#ESWISummit registrations are CLOSING on 01/06 ⏰ Don't miss out on expert-led discussions including contributions from @ecdc.europa.eu and @ec.europa.eu DG Sante. Register now to secure your place: eswi.org/activities/s... #EUHealth #PublicHealth #Influenza

Better understanding medicines and vaccines starts with access to the right knowledge. MedLit is developing a free, multilingual platform to support safer and more informed health decisions.

We use medicines every day - but how much do we really understand? Clear, reliable health information is not always easy to access. Learn more here: medliteracy.eu #MedLit #HealthLiteracy #SafeMedicineUse #MedicineUse #CoCreation #PublicHealth #ErasmusPlus

An ambitious study has explored how the oral microbiome may affect our metabolic health, raising hopes that conditions like pre-diabetes could one day be screened for via a simple mouth swab

New MedLit deliverable now available 📘 We’re happy to share the publication of MedLit’s latest report on the theoretical foundation and co-created training design of the project. 📥 Read the full report here: medliteracy.eu #MedLit #HealthLiteracy #PublicHealth

MedLit continues to expand its outreach 🌍 We’re happy to share that the MedLit project was part of the Open Days of the State Sanitary Inspection in Rzeszów, Poland, contributing to a day full of interaction, learning and exchange.

This World Health Day, choose to engage with facts, ask questions, and build the confidence to navigate health information. Nearly 50% of patients do not take their medicines as prescribed. (1) And that gap isn’t just about access, it’s about understanding.

Prevention improves wellbeing 🌿 A 2024 Nature Medicine analysis shows that reducing infectious disease burden—through measures like vaccination, ventilation, and hygiene—has measurable benefits for population health & resilience. 🔗 www.nature.com/articles/s41... #Prevention #PublicHealth #VIVI

Plants are just trying to reproduce; immune systems are just trying to keep us safe

What does healthcare in Cyprus really look like today? Meet Katerina and Hayley, PhD candidates at the Cyprus International Institute for Environmental and Public Health, as they share their perspectives on the healthcare system. 🎥 Watch the video to learn more: 1drv.ms/v/c/560a3a48...

NEW on Wonkhe: Students aren't confused about AI – they're making rational choices in a system that has removed the incentives to learn. Jim Dickinson and Mack Marshall preview findings from new research on learning in an age of AI buff.ly/4TKftU3

From Thomas Mann to John Green, how authors and books shape our understanding of TB My new piece is about great books on TB and what they've taught us journals.theunion.org/content/ijtl...

Co-creation in action 🌍 Across Cyprus, Greece, Germany & Poland, MedLit partners conducted co-creation sessions with carers, teachers, older adults, parents & people living with chronic conditions. @vaccinesafety.bsky.social @prolepsisinstitute.bsky.social

Did you know? For decades, medical research and treatment plans have focused mainly on men, leaving women out of the picture. It’s time to flip the script—women shouldn’t be an afterthought in healthcare. Let’s change the status quo. Here’s how you can lead the way!

Cold or flu? 🤧 A common cold and flu may look similar, but they are caused by different viruses and need different care. Understanding the difference helps prevent medicine misuse and supports safer, more informed health decisions.

Over-the-counter medicines like painkillers, nasal sprays, and cough syrups are meant for mild, short-term conditions. Used incorrectly or for too long, they can cause side effects – and in some cases even lead to dependence.

Everyone has a story about cancer. Patients. Families. Friends. Communities. Cancer affects millions of people across Europe.

"Even a short course of antibiotic therapy, lasting only a few days, can reorganize the intestinal microbiota and cause gastrointestinal disorders. Frequent treatments perpetuate this dysbiosis, increasing the risk of intestinal diseases. The use of antibiotics must always be justified.

Very interesting research at Yale University ! 👇

One year of MedLit. Over the past year, the MedLit project has taken its first steps: bringing partners together across Europe, engaging communities through co-creation activities, and laying the foundations for a free, multilingual platform (English, Greek, German and Polish)

Medicine Myths vs Facts 🩺 During the holidays, we often hear advice like: “Take antibiotics to recover faster” ❌ MYTH “Expired medicines are fine” ❌ MYTH ✅ FACTS protect health, prevent misuse, and keep everyone safe. #MedLit #MedicationLiteracy #HappyHolidays

Historic day for EU medicines! EMA welcomes political agreement on new pharmaceutical legislation – the biggest reform in 20+ years. 👉 Faster patient access 👉 Stronger supply security 👉 More support for innovation 📖 Learn more: www.ema.europa.eu/en/news/ema-...

Interesting new insight 👇

🗨️This year has marked a clear shift from talking about ‘AI potential’ to dealing with ‘AI in use’, and with that a sharper focus on how safely AI is being deployed.🗨️ New blog on the hub this week - 2025: A turning point for digital patient safety. www.pslhub.org/learn/commis... #patientsafety

TGIF 🌿 Staying healthy helps us enjoy the weekend — and it also means fewer antibiotics are needed. Vaccines are part of prevention: they reduce infections and complications before treatment is needed. Good for people. Good for communities. #TGIF #Health #UnitedInProtection

Emotionally supportive marriages may protect against obesity through brain-gut connection. #science #health #news www.lifescience.net/news/6773/em...

