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Issue 22,
25 September 2008
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Second Annual Nanotechnology "Safety for Success" Dialogue Workshop: Communicating on Safety
by Robert Madelin Director General for Health and Consumer Protection
Nanotechnologies are experiencing a very fast development and are now starting to penetrate the realm of consumer products beyond electronics. This is quickly awakening public interest because of the benefits they promise. At the same time, NGOs and trade unions are voicing their concerns about the safety of these new applications. The Commission has made a significant first step towards addressing these concerns by undertaking a review of how current EU legislation covers nanotechnologies (COM(2008)366) and confirming that it "covers to a large extent risks in relation to nanomaterials".
Today, we all share the responsibility for making sure that nanotechnologies develop, and develop in a safe, integrated and responsible way: not only European institutions, national authorities and industry, but also distributors, researchers, consumer representatives as well as international organisations.
In order to build on the discussions started at last year's "Safety for Success" Dialogue Workshop and in support of strengthening the public dialogue on nanotechnologies, I invite you to a frank, informal, yet structured exchange of views on the latest developments , on the best ways to apply the legislation and on how to improve communication between stakeholders. I count on your constructive contribution on Thursday, 2nd and Friday, 3rd October 2008 at the Hotel Sofitel Brussels Europe, Place Jourdan 1, B-1040 Brussels, Belgium.
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New website of the Executive Agency for Health and Consumers (EAHC)
The Executive Agency for Health and Consumers launched its new website on 22 September. The website, apart from acquiring a fresh new look and a structure that reflects the recently extended mandate of the EAHC, provides more information about public health projects managed by the Agency in a user-friendly way.
New website of the Executive Agency for Health and Consumers (EAHC)
The Executive Agency for Health and Consumers launched its new website on 22 September. The website, apart from acquiring a fresh new look and a structure that reflects the recently extended mandate of the EAHC, provides more information about public health projects managed by the Agency in a user-friendly way.
DG SANCO is seeking views on priorities for the annual work plan 2009
To ensure that European citizens can give their input into the Health Programme, the Directorate General for Health and Consumers is launching an internet consultation. Citizen are invited to send their views on priority areas to be included in 2009 to an 'ad hoc' mailbox by 30 September 2008
DG SANCO is seeking views on priorities for the annual work plan 2009
To ensure that European citizens can give their input into the Health Programme, the Directorate General for Health and Consumers is launching an internet consultation. Citizen are invited to send their views on priority areas to be included in 2009 to an 'ad hoc' mailbox by 30 September 2008
WHO governing body to make decisions affecting health systems
The need to strengthen health systems so that they can respond quickly and flexibly to the growing number of new challenges is on the agenda of WHO’s European governing body, the WHO Regional Committee for Europe.
WHO governing body to make decisions affecting health systems
The need to strengthen health systems so that they can respond quickly and flexibly to the growing number of new challenges is on the agenda of WHO’s European governing body, the WHO Regional Committee for Europe.
European Research Council (ERC) supports young researchers
ERC is leading the way in the provision of financial support to some of Europe's finest researchers.
European Research Council (ERC) supports young researchers
ERC is leading the way in the provision of financial support to some of Europe's finest researchers.
AdRisk project launches results and innovative approaches on 25 September 2008
On the 25th of September 2008 the EU AdRisk project, “Community Action on adolescents and injury risk”, will launch its results providing new resources, reports, strategy recommendations and tools on how to tackle injuries among young people aged 15-24.
AdRisk project launches results and innovative approaches on 25 September 2008
On the 25th of September 2008 the EU AdRisk project, “Community Action on adolescents and injury risk”, will launch its results providing new resources, reports, strategy recommendations and tools on how to tackle injuries among young people aged 15-24.
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Belgium
Food hygiene logo for restaurants
Next time you go to a restaurant, look out for a green sticker with a smiley face and a thumbs-up sign. It's your guarantee that the restaurant has effective food-hygiene procedures in place.
Romania
Good bye chips!
The Order of the Ministry of Health regarding healthy food for children and teenagers in schools comes into force. Unhealthy food products such as chips, candy or cola will not be available in schools or kindergartens.
Ireland
Building a Culture of Patient Safety
A Report which sets out a comprehensive framework for safety and quality in health service.
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EU celebrates 7th European Mobility Week: 'Clean Air for All'
This year's theme, 'Clean Air for All', encourages local authorities to organise initiatives that highlight the link between mobility and air quality, and launch permanent measures to cut harmful emissions, such as introducing low-emission zones or parking and bus shuttle services to city centres.
EU celebrates 7th European Mobility Week: 'Clean Air for All'
This year's theme, 'Clean Air for All', encourages local authorities to organise initiatives that highlight the link between mobility and air quality, and launch permanent measures to cut harmful emissions, such as introducing low-emission zones or parking and bus shuttle services to city centres.
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2nd Annual Nanotechnology Safety for Success Dialogue Workshop (2-3 October 2008)
Open Days 2008 (6-9 October 2008)
The Open Days 2008, the most important annual conference of European regional stakeholders, will take place 6-9 October 2008 in Brussels. DG Health and Consumers, together with business and regional representatives, is a partner of the "Health Village".
6th World Rett Syndrome Congress (10-13 October 2008)
This congress will provide a forum for experts in Rett syndrome, affected patients and their carers to meet each other and learn from the latest research into the syndrome.
Tackling the healthcare challenges of today for a healthier tomorrow (12 November 2008)
This Congress will be an opportunity for healthcare stakeholders to discuss their visions on where we want to be in twenty years and how to get there.
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Infectious Diseases : New leaflet on Tuberculosis Research and Policy
Infectious Diseases : New leaflet on Tuberculosis Research and Policy
Statistical bulletin and Country overviews 2008 published
The Statistical bulletin is published yearly by the EMCDDA and provides access to the most recent statistical data relating to the drugs situation in Europe. It constitutes the epidemiological basis on which the Annual report on the state of the drugs problem in Europe is written.
Statistical bulletin and Country overviews 2008 published
The Statistical bulletin is published yearly by the EMCDDA and provides access to the most recent statistical data relating to the drugs situation in Europe. It constitutes the epidemiological basis on which the Annual report on the state of the drugs problem in Europe is written.
Progress in preventing injuries in the WHO European region
Implementing the WHO Regional Committee for Europe resolution EUR/RC55/R9 on prevention of injuries in the WHO European region and the Recommendation of the Council of the European Union on the prevention of injury and promotion of safety
Progress in preventing injuries in the WHO European region
Implementing the WHO Regional Committee for Europe resolution EUR/RC55/R9 on prevention of injuries in the WHO European region and the Recommendation of the Council of the European Union on the prevention of injury and promotion of safety
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"Safety for Success" Dialogue Workshop
Activities at EU level
Nanotechnology research portal of the European Commission
EC Directorate-General for Health and Consumer Protection (SANCO) information
Scientific Committee on Emerging and Newly Identified Health Risks (SCENIHR) opinions on nanotechnologies
Other interesting links
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) information about risk assessment in the field of food and feed
ObservatoryNano
OECD – organisation for economic co-operation and development
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