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European Health Forum Gastein @gasteinforum.bsky.social · 7d

The European #HealthUnion thrives on collaboration. Networks and partnerships are the backbone of our shared resilience.

Join DG SANTE from 12:15 today at #EHFG2025 to explore how breaking silos boosts public health and strengthens our health security 👉 bit.ly/4n1g7v1.

European Health Forum Gastein 2025

EHFG 2025: Rethinking solidarity in health Healing Europe´s fractured social contract

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 7d

Another development for the #EUSky community 👇

EU Science, Research & Innovation @scienceinnovation.ec.europa.eu · 8d

The European Commission is pleased to launch this new Science, Research & Innovation account. We look forward to connecting with the community on Bluesky! 🧪

Here you will find:
- EU scientific news
- Horizon Europe funding opportunities
- Innovative EU-supported projects
- Events, tools & resources

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 9d

If you’re interested in #publichealth, follow official @gasteinforum.bsky.social channels for news and updates: bsky.app/profile/gast...

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 9d

Physically in Brussels but imagining I’m in Gastein this week.
A reminder that it’s free to follow the main sessions online.
Registration and agenda below 👇

www.ehfg.org/conference/p...

EHFG — Programme

www.ehfg.org

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 11d

Did you know that there about 28 m² of green space per Brussels inhabitant?

I’ll continue the EU sports week challenge over the weekend, then Monday and Tuesday, but hopefully I’ll make also time for more walks after that too.

Some of my pictures from this week’s park walks.

Three Autumn coloured leaves lying on the ground

A green conker shell split open and revealing the brown conker inside.

A spiky purple flower in the foreground with fresh green grass behind.

View looking up the trunk of a tree, showing the peeling bark, green leaves and blue, cloudy sky above.

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 12d

In a recent Eurobarometer, 41% of people said they were simply “too busy” to be active. Relatable, no?

I know sport helps my physical and mental health, so during the 10th edition of the European Week of Sport I'm challenging myself to go for little walks and not get so stuck at my desk.

How to fit exercise into your routine this autumn

The European Week of Sport encourages all Europeans to #BeActive - at school, at work, and on their way there. Taking small steps like walking, cycling or taking the stairs can make a big difference.

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 14d

It’s that time of year again.

Remember frequent hand washing and catching coughs/sneezes in a tissue can help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses!

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 15d

Information manipulation can prevent people from making informed decisions by misleading them.

Sharing these tips to stay alert in case anyone needs a reminder 👇

#FactsMatter

6 tips to spot and stop information manipulation

Discover our visual story with tips to help you spot false or misleading content and stay safe online.

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 16d

Important #EUSky development

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EP Press Service @press.europarl.europa.eu · 20d

We are delighted to announce that the European Parliament's Bluesky family is expanding, with the arrival of accounts for each of the Parliament's Committees 🦋

Check out the full list below, and follow them for regular updates on Committee activity - votes, meetings, etc.!

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 16d

Welcome @sant.europarl.europa.eu 👇

Public Health Committee @sant.europarl.europa.eu · 16d

The European Parliament’s Committee on Public Health is now on Bluesky 🦋!

Follow us for regular Committee updates and activities - meetings, votes, missions, and more - and for more information visit our website at www.europarl.europa.eu/committees/e...

Highlights | Home | SANT | Committees | European Parliament

www.europarl.europa.eu

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 16d

Working with content creators and ambassadors for public health: this is the topic for my morning, thanks to @ecdc.europa.eu.

Also inspired by #EUInfluencer debates, are there (more) trusted voices that can be tapped into here on Bluesky, or are we simply shouting into a void/the echo chamber?

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European Medicines Agency @ema.europa.eu · 23d

Together with many European medicines authorities, we’re joining the campaign #medicinesarenotsweets🍬

Make sure you use over-the-counter medicines safely. They may be easy to buy, but they are not candy.

Find out more about the campaign: www.hma.eu/about-hma/re...

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European Commission @ec.europa.eu · 17d

Peace starts with us.