𝗘𝗘𝗥𝗔 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀. #EERSS2026 "𝘖𝘯 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘌𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘌𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩". 15-19 June 2026 in Chemnitz, Germany. Lectures, workshops, peer group discussions and more: 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝟭𝟱 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲. #EduSci Full info: https://tinyurl.com/36z5fa6e

The Atlantic has chosen 65 titles to help foster a child’s lifelong relationship with books and to give these formative works the respect and scrutiny they deserve. Ellen Cushing explains why she chose "The Snowy Day." Explore the full list at the link: theatln.tc/ktFFrmrR

Sehr interessanter Podcast für deutschsprachige Hörer. 👇 #UnitedInProtection

Happening today! 🔆 👇

World AMR Awareness Week 2025: Act Now. Protect Our Present. Secure Our Future. We invite physicians and medical associations worldwide to raise their voices and champion the fight against AMR. 🔗 Learn more: https://ow.ly/63Fs50XwMYl #WAAW25 #AMR #NCDs

🦠 World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW): 18–24 November “Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future.” Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) happens when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites no longer respond to the medicines designed to kill them. #MedLit #ErasmusPlus #MedicineLiteracy #HealthLiteracy

I never tire of seeing the amazing success of HPV vaccination. We are seeing the elimination of a leading oncogenic virus pathogen in real time (Source: GAVI) www.gavi.org/vaccineswork...

Assessing #antibiotic consumption in acute care #hospitals: Gröschner et al. found regional differences in use across the country, particularly for beta-lactams, tetracyclines and fluoroquinolones 💊 bit.ly/EUS3045AMR Let's #KeepAntibioticsWorking #EAAD #WAAW #IDSky #EpiSky #MedSky🧪🦠#MicroSky

DON'T MISS IT! From Resistance to Resilience: healthcare workers leading the change. Join public health professionals, academia, patients' and NGO's representatives and let's talk about the ways to #KeepAntibioticsWorking! #EAAD2025 online event starts at 1PM CET! Register: bit.ly/EAAD2025Regi...

Antibiotic resistance is a serious and growing public health challenge in Europe. Misuse and overuse make bacteria resistant, making infections harder to treat.

🧬 Good immunity is built day by day. New research shows how sleep quality and balanced nutrition help regulate inflammation and strengthen key immune responses. Small daily habits → stronger long-term defenses. #GoodImmunity #VIVI #Prevention #HealthLiteracy

📢 AMR World Week Webinar Announcement Join us for a special session co-hosted by the International Pediatric Association (IPA) and the World Health Organization @who.int, featuring experts from across the globe. 🔗 From Scarce to Sophisticated (bit.ly/4839l2b)

„Einander Verstehen. Gemeinsam in die Zukunft“ Unter diesem Motto stand der Akademientag 2025 in Heidelberg. Wer nicht dabeisein konnte, kriegt hier eine prägnante Zusammenfassung: youtu.be/KQAbV7LeQWQ

✈️ Next stop: #EPH2025 in Helsinki 🇫🇮 The Vaccine Safety Initiative joins the 18th European Public Health Conference to exchange ideas, share new science, and strengthen collaboration for prevention and health across Europe. 🌍 #VIVI #PublicHealth #GoodImmunity

📍 Great discussions at the #VaccinesToday Workshop in Brussels (5 Nov)! The #MedLit #Erasmus+ team @vaccinesafety.bsky.social shared how improving medication literacy helps empower people to use medicines safely and effectively — from everyday meds to vaccines. #HealthLiteracy #ErasmusPlus

🌿 What does good immunity really mean? It’s more than “not getting sick.” It’s a lifelong balance — where your body learns, adapts & stays resilient from childhood to old age. How science is redefining immune health → 🧬 #GoodImmunity #VIVI #Prevention

It was a pleasure and a great honor to present on @ERASMUS_MedLit during this high-impact #ESWI2025 panel. .., Great discussion with many new ideas emerging... Stay tuned!🔆

World Mental Health Day at the University of Rzeszów (October 9–10). During the conference, we discussed many important and timely topics, including the safe use of medications in children with neurodiversity. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MedLit #ErasmusPlus #HealthLiteracy #MentalHealthAwareness

EPHA welcomes the Infectious Disease Alliance (IDA) as a member! IDA envisions a world with a significantly reduced #InfectiousDiseases burden, where everyone, regardless of location, has access to prevention and treatment. #PublicHealth #EPHAMembers #EUHealthPolicy

Looking forward to presenting @MedLit at #ESWI2025!

World Mental Health Day🧠 Mental health is an essential part of our overall wellbeing, yet millions in Europe still face barriers to accessing mental health services. 46% of Europeans experienced emotional or psychosocial problems and many did not seek professional help. #MedLit

Eating a healthy plant-based diet may lower the risk of #dementia in older people with cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, or stroke, and the quality of the plant-based diet could be crucial. This is according to a new KI study published in JACC: Advances 🧪 news.ki.se/plant-based-...

Europe faces complex challenges—from climate change to misinformation. Join @ecdc.europa.eu at #EHFG2025 today from 10:30 to explore how bold investment in health security can save lives, protect economies, and strengthen health systems. Register to watch 🔗 bit.ly/4n1g7v1 #SolidarityInHealth

From TikTok videos touting mouth tape and weighted blankets, to magazines ranking insomnia-curbing pillows, sleep advice is everywhere go.nature.com/48eVeIW