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Published on February 27, 2018 - 10:04 GMT

Antimicrobial resistance in zoonotic bacteria still high in humans, animals and food, say ECDC and EFSA

Bacteria from humans and animals continue to show resistance to antimicrobials according to a new report published today by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). The report highlights …

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Published on February 23, 2018 - 09:02 GMT

Register now: conference on global change and the spread of plant pests

Registration is open for a major scientific conference on the role of global change in the emergence of plant diseases and pests in Europe. The conference – co-organised by EFSA, the French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & …

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Published on February 21, 2018 - 11:42 GMT

Climate change and food safety – complete the EFSA survey

How does climate change relate to food safety, animal and plant health? Being prepared for future food safety challenges is part of EFSA’s job. Help us by completing a short survey by 7 March! Finding out about emerging food safety issues is an important …

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Published on February 19, 2018 - 13:09 GMT

Lumpy skin disease: vaccination leads to fall in outbreaks

Outbreaks of lumpy skin disease (LSD) in the Balkan region fell dramatically by 95% from 7,483 in 2016 to 385 in 2017. The figures confirm that vaccination of cattle – recommended by EFSA in 2016 – is the most effective way to contain the disease. A report …

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Published on February 16, 2018 - 12:31 GMT

Novel food applications: new administrative guidance for applicants

New guidance is available that will help applicants to prepare novel food applications. The administrative guidance includes a checklist of the data requirements outlined in EFSA’s “Guidance on the preparation and presentation of an application for …

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Published on February 6, 2018 - 15:46 GMT

EFSA’s Advisory Forum calls for more public investment in food safety research

National food safety authorities from all 28 EU Member States, Iceland and Norway have called for more public investment in food safety research and given a commitment to support European research through partnership building and training, among a range of …

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Published on January 24, 2018 - 13:45 GMT

New uncertainty approach to make advice ‘more transparent and robust’

EFSA has developed a harmonised approach to assessing and taking account of uncertainties in food safety, and animal and plant health. This approach will boost the transparency of the resulting scientific advice and make it more robust for decision-making …

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Published on January 24, 2018 - 10:16 GMT

Listeria infections increase in vulnerable groups

Listeria cases have increased among two groups of the population: people over 75 and women aged 25-44 (believed to be mainly pregnancy-related). This is one of the main conclusions of an EFSA scientific opinion on Listeria monocytogenes and risks to public …

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Published on January 23, 2018 - 17:27 GMT

Citrus black spot: new evidence reviewed

EFSA’s plant health experts have reviewed a study that suggests the pathogen which causes citrus black spot disease (CBS) is present in Europe. Phyllosticta citricarpa is listed as a quarantine plant pest in the EU and has never before been identified in …

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Published on January 23, 2018 - 13:06 GMT

EFSA confirms health concerns for hydroxyanthracene derivatives in food

Some substances belonging to a group of plant ingredients known as hydroxyanthracene derivatives can damage DNA and may cause cancer, said EFSA after assessing their safety when added to food. This group of substances naturally occurs in plants such as …

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Published on January 19, 2018 - 16:58 GMT

Emerging risks: nominations open for stakeholder group

EFSA is inviting nominations for membership of its stakeholder discussion group on emerging risks. Networking with stakeholders, Member States, EU and international agencies is a key step in developing the effectiveness of the emerging risks identification …

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Published on January 17, 2018 - 22:31 GMT

Updates on Salmonella Agona outbreak

The withdrawal and/or recall of infant formula produced by a single French processing company will significantly reduce the risk of more infants being infected by Salmonella Agona, say EFSA and ECDC as a result of a rapid outbreak assessment. An outbreak …

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Published on January 17, 2018 - 10:22 GMT

Chronic wasting disease: update on detection methods and occurrence

Diagnostic methods used in Norway detected chronic wasting disease (CWD) in reindeer, moose and red deer in 2016 and 2017, say EFSA experts. Until now, little was known about the efficacy of available methods for detecting the disease in Europe – as the …

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Published on January 16, 2018 - 09:11 GMT

New guidance on processing of applications for regulated products

An administrative guidance published today sets out the principles that EFSA follows when processing applications for regulated products. This is part of EFSA’s continuous efforts to support applicants throughout the life-cycle of their applications. The …

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Published on January 12, 2018 - 09:39 GMT

Public consultation: guidance on nanomaterials

EFSA has opened a public consultation on its draft guidance for the risk assessment of nanoscience and nanotechnology applications in the food and feed chain. The guidance covers the relevant areas within EFSA’s remit, such as novel foods, food contact …

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Published on January 10, 2018 - 10:33 GMT

Revised safe intake for 3-MCPD in vegetable oils and food

EFSA’s experts have used an updated scientific approach to reassess the possible long-term adverse effects of the food processing contaminant 3-MCPD on the kidney and male fertility. Consumption levels of 3-MCPD in food are considered safe for most …

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Published on January 9, 2018 - 08:16 GMT

Public consultation: sugars in food

EFSA is seeking feedback on the approach it plans to take for its upcoming assessment of dietary sugars. The aim of the assessment is to establish a cut-off value for intake of “free” sugars that is not associated with adverse health effects. EFSA’s Panel …

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Published on December 22, 2017 - 09:02 GMT

Protocol published for sodium DRVs

EFSA has finalised the protocol it will use to establish dietary reference values (DRVs) for sodium. The protocol, which is available on EFSA’s Knowledge Junction platform, was completed following a public consultation. The protocol will determine how EFSA …

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Published on December 19, 2017 - 08:25 GMT

European Parliament’s ENVI Committee visits EFSA

A delegation from the European Parliament’s Environment, Public Health and Food Safety (ENVI) Committee led by liaison MEP for EFSA Ms Pilar Ayuso, visited Parma on 18-19 December 2017. MEPs from the ENVI committee visit EFSA twice a year to discuss a …

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Published on December 18, 2017 - 16:24 GMT

EFSA visits Italian partners, discusses mycotoxins and climate change

EFSA’s Executive Director Bernhard Url met the Italian Minister of Health, Beatrice Lorenzin, last week to discuss ongoing and future cooperation on food safety science issues between EFSA, the Italian authorities and Italian universities and research …

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