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"One Substance, One Assessment" - EU agencies join forces
New rules to streamline EU chemical assessments entered into force on 1 January 2026. Among our new tasks, EFSA will work with other EU agencies to create a common data platform on chemicals.
Avian influenza: new outbreaks expected in Europe until winter ends
In the last part of the year, detections of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) viruses in wild birds in Europe have surged.
Serious Listeria infections rising in Europe, EU report warns
Changing diets and an ageing population may be contributing to a rise in serious Listeria infections across Europe, according to the new EU One Health Zoonoses Report from EFSA and ECDC.
Microplastics: European Parliament requests scientific advice from EFSA
The European Parliament has requested EFSA to deliver a scientific opinion on the potential health risks posed by microplastics in food, water and air. Public interest in this issue has grown rapidly in recent years, yet major knowledge gaps remain – making this work both timely and relevant.
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