Coalition for Life Course Immunisation

✨ "Together we stand for equitable VaccinAction because #VaccinesWork!" 💉💪 The #ActiveCitizenshipNetwork brings together patient-focused organisations across Europe, uniting to drive policy change in adult vaccination. We’re tackling health inequities, combating false myths and vaccine hesitancy, and ensuring vaccines—and the people who need them—are top of mind for European policymakers. Let's join forces and create #VaccinAction! Watch, share, and engage to support a healthier, more equitable future for all. 🌟 #HealthEquity #VaccinationPolicy #PublicHealth #ActiveCitizenshipNetwork #PolicyChange Bulgarian AssociationforPatients'Defense, ZD Patient- Zadarski pacijent, My Child My Heart Association (COPAC), Health Diplomacy Unit, Hellenic Liver Patient Association “Prometheus”, COUNCIL OF REPRESENTATIVES OF PATIENT ORGANISATIONS OF LITHUANIA, Malta Health Network, Irish Patients Association, CyFPA - Cyprus Federation of Patients' Associations, EPECS, euPrevent, Niederösterreichische Patienten- und Pflegeanwaltschaft, Foundation Institute for Patients' Rights and Health Education, Greek Patients Association, Daniela Quaggia, Mariano Votta Thanks to to Stripe Health for the creative work on the campaign!🫶

Did you know? Spain is leading the way by becoming one of the first countries to introduce RSV immunisation with Nirsevimab for infants, showcasing the potential of proactive vaccination strategies. 💡 This proves that proactive vaccination policies work — but why aren’t they adopted widely? Across Europe, low vaccine budgets hinder progress, with most countries investing less than 0.5% of healthcare funds in immunisation. 📊 Discover how Spain's approach can inspire life-course immunisation across the region. Read the full report ⬇️

Congratulations to the team at Politecnico di Milano for leading the new WHO Collaborating Centre on Healthcare Infrastructure Planning. This is a significant advancement for public health and healthcare design in Europe! 👏  

🤔Myth vs. Reality: Influenza Vaccines There’s a lot of misinformation out there about the flu vaccine. Let’s clear up some common myths and get to the facts! 💉 Help protect yourself, your family, and your community by staying up-to-date on vaccinations! 🌍

📊 Don’t miss our recent report on adult vaccination strategies in Europe! It underscores the essential role of life-course immunisation in enhancing public health outcomes. Explore the key insights and recommendations here: 🔗https://lnkd.in/ep_X4SGQ

Throughout history vaccines have saved more lives than almost any other intervention. "Vaccines are one of humanity’s great achievements in terms of having furthered the lifespan and life quality for humanity in the past 50 years" explains Aurélia Nguyen, former Chief Program Officer at Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance and CEPI's new Deputy CEO in a new article out in Scientific American outlining the impact of vaccines and vaccination. And they are essential to achieving health equity around the world. “Vaccines level the playing field in terms of who gets these diseases and who doesn’t" says Nicole Lurie, CEPI's Executive Director of Emergency Preparedness and Response. Discover more as journalist Tara Haelle delves into the role and impact of vaccines over the past fifty years👇

It's today! 🗓️ Our event on climate change and mosquito-borne diseases kicks off soon. Join us in Brussels or online for engaging discussions. 

New report alert! 📢 We've collaborated with Bamberg Health and Asociación Española de Vacunología on a new report that highlights the need for adult vaccination strategies across Europe. Our findings underscore how life-course immunisation can reduce disease burden, lower healthcare costs, and promote economic stability. From Spain's RSV advancements to dedicated vaccine funding, this report points to critical steps for building a resilient healthcare model. Read more about our work here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ebfHJUit and share your thoughts on how Europe can prioritize prevention! 🌟💉 #PublicHealth #Immunisation #HealthcareInnovation #PreventiveCare #HealthyEurope

Better use of vaccines could reduce antibiotic use by 2.5 billion doses annually. #VaccinesWork to reduce the threat of #AntimicrobialResistance by:  ☑️ preventing an infection before it starts  ☑️ reducing the use and overuse of antibiotics  ☑️ slowing the emergence and spread of resistant pathogens    New WHO report finds vaccines could avert deaths, reduce antibiotic doses and save money from treating resistant infections: https://bit.ly/48k06KR  

Our hybrid event on preventing mosquito-borne diseases is just a few days away! Join us this Friday, 8th November, at the Institute of Natural Sciences in Brussels or online. Whether you’re attending in person or online, this is a must-attend for anyone dedicated to advancing public health in Europe. If you haven’t registered yet, don’t miss your chance! Register now to secure your spot👇 🔗