Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) is gaining ground as an emerging disease, according to the President of the European Consortium for Eosinophilic Diseases of the Gastrointestinal Tract (EUREOS). Although its causes are not yet fully understood, evidence shows a steady growth in both children and adults, making it the leading cause of chronic oesophageal disease in young…
The Association of Coeliacs in Europe (AOECS) is the umbrella organisation representing the various national coeliac associations in Europe. Currently, the European Licensing System for gluten-free labelling is regulated by AOECS, with 38 members across Europe. European Licensing System (ELS) or “Herringbone Barred” The “Herringbone” label certifies that a product contains less than 20 parts…
According to the World Cancer Report 2024 from the World Health Organisation (WHO), around a third of cancer deaths are attributable to five preventable risk factors: tobacco, certain infections, alcohol consumption, physical inactivity and poor diet. Tobacco is the main risk factor, accounting for over 90% of cases of lung cancer and contributing significantly to…
