Donald Tusk has taken office, but is the EU the real winner of Poland’s election?
15 Jan EU Institutions
Donald Tusk has taken office, but is the EU the real winner of Poland’s election?
After eight years in power, Poland’s right-wing populist government has been ousted and Donald Tusk, a pro-European integration prime minister, stepped in. The outcome has wider significance across the Continent
A lack of action on 5G rollout risks Europe being left behind Partner Content
11 Jan
A lack of action on 5G rollout risks Europe being left behind
The slow rollout of mobile technologies in Europe has seen industry suffer and threatens Europe’s place as a leader on the global stage
Engelbert Dollfuss: how curators dismantle a controversial museum in Austria
04 Jan Culture & Arts
Engelbert Dollfuss: how curators dismantle a controversial museum in Austria
Engelbert Dollfuss ruled Austria in the 1930s, modelling his regime on Mussolini's principles. Valeriya Safronova discovers how a controversial museum in his honour is entering its next phase
In Lithuania, national parks protect biodiversity and cultural heritage alike
02 Jan
In Lithuania, national parks protect biodiversity and cultural heritage alike
Over the 30 years since Lithuania declared independence from the Soviet Union, the country’s national parks have driven tourism, encouraged conservation and become symbolic of its sovereignty
Iceland’s Christmas book flood
15 Dec Culture & Arts
Iceland’s Christmas book flood
Jólabókaflóð is a much-loved festive tradition and the backbone of Iceland’s publishing sector
Signature dish: Markus Ferber's snowflake biscuits
14 Dec Culture & Arts
Signature dish: Markus Ferber's snowflake biscuits
German MEP Markus Ferber shares his favourite recipe for the Christmas season
Biomethane’s boundless potential to decarbonise heavy-duty transport in the EU market Partner Content
12 Dec
Biomethane’s boundless potential to decarbonise heavy-duty transport in the EU market
The European Commission’s has ambitious plans to reduce Heavy Duty Vehicle (HDV) emissions by 90% by 2040, but how can the industry get there?
The art of wellbeing: How Europe is using culture for its health benefits
12 Dec Culture & Arts
The art of wellbeing: How Europe is using culture for its health benefits
Programmes using art for its health benefits are popping up all over Europe. The trend even has the support of the European institutions and the World Health Organisation
Bitter pills: Europe struggles with medicine shortages
11 Dec EU Institutions
Bitter pills: Europe struggles with medicine shortages
A fragile supply chain and increased demand are causing a shortfall in the EU’s stock of critical medicines. Gabriela Galindo looks at how policymakers can stabilise the situation
On the ground in Moldova: how the country fights tuberculosis
07 Dec EU Institutions
On the ground in Moldova: how the country fights tuberculosis
The country continues to grapple with high tuberculosis rates, but joining the EU could help fight the disease, reports Julia Kaiser from Moldova, where she travelled with The Global Fund
Air pollution in Europe: The silent killer
06 Dec Energy & Environment
Air pollution in Europe: The silent killer
While pollution kills thousands of Europeans each year, the European Union is failing to meet the air quality targets set by the World Health Organisation, Marilyn Wright reports
Towards a healthier Europe with medical technology Partner Content
06 Dec
Towards a healthier Europe with medical technology
How the next generation of EU policymakers can
empower patients and inspire innovation
Boosting innovation in Europe to deliver faster patient access to treatments Partner Content
06 Dec
Boosting innovation in Europe to deliver faster patient access to treatments
With an ageing population and rising demand, ensuring fair access to new medicines and treatments is high on the political agenda. The Parliament sat down with Ilya Yuffa, Executive Vice President, and President, Lilly International, to learn more about why innovation is key to delivering better health outcomes for European citizens.
Hi-tech health: How AI is revolutionising healthcare
04 Dec Technology
Hi-tech health: How AI is revolutionising healthcare
From faster diagnosis to new drug development, AI is driving exciting breakthroughs in medical services. But there are also calls for caution. Sarah Schug reports
Keeping rare disease patients at the heart of the EU’s review of the pharmaceutical legislation Partner Content
04 Dec
Keeping rare disease patients at the heart of the EU’s review of the pharmaceutical legislation
The 2023 World Orphan Drug Congress brought together over 1600 members of the rare disease community to take a look at what needs to be done to best support rare disease patients. What were the key lessons learned across the congress?
Turning research into policy to tackle Europe’s NCD crisis Partner Content
01 Dec
Turning research into policy to tackle Europe’s NCD crisis
Europe’s health systems are under increasing strain. Rising levels of need demand new approaches that focus on disease prevention and early detection, particularly of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). A major new report from the Partnership for Health System Sustainability and Resilience (PHSSR)’s EU Expert Advisory Group has now highlighted a way forward that could help shape Europe’s health systems of tomorrow
Unlocking resources and hope for patients with rare diseases through practical policy Partner Content
29 Nov
Unlocking resources and hope for patients with rare diseases through practical policy
Some believe a recent legislation update proposal will undermine access to medicines for millions of Europeans suffering from rare diseases by disincentivising research investment. Will ongoing revisions enable continued innovation?
Europe’s hidden burden: why the EU must do more to tackle skin diseases Partner Content
29 Nov
Europe’s hidden burden: why the EU must do more to tackle skin diseases
185 million Europeans suffer from skin diseases yet the burden these diseases place on patients, healthcare systems and society often goes unnoticed and results in lack of prioritisation at the level of policymakers. Dermatologists, patients, policymakers and industry stakeholders gathered to discuss what needs to be done to accelerate Europe’s response to skin diseases.
The Parliament Magazine's December Issue
28 Nov EU Institutions
The Parliament Magazine's December Issue
The December issue of The Parliament is now available to read online. This month's policy focus: Health
Unmet medical needs and migraine: assessing the added value for patients and society Partner Content
28 Nov
Unmet medical needs and migraine: assessing the added value for patients and society
Migraines often affect a young and female population who are highly engaged in the workforce but also have family responsibilities. It’s time for Europe to widen the definition of unmet medical needs, to ensure adequate quality of life for patients, and to prioritise funding where it’s needed.
A traveling exhibit of Ukrainian modernism keeps art safe in wartime
27 Nov Culture & Arts
A traveling exhibit of Ukrainian modernism keeps art safe in wartime
An exhibit of Ukrainian art making its way through several European capitals presents both a way to safeguard art during wartime and an exercise in cultural diplomacy
Climate finance at COP28: How Europe can support a just transition Partner Content
24 Nov Energy & Environment
Climate finance at COP28: How Europe can support a just transition
The Parliament's latest special edition supplement on Climate finance at COP28 is now live.
Book review: A story of refugees and the things they carry
21 Nov Culture & Arts
Book review: A story of refugees and the things they carry
A fascinating portrait of Iraqi and Syrian refugees and the things – material or intangible – they chose to save and carry with them
Book review: A guide on how to do nothing
15 Nov Culture & Arts
Book review: A guide on how to do nothing
Today’s always-on, franticly busy lifestyle isn’t working, suggests philosopher Byung-Chul Han. We should all learn how to do nothing