by European Public Health Alliance | Jun 5, 2018 | Food, Drink and Agriculture | Latest Developments, Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
If the current wave of childhood obesity is not stopped, more than one in three adults will be obese in some European countries by 2025[1]. A collaboration of 31 research, advocacy and governmental organisations from 16 countries will today (5 June) launch Europe’s...
by EPHA | Mar 13, 2018 | Food, Drink and Agriculture | Latest Developments
Last year the European Commission provided the alcohol industry with the opportunity to come up with a self-regulatory proposal on alcohol labelling, an opportunity which the industry has ignored. In their Joint Statement, the alcohol industry is avoiding the...
by Rosemary Hindle | Mar 8, 2018 | Mental Health
This year’s celebration of International Women’s Day coincides with European Parliament discussions on a proposed Directive on Work-Life Balance for Parents and Carers. This represents an important opportunity for the European Union to take action in favour of gender...
by Giulia Vettore | Mar 5, 2018 | Europe and Health
New report reveals toxics in European carpets threatening health, environment and circular economy 5 March 2018, Brussels. Toxic substances linked to a range of adverse health impacts can be present in carpets sold in the European Union (EU), the European Public...
by European Public Health Alliance | Feb 1, 2018 | Food, Drink and Agriculture | Latest Developments, Uncategorized
A new report by the Changing Markets Foundation and Globalization Monitor has revealed a lack of scientific consistency in the composition and claims of Nestlé’s infant milks sold in 40 different countries. The report “Busting the myth of science-based formula”...