The European Union was created to turn a divided continent into one of dialogue between 🇪🇺 countries, cooperation, and solidarity.

Peace is not just part of our past — it remains our mission.

Today and every day.

#PeaceDay

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 18d

It’s not spam, I promise… just a bit of self promotion 🫣
#EUInfluencer

ZN @znconsulting.com · 18d

Spotlighting the Top 5 in Healthcare at #EUinfluencer2025! 🏥

🥇 Claire Skentelbery
🥈 @ktowens.bsky.social
🥉 Nathalie Moll
🏅 @gerardofortuna.bsky.social
🏅 @pietercleppe.bsky.social

👏 Congrats to these voices shaping Europe’s healthcare future!

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 18d

Hanging out at #EUInfluencer this evening: familiar talks about making EU comms resonate with people, the next generation meeting audiences on Instagram and now AI.
But even nicer, many familiar, friendly faces that is in stark contrast to the conflict and polarisation on social media today.

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 19d

I'm seeing a lot of posts about the best timing for Hepatitis B vaccination today (linked to discussions in the US).

As a reminder you can find out more about the disease and EU countries' national schedules on the European Vaccination Information Portal 👇
vaccination-info.europa.eu/en/hepatitis-b

Hepatitis B

Key facts on hepatitis B, symptoms, complications, risk factors, how it spreads, prevention, and treatment.

vaccination-info.europa.eu

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 20d

Was great to join this event today and hear about communicating about vaccination with empathy.
Looking forward to seeing how the training will be rolled out to meet more healthcare professionals.
And as a added bonus, I got to meet @lewan.bsky.social in person after following him for many years!

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Scientific Advice Mechanism @euscienceadvice.bsky.social · Jul 24

What if human health isn’t the centre, but one part of a larger system? Our webinar explores how One Health invites us to rethink our place in the web of life and why that matters more than ever. 🌿
Replay now: scadv.eu/ADtP9hp

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 23d

Today's global challenges are also putting pressure on the health sector, requiring better preparedness and collaboration at all levels.

Keeping an eye on the informal meeting of EU health ministers this week 👇
#EPSCO

Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2025 @eu2025dk.bsky.social · 23d

What will the future of European life sciences and the fight against antimicrobial resistance look like?

And how can we strengthen preparedness against cross-border health threats?

These questions will be discussed when EU health ministers meet on 16 September in Copenhagen 🇩🇰 🇪🇺

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 26d

Crazy to think that 6 years ago today the EU and WHO brought hundreds of people together for a global vaccination summit in Brussels, united in the message that #VaccinesWork, and today, well we are where we are today…

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 27d

What's it like living with a rare or undiagnosed condition?

More specifically, how does it make you feel?

This #RareBarometer study - initiated by @eurordis.bsky.social - hopes to provide insights into what supports can help patients & their families manage everyday life.

www.eurordis.org

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European Health Forum Gastein @gasteinforum.bsky.social · 27d

‼️ Did you know the #EHFG2025 is 🆓 for online participants?

Join discussions on #WomensHealth, #PrimaryHealthcare, #SocialPrescribing, #HealthInequalities, #AI, #LungHealth, #NCDs, #ClimateChange, #HealthSecurity & more!

✍️ Register now: www.ehfg.org

#SolidarityInHealth

European Health Forum Gastein

30 September - 3 October | Hybrid Conference | Bad Hofgastein, Austria

www.ehfg.org

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 27d

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 28d

Full #SOTEU speech here: commission.europa.eu/strategy-and...

State of the Union 2025

On 10 September 2025, President von der Leyen delivers the State of the Union (SOTEU) annual address to the European Parliament. Tune in to find out more.

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Katie Owens @ktowens.bsky.social · 28d

“As a medical doctor by training, I’m appalled by the disinformation that threatens global progress on everything from measles to polio…today I can announce that the EU will head a new Global Health Resilience Initiative”

Welcome words from President von der Leyen in today’s State of the EU address

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