Preparedness EU risks squandering lessons of COVID-19 as experts warn of dangerous complacency Europe could find itself dangerously exposed to another pandemic despite investment in preparedness
Preparedness MEPs push for €5 billion for health emergencies MEPs want the updated civil protection mechanism to put greater emphasis on health preparedness, with more funding for medical stockpiles, cross-border teams and hospital surge capacity
Preparedness EU plans cross-border communication system to strengthen emergency health response The EU has proposed a new secure cross-border communication system to help emergency medical teams and other first responders coordinate and share critical information during crises
Preparedness EU publishes crisis procurement handbook drawing on COVID-19 lessons The EU’s new handbook turns COVID-19 lessons into practical guidance for crisis procurement and preparedness.
Inside EU Health Inside EU Health: Preparedness; Sanofi peace offering; two JCAs; infringements Preparedness under long-term budget; Sanofi offers concessions; two joint clinical assessments for lung cancer treatments; Romania late payments to pharmacies; nurses' recognition; six EU nations face pressure after missing asbestos safety deadline
Inside EU Health Inside EU Health: Ireland’s health priorities; pharmacies and preparedness Ireland’s Presidency of the EU will link health and competitiveness; PGEU outlines the vital role of community pharmacies in preparedness
Preparedness Europe invests €240 million in ten-year pandemic preparedness research The European Commission and national partners launch a €240 million decade-long research alliance to strengthen preparedness for future pandemics.
Preparedness MEPs press commissioner on the future EU Civil Protection Mechanism MEPs urge stronger coordination and welcome the additional funding for crisis preparedness