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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

It’s that time of year again! COVID and flu jabs done in my local pharmacy during the lunch break 💪 As a cancer survivor and rare disease patient, I’m not taking any chance on my health. #VaccinesWork

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

A big day for health in the EU today: Commissioner Várhelyi launches #EUScreeningWeek: know your blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels Plus @sant.europarl.europa.eu vote on an #EUCancerPlan report, as well as an EU rare disease action plan. www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/pres...

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Mieux vaut prévenir que guérir! Who can argue with the title of this year's @europadonna.bsky.social Belgium symposium Covering a wide range of topics incl. environmental factors, nutrition & psychological wellbeing, it looks like an interesting day ▶️https://www.europadonna.be/edb-symposium-2026/

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EDB SYMPOSIUM 2026 - EuropaDonna.be - Coalition européenne contre le cancer du sein

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Feeling quite old here as @znconsulting.com unveil the 10th edition of the #EUInfluencer ranking. Glad I’m off that old platform, but a bit nostalgic sitting here with the old #EUTweetUp gang!

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Look what I found @jonworth.eu 👀 Should I bring the #EUTweetUp sign to the #EUinfluencer event tonight to help with the nostalgic vibes @znconsulting.com?!

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European Commission @ec.europa.eu · 16/09/2026

Last summer proved we need to step up dramatically our climate preparedness. Europe is warming at double the global rate. This is why we will present a European Heatwave Plan. For better early warning, health preparedness, and taking care of our most vulnerable. #SOTEU

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Let’s fight together for our European idea: President von der Leyen in the State of the Union address with several references so far to competing narratives and disinformation Follow #SOTEU live 👇

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

While we wait for the annual State of the European Union address this week, a little reminder that the EU policy is always underpinned by robust scientific evidence. audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/media/video/...

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Audiovisual Service - Science and Health go hand in hand

On World Health Day 2026, the European Commission encourages you to stand with science, rebuild trust, and show how public health helps people live and thrive.

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European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control @ecdc.europa.eu · 07/09/2026

Some of the most important work in public health happens long before an outbreak makes the news. Today, on #WorldFieldEpidemiologyDay, we celebrate the people working behind the scenes to detect signals, investigate outbreaks and strengthen preparedness. #IDsky #EpiSky #DiseaseDetectives

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

👏"Vaccine recommendations are, and must continue to be, anchored in science to achieve the best outcomes and maintain public trust."

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

⌛First day back in the office and the countdown to the next big event in Brussels is already on. Looking forward to following #SOTEU on 16 September, followed by informal discussions on digital comms a couple of days later with the #EUInfluencer crowd.

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European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control @ecdc.europa.eu · 21/08/2026

🔔 Check the schedule before the first bell! As summer ends and children go back to school, the outbreak in Sweden is a timely reminder to check your vaccination status. Measles is highly contagious, but preventing it is easy: two vaccine doses protect you for life. 🧵 3/4 #UnitedInProtection

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Protecting people - especially the most vulnerable - from heatwaves requires urgent action and closer collaborations. The EU Health Security Committee just published its recommendations on how to make this happen: ec.europa.eu/newsroom/san...

Man in hat drinking water against a sunny, orange background.

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Cases of West Nile virus seem to be on the rise. While it's not always easy to avoid bites, anyone who develops a high fever, rash or neck stiffness after a mosquito bite should get checked by a doctor.

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Jessika Roswall @jessikaroswall.ec.europa.eu · 13/07/2026

Today, I want to focus on a simple truth that is often overlooked. Pollution is not only an environmental problem. It is a human health problem, a development problem, and economic problem.

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European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control @ecdc.europa.eu · 12/06/2026

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

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Ebola disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda

On 17 May 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola virus disease outbreak caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emerge...

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European Medicines Agency @ema.europa.eu · 13/05/2026

Together with our partner EU agencies, we've been nominated for European Ombudsman Award for the @OneHealth_EU Instagram channel. Via this channel, we make #science, #health, environmental and safety topics more accessible. Vote project 21 before 15 June👉 enonet.eu/survey/index... 🧪 #SciComm

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

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. 🤝

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

EU health ministers are meeting online tomorrow for an informal exchange on the Ebola Bundibugyo virus outbreak in Central Africa. There will be a press conference with the Cyprus Minister of Health Neophytos Charalambides and Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi afterwards. #EPSCO

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Media advisory – Informal video conference of health ministers of 5 June 2026

Main agenda items, approximate timing, public sessions and press opportunities.

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

#Ebola: The EU Health Security Committee just adopted an opinion on a common approach to the Ebola Bundibugyo virus outbreak response. ▶️Latest epidemiological data ▶️Mechanisms and actions in place ▶️Recommendations for precautionary measures & exit screening ec.europa.eu/newsroom/san...

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

The latest #Ebola outbreak is a rapidly evolving situation. The EU is engaged with @who.int and Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention to provide support on the ground as well as guidance for national authorities. Keep track of the updates here: health.ec.europa.eu/health-secur...

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

There aren’t so many active EU accounts over here talking about public health issues, but rest assured the work on Ebola (and hantavirus) continues 👇

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European Commission @ec.europa.eu · 13/05/2026

Health threats do not stop at borders. Today, we launched the Global Health Resilience Initiative to strengthen preparedness, support resilient health systems, improve access to vaccines and medicines, and reinforce global cooperation. More: link.europa.eu/CXXPTr

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European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control @ecdc.europa.eu · 13/05/2026

Today, #ECDC held a press conference on the matter. You can watch the recording here: youtu.be/IbS-sFZJ3to Need more information? Check our outbreak page: www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/infectiou... and daily-updated Q&A: www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/infectiou... #EUHealthTaskForce

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ECDC Press Conference - 13 May - Andes hantavirus outbreak: update from ECDC

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

🌍Following yesterday's post on the #hantavirus outbreak, I am sharing the outcome of today's EU #HealthSecurity Committee meeting here too. Continued vigilance, monitoring and exchange are key as the situation continues to develop. ec.europa.eu/newsroom/san...

