A multi-country outbreak of Salmonella infections has been linked to alfalfa sprouted seeds. Between January and May 2026, 109 confirmed cases and 18 hospitalisations were reported across Europe and the UK. Read more in our news item here: www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/news-even... #EFSA #ECDC

🐦 Bird flu outbreaks fell in the EU during spring and are expected to remain low over the summer. ⬇️ Read the latest quarterly monitoring report from EFSA, @ecdc.europa.eu and the EU Reference Laboratory (EURL): 🔗 link.europa.eu/GcbchW #H5N1 #AvianFlu | @efsa-biohaw.bsky.social

Update of the Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 26 June: --- DRC: On 25 June, DRC reported a total of 1155 confirmed cases, including 304 deaths & 385 suspected cases. 37 new cases & 5 deaths were reported since 25 June. --- EU/EEA: 1 confirmed case reported in France on 24 June.

Tick season is here. 🕷️ But how much do we really know about the tiny creatures that can transmit serious diseases? A new episode of #ECDCOnAir looks at why tick-borne diseases matter for public health in Europe. #Ticks #Podcast #PublicHealth #ScienceCommunication #IDsky #EpiSky #Prevention

Update of the Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 25 June: --- DRC: On 24 June, DRC reported a total of 1118 confirmed cases, including 291 deaths & 408 suspected cases. 24 new cases & 14 deaths were reported since 24 June. --- EU/EEA: 1 confirmed case reported in France on 24 June.

🌱 EFSA and @ecdc.europa.eu have identified alfalfa sprouted seeds as the likely source of a multi-country #Salmonella outbreak. Between Jan–May 2026, 109 confirmed cases were reported across 10 EU/EEA countries and the UK. Authorities have implemented control measures. link.europa.eu/Q9tGfg

Join us on 18–20 November in Stockholm or online for three days of inspiring discussions, knowledge sharing, and networking in applied infectious disease epidemiology. 👉 Attendance is free, but registration is required - secure your spot today here www.escaide.eu/en/attending...

Update of the Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 24 June: --- DRC: On 23 June, DRC reported a total of 1094 confirmed cases, including 277 deaths & 387 suspected cases. 46 new cases & 10 deaths were reported since 23 June. --- EU/EEA: 1 confirmed case reported in France on 24 June.

As France confirms the first imported case of Ebola disease in Europe linked to the current outbreak, we are calling on European governments to continue strengthening their preparedness. Read more: bit.ly/4oM8GtH #IDsky #EPiSky #PublicHealth #EbolaOutbreak 🧵

We have published a rapid systematic review examining the clinical risk factors associated with severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) outcomes in adults. As new #RSV vaccines become available, understanding who is most at risk of severe disease is becoming increasingly important. #IDsky #EpiSky

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 23 June: -- DRC: On 22 June, DRC reported a total of 1048 confirmed cases, including 267 deaths & 371 suspected cases. 45 new cases & 13 deaths were reported since 22 June. --- Risk assessment for EU/EEA stays unchanged - VERY LOW. #IDsky #EpiSky

📅 Reminder that registrations to join #ESCAIDE2026 online and in Stockholm are opening this Thursday at noon. 💡 Spots to join us in person are limited and given on a first-come, first-served basis, so if you want to come to Stockholm, you should register as soon as possible!

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 22 June: -- DRC: On 21 June, DRC reported a total of 1003 confirmed cases, including 254 deaths & 365 suspected cases. 166 new cases & 58 deaths were reported since 17 June. --- Risk assessment for EU/EEA stays unchanged - VERY LOW. #IDsky #EpiSky

We have published updated technical guidelines for hepatitis B and C virus (HBV and HCV) screening of donors of substances of human origin (SoHO), including blood, stem cells, reproductive cells and tissues. Read more: bit.ly/4gyMeCf #IDsky #EpiSky #MedSky #PublicHealth #SoHO

Preparedness starts with understanding both the risks we face and how to respond to them. As the Ebola outbreak caused by Bundibugyo virus continues in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, #ECDC has published two new resources to support preparedness in Europe. 🧵 #IDsky #EpiSky

#ECDC is expanding its presence on the ground in response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak in DRC & Uganda. Experts are joining #EUHealthTaskForce teams to support outbreak response activities in the region & strengthen preparedness in neighbouring countries. Read more: bit.ly/4fTgt6K #IDsky #EpiSky

#JustPublished! #ECDC has issued a rapid risk assessment detailing recent multi-country clusters of #dermatophilosis - a bacterial skin infection. Current data point to human-to-human transmission occurring through close physical skin contact, within interconnected sexual networks & close settings.

