Pandemics know no borders - neither should our policies. 🎙️ MEP Vytenis Andriukaitis shares how smarter vaccination policies strengthen EU resilience: 🛡️ Joint procurement = solidarity 🌍 Aligned strategies = resilience 💉 Sustainable programs = preparedness ⬇️ Listen now

On #WorldCancerDay , I hosted the #ICCD2025 event at the European Parliament with SIOPE 🎗️ & CCI Europe 🎗️ . 🎗️ Childhood cancer knows no borders—care shouldn’t either. 🚨 Equal care, equal chances across the EU! #EU4Health

How do we tackle vaccine misinformation & use data to drive better immunisation policies? 🤔 🎙️ MEP Tomislav Sokol highlights how the European Health Data Space can support evidence-based decisions. 🔗 youtu.be/I_gqPLMyn1k?si… #LifeCourseImmunisation #VaccinesWork #EUHealth #EHDS

"Free movement of people means free movement of diseases." – MEP Vytenis Andriukaitis at the EU Parliament made it clear: tackling vaccine-preventable diseases needs a united approach. Without coordination, we risk gaps in protection. Watch now: 🔗youtu.be/vmmU4D2C8_A #VaccinesWork

Measles is a highly contagious airborne disease. It spreads easily when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. Measles can affect anyone but is most common in children. Vaccination with two doses of measles vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and your

125 years ago, life expectancy in Europe was just 35. Today, it’s over 80 - thanks to science, investment & healthcare. But progress isn’t guaranteed. Without 💉access we risk moving backwards. 🎥Watch MEP András Kulja MEP’s speech: youtu.be/vlQjNR1LJu4?si… #VaccinesWork #EUHealth

"Healthy people are independent, active, and productive." – Prof. Chiara Chiara de Waure Strong immunisation systems ease pressure on healthcare & boost economies. Investing in prevention pays off - let’s act accordingly. 🔗 youtu.be/frtWgrkXZdg?si… #VaccinesWork #LifeCourseImmunisation

Dr Simon Abrams, GP, talks about the importance of getting your child a catch-up vaccine appointment. 📅 Vaccination gives your child the best protection against diseases like #measles. Contact your GP practice if your child has missed any vaccinations.

What is the state of health in Europe? #EHR2024 calls on countries to: 🤱🏻Protect children’s health 🫂Tackle NCDs, poor mental health & infectious diseases 🌏Address emergencies & climate change Let’s keep health high on the agenda. Learn more: bit.ly/EHR2024

#EHDS published in the Official Journal of the EU✅ EHDS will be pivotal in reshaping our approach to healthcare & transforming the way health professionals work. It will also empower our citizens when it comes to their health data. A win-win solution. 🔗europa.eu/!m7pWCn

Preventable diseases like measles and pertussis are spreading as fewer people in Europe receive vaccination. Outbreaks are avoidable. Every vaccine counts. #EHR2024 calls on countries to tighten our grip on infectious diseases: bit.ly/EHR2024

Stronger vaccination policies across Europe! At the launch of the MEP Interest Group on Life Course Immunisation, policymakers discussed expanding vaccine access, improving data use, and ensuring lifelong immunisation. cl-ci.org/reports/launch… #LifeCourseImmunisation #VaccinesWork

Even one missed vaccination can leave a child vulnerable to preventable diseases, like measles. Let’s protect every child and each other. Get vaccinated: get protected europa.eu/!jQrvtQ #UnitedInProtection

Latest statistics show that measles cases in Europe have doubled in 2024 compared to 2023. With safe vaccination, we can protect ourselves and our loved ones against measles. Get vaccinated: get protected 🔗europa.eu/!mK6MYb #UnitedInProtection

Dr Edward Jenner created the first-ever vaccine when he found out people infected with cowpox were immune to #smallpox. This discovery ultimately led the world to eradicate this deadly disease and save millions of lives ⬇

Participating at #EU4Health Civil Society Alliance event - Prioritising Health under next MFF. A message is clear - we need to invest more into health policies, into health prevention and research. Health should be recognised as a pillar for the European future!

Our Spring 2025 newsletter is here! 💉🇪🇺 Highlights include the MEP Interest Group launch, policy updates & more. Thanks to all supporting life-course immunisation! 🌍🌿 📬 Read now: linkedin.com/pulse/welcome-…

🧬 Vaccination protects us at every age — not just in childhood. This #ImmunisationWeek, we’re proud our EU Parliament roundtable sparked cross-party support for a Life Course Immunisation MEP Group. Join us: cl-ci.org/eu-action/ #VaccinesForLife 💉 #EUHealthPolicy

💉 Vaccination is cancer prevention. This #EuropeanImmunisationWeek, let’s say it clearly: HPV & hepatitis B vaccines save lives. They prevent cervical, liver & other cancers. Science gives us the tools - it’s up to us to use them. #VaccinesPreventCancer #HPV #HepatitisB

Former EU Commissioner for Health, MEP Vytenis Andriukaitis, reminds us: “#Healthdata sharing is not just a technical issue. It’s a matter of justice, transparency, and better care.” Powerful words on trust, empowerment & #EHDS 🎥 Videomessage: youtu.be/_UVwYrBbQ0c #EPRD2025