Since the beginning of 2025, and as of 12 May 2025, 10 MERS cases, including two fatalities, have been reported with date of onset in 2025 in Saudi Arabia.
Since the beginning of 2025, and as of 12 May 2025, 10 MERS cases, including two fatalities, have been reported with date of onset in 2025 in Saudi Arabia.
This issue of the ECDC Communicable Disease Threats Report (CDTR) covers the period 10-16 May 2025 and includes updates on respiratory virus epidemiology in the EU/EEA, Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV), avian influenza A(H10N3 and H9N2) and diphtheria, chikungunya virus disease, measles, and Nipah virus disease.
In the EU/EEA, respiratory virus activity is low. Influenza and RSV activity have decreased to low levels in most countries. SARS-CoV-2 activity remains low, but it is important to remain vigilant for potential increases. Preventive measures, such as frequent handwashing, physical distancing, avoiding large gatherings, and wearing masks in healthcare settings can help reduce transmission and protect those at high risk of severe illness.
The purpose of the Audit Committee is to assist the Management Board in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities for the financial reporting process, the system of internal control and the audit process.
On Wednesday, 14 May, ECDC Director Pamela Rendi-Wagner addressed the Public Health Committee (SANT) of the European Parliament as part of the Annual Exchange of Views with MEPs on the work of the Agency.