As the colder months approach, respiratory infections including influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections, COVID-19, pneumococcal disease and others can lead to serious illness. ECDC highlights the importance of vaccination
ECDC is calling for sustained prevention, surveillance and mosquito control as the EU experiences its most intense West Nile virus infection season to date.
Ebola disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
A large outbreak of Bundibugyo virus disease is taking place in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). ECDC assesses the likelihood of infection for people living in the EU/EEA to be very low.
ECDC collects, analyses and shares data on more than 50 infectious disease topics. ECDC experts assess risks to Europe and provide guidance to help countries prevent and respond to outbreaks and public health threats.