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Our eating habits or our consumption of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs can each have consequences for our health.
Mycotoxins are substances produced by moulds found in food products. What are their effects and how can they be prevented? More...
Latest update: 24 May 2018
Acrylamide can be formed in many fried and baked food products. Is there a risk to health? More...
Latest update: 10 March 2017
Alcohol is linked with connotations of pleasure and sociability in the minds of many, but its use also has harmful consequences. What are the impacts of alcohol consumption on human health and society? More...
Latest update: 15 March 2006
Aspartame is a non caloric sweetener used in some diet soft drinks and food preparations. Many studies have assessed the safety of asparame, but some allegations of health risks have launched a debate. Does this artificial sweetener pose health risks? More...
Latest update: 15 June 2004
Aspartame is one of the most widely used artificial sweetener, is it safe? More...
Latest update: 28 March 2017
This is a synthesis which looks at the evolution of cancer rates and its related mortality, as well as at the main types of cancer and the main known causes and prevention means. More...
Latest update: 27 December 2016
The way we eat and live may put us at risk of developing chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, dental disease, and osteoporosis. How can a healthier diet and physical activity help reduce the risk? More...
Latest update: 15 July 2006
Are teens well informed about the risks associated with cannabis? What are those risks ? More...
Latest update: 1 April 2016
We are regularly confronted with genetically modified foods, be it in the news or on our plates. In what way are GM crops different from conventional crops? What is known about the possible risks for human health or the environment? More...
Latest update: 17 December 2017
It is estimated by the FAO that each year, one-third of produced for all food human consumption in the world is lost or wasted. This has impacts for food security and for the environment. More...
Latest update: 20 February 2015
Impacts of obesity, smoking, alcohol consumption and related chronic diseases on labour practice. (OECD) 
Demand for organic food is growing. How is it regulated in Europe and what are the potential health and environmental benefits? More...
Latest update: 27 December 2017
Managing the potential health risks and protection for workers from
occupational exposure to manufactured nanomaterials (WHO) 
The increased production of new manufactured nanomaterials (MNMs) and their use in consumer and industrial products means that workers in those industries are the first to be exposed to these materials.
How are those risks managed? More...
Latest update: 19 November 2018
In recent years, sales of personal music players have soared and an increasing proportion of the population, particularly young people, is exposed to high sound volumes.
In the light of current scientific knowledge, can the use of personal music players damage hearing? More...
Latest update: 13 October 2008
Psychoactive drugs such as tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, amphetamines, ecstasy, cocaine, and heroin can change consciousness, mood, and thoughts. How do they affect the brain? How does drug addiction develop and how can it be treated? More...
Latest update: 15 September 2006
Is the AquAdvantage transgenic salmon safe for human consumption and for the environment? More...
Latest update: 23 November 2015
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Aspartame is a sweetener that is in use for several decades.
The latest data has recently been reviewed by the European Food Safety Authority in the context of a systematic re-evaluation of all food additives in use in Europe. More...
Latest update: 30 November 2014
In Europe, 12% of the population has tattoos, are they safe? More...
Latest update: 17 November 2017
In addition to natural sunlight, sunbed users expose themselves to substantial amounts
of artificial UV radiation.
The European Commission Scientific Committee on Consumer Products assessed the health
and safety implications of both natural and artificial UV radiation? More...
Latest update: 15 August 2007
Electronic cigarettes are growing more and more popular. What is their effect on health?
Can they have an impact on tobacco control? More...
Latest update: 29 April 2015
Over one thousand million people worldwide smoke tobacco. Harmful effects of tobacco on smokers are increasingly known. Are passive smokers also at risk? More...
Latest update: 15 January 2005
This report is a comprehensive overview and summary of Europe’s illicit drugs situation.
It provides insights into key trends, responses and policies. More...
Latest update: 28 September 2016
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