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Menopause is a natural stage of life for every woman, yet it remains one of Europe’s most neglected public health issues. Nearly 90% of women feel the impact of menopause – from hot flushes and night sweats, to fatigue, insomnia...

This November, policymakers, industry leaders, and experts will gather in Brussels for The Parliament’s Health Summit 2025, tackling the most pressing challenges in health and social care. With ageing populations straining systems, digital health solutions still facing regulatory roadblocks, and...

In her annual State of the Union address to the European Parliament this September, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will outline the EU’s priorities and flagship initiatives for the year ahead – building on recent achievements and setting the...

Pouches are increasingly being discussed as a potential alternative to ​smoking​​ ​, with some positioning them as lower-risk and more socially acceptable. Evidence from real-world experience—such as Sweden’s marked reduction in smoking prevalence—indicates that these products may play a role...

As discussions around the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) deepens, there is a clear need to ensure that respiratory health remains a political and budgetary priority.  Chronic respiratory diseases – particularly Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) -continue to be underdiagnosed, leaving...

The push for a fully integrated European power system represents a major opportunity to accelerate decarbonisation, energy independence and ensure a resilient, cost-effective supply of energy for all.   On 19 June 2025, the European Parliament adopted its resolution “Electricity Grids:...

Hosted in Brazil, COP30 convenes world leaders, climate negotiators, and civil society to advance critical negotiations on the core pillars of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The outcomes will help shape the international climate framework that directly...

Liver health is a growing public health priority in Europe, with chronic liver diseases and liver cancer placing increasing strain on patients, health systems, and economies. Despite being largely preventable, liver conditions often go undetected until advanced stages, underscoring the...

For three decades, The Parliament Magazine has been at the heart of EU politics, delivering sharp analysis, exclusive interviews, and in-depth coverage. As we mark this milestone, we celebrate our legacy of informing, inspiring, and shaping the European conversation—past, present,...

Join us for a timely discussion on Cyprus’ priorities for its upcoming presidency of the Council of the EU, starting next January. Leading EU policymakers will explore – together with The Parliament’s editorial team – Cyprus strategic vision for Europe...