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Help us improve our reports on HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis surveillance.

Find out how in the post below or go straight to the survey here: bit.ly/4B2ip4U

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Update of the #Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC - 12 Oct:
On 11 Oct, DRC reported a total of 8 978 cases and 4 336 deaths (64 new cases & 21 deaths since the last update).

945 patients remain in isolation.

EU/EEA risk assessment remains VERY LOW.
More info: bit.ly/ECDCEbolaDRC

#IDsky #EpiSky

Last week in epidemiology - check our regular report on active public health threats - the CDTR and find out what ECDC was focusing its epidemiological surveillance activities on!

Full report here: bit.ly/3WgiTV4
#Epidemiology #PublicHealth #CDTR #Surveillance

Our digital lives can affect our mental wellbeing.

On World Mental Health Day, we’re highlighting the importance of a safer online environment that supports people’s mental health, while ensuring everyone can benefit from digital technologies.

More: link.europa.eu/vJdpDN

Donated blood, tissues and cells are substances of human origin, or #SoHO.

ECDC develops guidelines to help prevent infections being passed on through donated blood, tissues and cells.

Donors make these treatments possible. Science and EU safety standards support their safe use.

bit.ly/ECDCSoHO

Donation can change lives in more ways than you might think.

On #EuropeanDonationDay, we celebrate organ, tissue and cell donation under the theme #SharingLives.

🚨 Remember! 🚨
Preventive measures can help reduce transmission & protect those at risk. They include:
💪 vaccination
🙌 frequent handwashing
↔️ physical distance
👥 avoiding large gatherings
💨 proper ventilation
😷 wearing masks in healthcare settings.

#ERVISS #RespiratoryViruses #COVID19 #ECDC

We are restarting publishing weekly updates on the respiratory viruses trends across Europe.

Weekly respiratory viruses update - week 40.

- SARS-CoV-2 circulation is 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗗.
- Influenza circulation and hospitalisations remain at 𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗟𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟.
- RSV circulation remains at 𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗟𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟.

🔗 erviss.org

ECDC does not recommend broad A(H5) vaccination across the EU/EEA.

Targeted vaccination may be considered for exposed groups under national recommendations.

More: bit.ly/4dvUmBv
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#IdSky #EpiSky #PublicHealth #AvianInfluenza

#AvianInfluenza A(H5N1) continues to circulate in birds & other animals across Europe, while human infections remain rare.

An ECDC survey of 27 EU/EEA countries found 8 had A(H5) vaccination recommendations, 8 were developing them & 11 had no plans. 5 had started vaccinating exposed groups.

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Despite the record number of cases, there is no indication of increased severity.

As the season continues, surveillance, mosquito control and protection from mosquito bites remain important.

👉 More: bit.ly/3UhO8P1
#PublicHealth #IDsky #EpiSky

West Nile virus reaches a new record in the EU.

So far this year, 1,715 locally acquired human cases have been reported, with Italy and Greece reporting the largest share. The virus is also being detected further north, including Belgium and the Netherlands.

#WestNileVirus #MosquitoBorne

Update of the Ebola virus disease outbreak in DRC - 8 Oct:
On 7 Oct, DRC reported a total of 8 728 cases and 4 205 deaths (63 new cases & 27 deaths since the last update).

1 066 patients remain in isolation.

EU/EEA risk assessment remains VERY LOW.
More info: bit.ly/ECDCEbolaDRC

🐔🥚 Can you safely eat poultry and eggs during bird-flu outbreaks?
Yes. Poultry meat and eggs sold in the EU are safe to eat. Strict controls help prevent products from infected birds entering the food chain.
🔗 Learn more: link.europa.eu/bnq87H
#NoBirdFlu

We are hiring!
#ECDC is looking for:

🧠 Learning and Development Officer
📅 Apply by 4 Nov 2026, 12:00

🦟 Scientific Officer Medical Entomology
📅 Apply by 15 Oct 2026, 12:00

Both positions are based in Stockholm.

Interested? Check the criteria and apply: bit.ly/ECDCJobs
#WeAreHiring #PublicHealth

Maybe then we can interest you with some publications too! :)

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What do we know about doxy-PEP for preventing bacterial STIs, and what should be considered before it is used in practice?

Join our webinar for a look at the latest evidence on its effectiveness, benefits and limitations.

📅 21 October
🕒 15:00–16:30 CEST
🔗 Registration bit.ly/3TQmV5I
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ECDC contributed to the sections on preventing communicable disease transmission through #SoHO.

The guide also supports preparations for the EU SoHO Regulation, which applies from 7 August 2027.

Read full: bit.ly/4hRUpJ3
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🆕 A new European guide on the quality and safety of tissues and cells for clinical use is out.

Published by EDQM, it updates technical standards and good practice across the full chain, from donor selection to clinical application.

bit.ly/4hRUpJ3

#SoHO

PHEOCs help bring information, expertise and coordination together during emergencies, supporting timely and coherent response.

The workshop is part of the EOC-NET European Regional Forum, jointly led by @ecdc.europa.eu and WHO/Europe.

#PublicHealth #Preparedness #EmergencyResponse