European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC)

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) is a scientific institution that monitors and reports on various infectious diseases across Europe. It provides data on cases of viral hepatitis, dengue fever, mosquito-borne diseases, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), mpox, and other illnesses. The ECDC also offers public health advice for major events like the Paris Games and encourages vaccinations and preventative measures to protect against diseases such as tick-borne encephalitis. While the ECDC provides valuable information on disease outbreaks, it does use some alarmist language when discussing increases in STI cases, which could be considered a conflict of interest. The ECDC also has an annual scientific conference and collaborates with other organizations to provide guidance on public health issues.

88%

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The Daily's Verdict

This news site has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on its reporting.

Bias

90%

Examples:

  • Addressing the substantial increases in STI cases demands urgent attention and concerted efforts.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • , , and chlamydia cases by 16%. In addition, cases of lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) and congenital syphilis (caused by transmission from mother to fetus) have also substantially increased.
  • . In 2022, the number of reported cases saw a significant increase compared to the previous year
  • The findings reveal a troubling surge in cases of syphilis, gonorrhoea, and chlamydia

Recent Articles

  • Rising Liver Diseases Among Young Adults: Prevention and Early Detection are Key

    Rising Liver Diseases Among Young Adults: Prevention and Early Detection are Key

    Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024 Liver diseases, including alcohol-related liver disease, fatty liver, hepatitis, cirrhosis, and NASH, are on the rise among young adults aged 23-35 due to unhealthy lifestyle practices and excessive alcohol use. Men are nearly twice as affected as women. Prevention measures such as vaccination against hepatitis A and B, healthy lifestyle choices, and early screening can help reduce prevalence.
  • Dengue Fever Surges in Europe: 1,500+ Imported Cases and Expanding Mosquito Range Amid Climate Change

    Dengue Fever Surges in Europe: 1,500+ Imported Cases and Expanding Mosquito Range Amid Climate Change

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 Dengue fever, transmitted by the Asian tiger mosquito (aedes albopictus), is surging in Europe with 130 locally acquired cases and over 4900 imported cases reported in 2023. The disease's spread is attributed to climate change and the mosquito's presence in 13 EU/EEA countries. France, which has seen most native cases, is taking measures to monitor and trap the invasive species. The EU health commissioner urges Europe to prepare for a rise in mosquito-borne diseases due to global warming.
  • Dengue Fever Surges in Europe: 1,500+ Imported Cases and Expanding Mosquito Range Amid Climate Change

    Dengue Fever Surges in Europe: 1,500+ Imported Cases and Expanding Mosquito Range Amid Climate Change

    Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 Dengue fever, transmitted by the Asian tiger mosquito (aedes albopictus), is surging in Europe with 130 locally acquired cases and over 4900 imported cases reported in 2023. The disease's spread is attributed to climate change and the mosquito's presence in 13 EU/EEA countries. France, which has seen most native cases, is taking measures to monitor and trap the invasive species. The EU health commissioner urges Europe to prepare for a rise in mosquito-borne diseases due to global warming.
  • STI Surge in Europe: A Growing Concern Among Young People

    STI Surge in Europe: A Growing Concern Among Young People

    Broke On: Thursday, 07 March 2024 Europe faces a sharp rise in STIs among young people, with gonorrhoea, syphilis, and chlamydia cases increasing by 48%, 34%, and 16% respectively in 2022. The ECDC urges action to prevent further spread of these diseases through awareness campaigns, education programs, testing and treatment services, stigma reduction, and open dialogue.

  • Mpox Outbreak in Congo: Challenges and Global Implications

    Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023 The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is experiencing a significant outbreak of mpox, with the disease spreading to previously unaffected regions. This outbreak marks the first confirmed cases of sexually transmitted mpox. The government of Congo has not requested to purchase or receive donations of mpox vaccines or treatments, and there are regulatory barriers preventing their clearance.