF), the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) Europe, the Spanish Diabetes Federation (FEDE), the Parliamentarians for Diabetes Global Network (PDGN) and Sanofi co-organised the Early Detection Policy Forum to accelera…
A new report about the global state of COPD offers insights from 30 national experts on how policy action can be implemented worldwide.
Political commitment to screening is crucial.
Invasive mosquitos are spreading into previously unaffected areas.
It is estimated that over 7 million people are living with Alzheimer’s Disease in Europe, and there is increasing concern about the ability to combat the disease with Europe’s ageing population. In this series of articles, Euractiv will exp…
Greg Rossi discusses the imperative to address cancer in Europe with early detection, precision medicine and equitable access. Stressing the need for urgent action to make cancer a manageable condition, highlighting disparities and the importance of in…
Governments and policymakers must act now to elevate chronic kidney disease (CKD) as an urgent health policy priority, to bring the best possible outcomes for patients, caregivers, health systems, the economy and our planet.
The international expert group behind the Severe Asthma Index calls on policymakers to take three urgent actions to tackle the disproportionate impact of severe asthma on patients and health systems.
According to new research, molecular and genomics analysis of swabs used in Pap tests could allow for the detection of ovarian cancer years in advance of symptoms onset.
Czechia will launch a new prostate cancer screening program in January 2024, with the aim to ensure early detection and treatment of the disease.
Transformation in COPD care is underway as Speak Up for COPD unites policymakers, healthcare professionals, patients, caregivers, NGOs, and pharmaceutical industry to help make COPD a public health priority.
As of 1 November, a broader group of Polish women will have access to preventive screenings for the early detection of breast and cervical cancer, but experts warn that more should be done.
Innovation in science is advancing cancer care through early detection and treatment, bringing significant economic benefits to healthcare systems. Future incentives for innovation, particularly early detection and treatment approaches, must be recogni…
The European Parliament on Tuesday (3 October) approved a directive stepping up protections of workers from health risks related to asbestos and improving the early detection of asbestos fibres.
Parliament approved new rules to protect EU workers from the health risks related to asbestos and to improve the early detection of asbestos.Committee on Employment and Social Affairs Source : © European Union, 2023 – EP
Heart failure is the greatest health risk facing our aging population. Governments can help prevent premature death and ‘add life to our years’ with immediate action and investment in accessible diagnostics.
Alzheimer’s disease is a ticking time bomb for individuals, families and health care systems, unless we invest in our future health today.
A recent poll* of 14,890 members of the public in 14 countries underscores the need for greater awareness and prioritization of evidence-based COPD care.
Through policy action we can all play a part in turning the tide against the growing global health concern and burden of Alzheimer’s disease.