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Check out our new webpage on the EU coordination of the hantavirus public health response 👇 health.ec.europa.eu/health-secur...

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Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus @drtedros.who.int · 10/05/2026

MV Hondius cruise ship has reached the shores of Tenerife. We are in the port, coordinating the next steps for the safe disemarkment of the passengers. #hantavirus

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 08/05/2026

72% of Europeans say their country benefits from EU membership. With the global situation and the cost of living as main concerns, 73% view the EU as a stabilising force in an uncertain world. Together we are greater than the sum of our parts. link.europa.eu/Cd4BKK

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Please try to get your public health information from evidence based organisations like @ecdc.europa.eu 👇

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Erasmus+ @euerasmusplus.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

This European Mental Health Week, take control of your device: engage and connect safely. Set boundaries. Stay aware. Choose real connections... online & offline. With #ErasmusPlus, connections go beyond the screen. We are #InThisTogether! 🔗 link.europa.eu/G6dyMh @EU_Health

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

May is #MentalHealth awareness month. 4-8 May is #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek. Every interaction we have - online & offline - can affect our mental wellbeing. How does screen time make you & the young people in your life feel? We’re all #InThisTogether health.ec.europa.eu/inthistogeth...

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Much needed initiative, sadly👇

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Protecting young people’s #mentalhealth from excessive screentime, addictive algorithms, harmful content & behaviour is a shared responsibility. Next week, we’ll be sharing resources to help foster conversations & show how we’re all #InThisTogether. Don’t hesitate to reach out for more info.

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Effective crisis management relies on everyone being on board. Getting ready to speak about the importance of quality information during uncertain times at the #EuropeanCitizensPanel on preparedness. 📅 24–25 April | Brussels Follow live on the Citizens’ Engagement Platform lnkd.in/dyiKBvQ9

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

It’s the 20th European Immunisation Week & this year the slogan is “For every generation, vaccines work”. It’s particularly apt that I’m taking my teen for her booster on Wednesday. Have a read & check in with a healthcare professional to make sure you’re protected. ec.europa.eu/commission/p...

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

A little reminder that the EU and WHO #StandWithScience every day. Our public health policies are always based on robust scientific evidence. This important campaign will run all year 👇

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Public Health Committee @sant.europarl.europa.eu · 09/04/2026

🗓️ Tue 14/04, 11.00 CEST in @sant.europarl.europa.eu 🚩Simplifying & reducing the burden of the rules on medical devices & in vitro diagnostic medical devices - presentation by Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi 🎥Watch live: multimedia.europarl.europa.eu/en/sant-comm...

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WHO @who.int · 07/04/2026

This #WorldHealthDay, here's a simple reminder: stay curious, and follow evidence-based health information. Join the global conversation with #StandWithScience. Today's daily dose.

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Today is #WorldHealthDay. Still catching up with the amaze. amaze. amaze Artemis II footage, and cant help but think of the parallels with this year’s theme. Stand with science: for health, humanity and public good. #TogetherForHealth

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Full Fact @fullfact.org · 02/04/2025

“Facts Matter,” says Stephen Fry. “Verifiable, testable, provable facts.” Fact checking is vital in the fight against global misinformation. This #FactCheckingDay, show your support for accurate information. Tell the world why #FactsMatter.

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

It’s International #FactCheckingDay so remember: a healthy dose of caution is always a good idea when it’s about your health. Check official webpages and guidance before making decisions, and try to speak to a medically trained professional. And if something feels off, please don’t share it!

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

What do you know about patients rights regarding cross-border healthcare in Europe? A topic that’s particularly relevant for rare disease patients and the focus for today’s conference starting now: zoom.us/j/97864056423

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

With natural disasters, cyber threats, and geopolitical uncertainty all around us, what does it take to be prepared? I’m participating in a citizens panel of 150 Europeans this weekend to answer this question, & you can also have your say here: citizens.ec.europa.eu/online-debat...

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Online debate on Preparedness

We invite all EU citizens to take part in the online debate on preparedness...

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Luise Quaritsch @luisequaritsch.eurosky.social · 04/03/2026

Democracy Shield Update: On 24 Feb, the European Centre for Democratic Resilience was officially launched at the General Affairs Council. Commissioner McGrath presented its upcoming priorities, although in still vague terms. Specific projects are supposed to be proposed and led by Member States.

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The new European Centre for Democratic Resilience starts its work

At today\'s meeting of the General Affairs Council, EU Ministers were invited by the Commission and the Council Presidency to mark the start of the work of the European Centre for Democratic Resilienc...

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WHO @who.int · 27/02/2026

Social media can connect us, but it can also drain us. Here's how you can take back control of your digital space. Watch the daily dose.

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

A wonderful and inspiring evening at the @eurordis.bsky black pearl awards. Delighted to have walked away with many new connections and stories that will surely help me on my own rare disease journey. 💫

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Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu · 23/02/2026

Tonight, we adorn our European institutions with the colours of Ukraine. Two colours, carrying the spirit of courage.  Two colours, burning with resistance. Four years into Russia’s full-scale war, these colours are shining brighter than ever Slava Ukraini.

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