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The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control stressed the rise in measles and pertussis cases across the EU

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A nurse prepares vaccines in the Wizink Center, currently used for COVID-19 vaccinations in Madrid, Dec. 1, 2021.

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European health agencies have recommended a second COVID vaccine booster shot for vulnerable people and those over 60 in response to a new virus wave "ramping up".

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Scientists who have monitored numerous outbreaks in Africa say they are baffled by the recent spread of monkeypox in developed countries

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The virus is normally limited to certain parts of Africa but dozens of cases have now been confirmed across Europe, where authorities warn it could become endemic.

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The Omicron variant remains the dominant coronavirus variant circulating globally, but a string of Omicron subvariants has emerged, including BA.1, BA.2, BA.3, BA.4 and BA.5.

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Passengers departing from Amsterdam's Schiphol airport, wearing masks.

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Europe drops mandatory masks on planes and in airports

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European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control director Dr Andrea Ammon told reporters that the cause of the hepatitis outbreak was under investigation

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Three more children die in unexplained acute hepatitis outbreak

The unexplained cases of liver inflammation have led to at least 17 liver transplants and four deaths among patients aged under 16.

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The outbreak has affected almost 170 children in 12 countries around the world, the WHO said

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At least one child has died from mystery Hepatitis outbreak, WHO says

Health authorities are investigating the possible cause of an outbreak of 'acute hepatitis of unknown origin' that has claimed at least one life.

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Mysterious spike in hepatitis in children sees cases around Europe

Last week, health authorities warned countries to be on the alert following a spike in cases of hepatitis of unknown origin in children in the UK.

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A syringe is prepared with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at a vaccination clinic at the Keystone First Wellness Center in Chester, Pa., on December 15, 2021.

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Too early to consider 4th COVID vaccine dose, say EU medical bodies

While most people won't be considered for a fourth dose of COVID mRNA vaccine, those over 80 will be encouraged to get a second booster.

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Italian confectionary group Ferrero has recalled Kinder chocolate eggs in several European countries.

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EU officials investigate salmonella cases linked to chocolate eggs

Products have been recalled in several European countries as a "precautionary measure".

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Commuters wearing face masks to protect against COVID-19 while walking through the La Defense business district transportation hub in Paris, Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021

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Omicron variant expected to be dominant in EU by mid-January

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warned that the new Omicron COVID-19 variant is expected to become dominant in the EU by mid-January.

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Little is still known about the new Omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus

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We asked you what you wanted to know about Omicron and put your questions to an expert from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

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A person is vaccinated with the Pfizer vaccine against the coronavirus and the COVID-19 disease at vaccination bus in Berlin, Germany, Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021.

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COVID vaccines saved nearly half a million lives in Europe

A WHO and ECDC-run study shows that at least 470,000 lives were saved across 33 European countries due to vaccination rollout.

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November 18 marks European Antibiotics Awareness Day.

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German Health Minister Jens Spahn is vaccinated against influenza in a doctor's office in Berlin, Germany, Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021.

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EU health agency warns flu season could be severe for elderly

Early indicators suggest that the upcoming flu season could be severe for the elderly, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control said.

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A health worker prepares Pfizer vaccines during the national COVID-19 vaccination campaign in Pamplona, northern Spain.

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Focus on vaccines first not booster shots, says EU agency

The ECDC has urged European governments to prioritise their vaccination programmes over plans for booster shots.

02/09/2021

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Fully vaccinated people meeting inside don't need to wear masks - ECDC

Mask-free living? Some restrictions can be relaxed for fully-vaccinated individuals, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control says.

23/04/2021