The media relations team is Sciensano’s official voice towards the media. It communicates about Sciensano’s research outcomes and expert advice, organises press events and issues press material. For topical information on public health issues, consult the fact sheets in the Your Health section. If you are a journalist and you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact Sciensano’s media relations team.
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Press releases and news
Each year, over 9,000 people die in Belgium as a result of smoking. These are the latest findings from Sciensano, Belgium’s public health institute. This represents one death every... Read more
Sciensano hosted the METROFOOD-FED.BE kick-off meeting on March 21 in Tervuren.
The FAMHP and Sciensano are warning about counterfeit ivermectin tablets that are being used for self-medication against COVID-19.... Read more
A new four-year project called the Joint Action on Cardiovascular Diseases and Diabetes (JACARDI) was launched in Rome on 27 November 2023. This initiative, engaging... Read more
In 2020, the Flemish Government launched the ‘round table conversations’ with the aim to create an action plan to replace, reduce and refine (3Rs Principle... Read more