Andes hantavirus outbreak uptade - 17 June: risk to EU/EEA general population 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗟𝗢𝗪. --- No change in case count. --- As of 17 June, some of the identified contacts have completed quarantine, while others are expected to do so soon. Authorities continue to monitor the identified contacts. 🧵

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 17 June: -- DRC: On 16 June, DRC reported a total of 837 confirmed cases, including 196 deaths & 376 suspected cases. 29 new cases & 4 deaths reported since the previous update. --- Risk assessment for EU/EEA stays unchanged - VERY LOW. #IDsky #EpiSky

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 16 June: -- DRC: On 15 June, DRC reported a total of 808 confirmed cases, including 192 deaths & 363 suspected cases. 26 new cases & 11 deaths reported since the previous update. --- Risk assessment for EU/EEA stays unchanged - VERY LOW. #IDsky #EpiSky

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 15 June: -- DRC: On 14 June, DRC reported a total of 782 confirmed cases, including 181 deaths & 359 suspected cases. 106 new cases & 45 deaths reported since the previous update. --- Risk assessment for EU/EEA stays unchanged - VERY LOW. #IDsky #EpiSky

One donation. Multiple lives changed. Today, we celebrate everyone who chooses to give blood and help save lives. At #ECDC, we help keep blood, tissues and cells safe by monitoring infectious disease threats and supporting safe donation through scientific guidance. Thank you, blood donors ❤️🩸

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 12 June: -- DRC: On 11 June, DRC reported a total of 676 confirmed cases, including 136 deaths & 262 suspected cases. 41 new cases & 9 deaths reported since the previous update. --- Risk assessment for EU/EEA stays unchanged - VERY LOW. #IDsky #EpiSKy

While imported Ebola disease cases in Europe are expected to be 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗘, healthcare professionals need the right information to recognise & safely manage suspected cases. --- We have published a set of supporting resources for healthcare & public health professionals. 🧵⬇️ bit.ly/ECDCEbolaDRC

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 11 June: -- DRC: On 10 June, DRC reported a total of 635 confirmed cases, including 127 deaths & 260 suspected cases. 37 new cases & 12 deaths reported since the previous update. --- Risk assessment for EU/EEA stays unchanged - VERY LOW.

Recognising a rare disease isn't something healthcare professionals do every day, but being prepared 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲. While imported Ebola disease cases in Europe are expected to be 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗥𝗔𝗥𝗘, awareness remains essential. #IDsky #EpiSky #PublicHealth #Ebola #Prevention

Update on the Andes hantavirus outbreak - 11 June: risk to EU/EEA general population remains 𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗗 and 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗟𝗢𝗪. --- As of 11 June, 13 cases have been reported in total, including 12 confirmed and one probable case. #HantavirusAndes #PublicHealth #IDsky #EpiSky #OutbreakResponse

2026 #ESWISummit kicks off with a keynote from Edoardo Colzani @ecdc.europa.eu - early season vaccine effectiveness estimates = "fundamental". More focus needed on predicting the impact of #Influenza in the coming season + prevention in high risk settings like long term care facilities. #ESWI

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 10 June: -- DRC: On 9 June, DRC reported a total of 598 confirmed cases, including 115 deaths & 297 suspected cases. 48 new cases & 14 deaths reported since the previous update. --- Risk assessment for EU/EEA stays unchanged - VERY LOW.

Healthcare professional looking for more tailored information on the current Ebola disease outbreak? We have just published a dedicated Questions & Answers page for you! Click ➡️ bit.ly/4vCiybN #EbolaDisease #Ebola #PublicHealth #Preparedness #BundibugyoVirus #IDsky #EpiSky

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 09 June: -- DRC: On 8 June, DRC reported a total of 550 confirmed cases, including 101 deaths & 309 suspected cases 35 cases and 10 deaths were reported since the previous update on 8 June. --- More information: bit.ly/ECDCEbolaDRC #IDsky #EpiSky

Super inspiring discussions today on health information integrity at this seminar, organised together with @ec.europa.eu, @ecdc.europa.eu and @ema.europa.eu. The challenge is huge, but a lot is being done. Our goal for today: join the teams up, reduce overlap and enhance synergies. 🤝

#ECDC has updated its Ebola disease advice within the Risk Assessment Guidelines for Infectious Diseases Transmitted on Aircraft - #RAGIDA - bit.ly/ECDCRAGIDA This infographic explains what travellers from the affected regions should know about the current outbreak - bit.ly/3Q1aQJg

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 05 June: -- On 4 June, the DRC Ministry of Health published updated figures reporting a total of 381 confirmed cases, including 64 deaths & 233 suspected cases. 18 new cases and 2 deaths were reported since the previous update. bit.ly/ECDCEbolaDRC

Our EPIET/EUPHEM & PAE fellows are taking learning to the field - practicing Rapid Health Assessments in complex emergencies and estimating population size using KoBoCollect. #PublicHealth #EmergencyResponse #MSF #EPIET #EUPHEM #PAE

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - update 4 June: -- 3 June - DRC published updated figures reporting a total of - 363 confirmed cases including 62 deaths - 206 suspected cases. 19 new confirmed cases and two deaths were reported since the previous day’s update. #IDsky #EpiSky #Ebola

Who gets access to scarce vaccines first? When, if ever, should individual freedoms be restricted to protect public health? How do authorities earn - and keep - public trust when facts remain unclear? Join the next #ECDCLighthouse webinar: 🗓️ 23 June 2026 🕕 13:00-14:00 CEST 💻 Online - bit.ly/4x9AOuB

The #ECDC fellowship is in Athens, with the Greek National School of Public Health hosting the Rapid Assessment & Survey Methods Module! From surveys, sampling techniques to complex emergencies, fellows are building skills to assess, monitor & respond through real-world scenarios. #EPIET #EUPHEM

🗺️ Updated maps on disease vectors across Europe Ahead of the transmission season, together with @ecdc.europa.eu we've updated 50+ maps on vectors affecting animal and human health. Developed via #VectorNet project and now colour blind friendly. 👉 Discover more: link.europa.eu/6nHM67 #FoodSafety

As Europe faces up to the challenge of a number of different public health threats, #ECDC Director Pamela Rendi-Wagner updated MEPs today on the Centre’s work, including the ongoing Ebola disease. Find the recording of the @sant.europarl.europa.eu hearing here: bit.ly/43cQe3G #PublicHealth #SANT

Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - update 03 June: -- 2 June - DRC published updated figures reporting a total of - 344 confirmed cases including 60 deaths - 116 suspected cases. 23 new confirmed cases were reported since the previous day’s update.

ECDC Director Pamela Rendi-Wagner will take part in the annual exchange of views with the European Parliament's SANT Committee. The hearing will provide an opportunity to discuss ECDC's current activities, review key achievements since last exchange & answer questions from the MEPs. LIVE at 9:30 AM

🗓️Wed 3/06, 9.30 CEST - debate in @sant.europarl.europa.eu @ecdc.europa.eu annual activity report - exchange of views with Director Pamela Rendi-Wagner 🎥Watch live: multimedia.europarl.europa.eu/en/sant-comm...

The 2026 West Nile virus season is underway. Our first weekly seasonal surveillance report is now available. As of 27 May 2026, one human case of West Nile virus infection has been reported in Europe, from North Macedonia. wnv-weekly.ecdc.europa.eu #IDsky #EpiSky #PublicHealth #WestNileVirus

Experience from previous outbreaks shows that while Ebola disease cases can occur in EU, they remain rare. As the outbreak continues, we published an updated rapid scientific advice to support preparedness & public health action if a suspected or confirmed case is identified during/after a flight.

Last week in epidemiology - check our weekly Communicable Disease Threats Report - CDTR and find out what active public health threats are being followed by ECDC! Read the full report here ➡️ bit.ly/4cZVmN0 #IDsky #EpiSky #PublicHealth #Ebola #Cholera #Hantavirus #WestNileVirus #COVID19 #Flu #RSV

Update of the Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 01 June: -- As of 31 May 2026, the number of confirmed & suspected Ebola disease cases & deaths is increasing in the affected countries: DRC & Uganda. -- In DRC (data as of 31 May): 282 confirmed cases, incl. 42 deaths 220 suspected cases

Questions about the current Ebola disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo & Uganda? This Q&A explains what Ebola disease is, how it spreads, the symptoms to look out for & the current risk for people living in Europe. bit.ly/ECDCEbolaDRC #Ebola #PublicHealth #QuestionsAndAnswers

Update of the Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC & Uganda - 29 May - risk to EU/EEA - VERY LOW. -- DRC (data as of 28 May): 125 confirmed cases, 17 deaths 906 suspected cases, 223 deaths -- Uganda: 9 confirmed cases, 1 death 3 cases travel related. bit.ly/ECDCEbolaDRC #IDsky #EpiSky #Ebola

#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