Katie Owens
@ktowens.bsky.social
EUComms person and cancer thriver
Interested in public communication and literacy, especially linked to health (physical and mental) and nutrition/food safety
Views my own
Interested in public communication and literacy, especially linked to health (physical and mental) and nutrition/food safety
Views my own
🤧Coughs, sneezes and sniffles – a sure sign that the respiratory illness season is just around the corner.
Happy to get my flu and Covid vaccine done at the pharmacy today.
#VaccinesWork #UnitedInProtection
Happy to get my flu and Covid vaccine done at the pharmacy today.
#VaccinesWork #UnitedInProtection
October 16, 2025 at 10:54 AM
🤧Coughs, sneezes and sniffles – a sure sign that the respiratory illness season is just around the corner.
Happy to get my flu and Covid vaccine done at the pharmacy today.
#VaccinesWork #UnitedInProtection
Happy to get my flu and Covid vaccine done at the pharmacy today.
#VaccinesWork #UnitedInProtection
Learning how public health is also an important element of the European Semester 2025.
There is information on health systems for each of the EU countries in annex plus challenges linked to healthcare.
There is information on health systems for each of the EU countries in annex plus challenges linked to healthcare.
October 10, 2025 at 7:51 AM
Learning how public health is also an important element of the European Semester 2025.
There is information on health systems for each of the EU countries in annex plus challenges linked to healthcare.
There is information on health systems for each of the EU countries in annex plus challenges linked to healthcare.
A full day in Luxembourg attending the EU Public Health Expert Group meeting: a timely moment to talk about non-communicable diseases (and much more) on the eve of World Mental Health Day and as we mark breast cancer awareness month.
health.ec.europa.eu/non-communic...
health.ec.europa.eu/non-communic...
October 9, 2025 at 8:11 PM
A full day in Luxembourg attending the EU Public Health Expert Group meeting: a timely moment to talk about non-communicable diseases (and much more) on the eve of World Mental Health Day and as we mark breast cancer awareness month.
health.ec.europa.eu/non-communic...
health.ec.europa.eu/non-communic...
Did you know that there about 28 m² of green space per Brussels inhabitant?
I’ll continue the EU sports week challenge over the weekend, then Monday and Tuesday, but hopefully I’ll make also time for more walks after that too.
Some of my pictures from this week’s park walks.
I’ll continue the EU sports week challenge over the weekend, then Monday and Tuesday, but hopefully I’ll make also time for more walks after that too.
Some of my pictures from this week’s park walks.
September 26, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Did you know that there about 28 m² of green space per Brussels inhabitant?
I’ll continue the EU sports week challenge over the weekend, then Monday and Tuesday, but hopefully I’ll make also time for more walks after that too.
Some of my pictures from this week’s park walks.
I’ll continue the EU sports week challenge over the weekend, then Monday and Tuesday, but hopefully I’ll make also time for more walks after that too.
Some of my pictures from this week’s park walks.
It’s that time of year again.
Remember frequent hand washing and catching coughs/sneezes in a tissue can help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses!
Remember frequent hand washing and catching coughs/sneezes in a tissue can help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses!
September 24, 2025 at 7:34 AM
It’s that time of year again.
Remember frequent hand washing and catching coughs/sneezes in a tissue can help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses!
Remember frequent hand washing and catching coughs/sneezes in a tissue can help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses!
Crazy to think that 6 years ago today the EU and WHO brought hundreds of people together for a global vaccination summit in Brussels, united in the message that #VaccinesWork, and today, well we are where we are today…
September 12, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Crazy to think that 6 years ago today the EU and WHO brought hundreds of people together for a global vaccination summit in Brussels, united in the message that #VaccinesWork, and today, well we are where we are today…
It's World Hepatitis Day today.
There are 5 types of hepatitis viruses – A, B, C, D, E.
Viral hepatitis B & C are major health challenges.
But there's hope:
Vaccines dramatically reduce hepatitis B rates
Antiviral treatments can cure hepatitis C
Prevention, testing & treatment remain key.
There are 5 types of hepatitis viruses – A, B, C, D, E.
Viral hepatitis B & C are major health challenges.
But there's hope:
Vaccines dramatically reduce hepatitis B rates
Antiviral treatments can cure hepatitis C
Prevention, testing & treatment remain key.
July 28, 2025 at 10:14 AM
It's World Hepatitis Day today.
There are 5 types of hepatitis viruses – A, B, C, D, E.
Viral hepatitis B & C are major health challenges.
But there's hope:
Vaccines dramatically reduce hepatitis B rates
Antiviral treatments can cure hepatitis C
Prevention, testing & treatment remain key.
There are 5 types of hepatitis viruses – A, B, C, D, E.
Viral hepatitis B & C are major health challenges.
But there's hope:
Vaccines dramatically reduce hepatitis B rates
Antiviral treatments can cure hepatitis C
Prevention, testing & treatment remain key.
Fully agree: some tips here from DG SANTE and @who.int but I’d also add another reminder to check in on more vulnerable family members, friends and neighbours when it gets hot.
health.ec.europa.eu/latest-updat...
health.ec.europa.eu/latest-updat...
July 17, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Fully agree: some tips here from DG SANTE and @who.int but I’d also add another reminder to check in on more vulnerable family members, friends and neighbours when it gets hot.
health.ec.europa.eu/latest-updat...
health.ec.europa.eu/latest-updat...
The new life sciences strategy paves the way for a healthier, smarter Europe based around 3 actions
🔵Optimising the research & innovation ecosystem
🔵Enabling rapid market access for life science innovations
🔵Boosting trust, uptake & use of innovation
ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
🔵Optimising the research & innovation ecosystem
🔵Enabling rapid market access for life science innovations
🔵Boosting trust, uptake & use of innovation
ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
July 2, 2025 at 10:56 AM
The new life sciences strategy paves the way for a healthier, smarter Europe based around 3 actions
🔵Optimising the research & innovation ecosystem
🔵Enabling rapid market access for life science innovations
🔵Boosting trust, uptake & use of innovation
ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
🔵Optimising the research & innovation ecosystem
🔵Enabling rapid market access for life science innovations
🔵Boosting trust, uptake & use of innovation
ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
It’s okay to share if you’re not doing okay.
This is why UNICEF Europe & Central Asia have joined forces with the European Commission to encourage conversations about mental health, as part of #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek.
Links to help & support here: lnkd.in/eHcx2gA6
#HealthUnion
This is why UNICEF Europe & Central Asia have joined forces with the European Commission to encourage conversations about mental health, as part of #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek.
Links to help & support here: lnkd.in/eHcx2gA6
#HealthUnion
May 21, 2025 at 3:41 PM
It’s okay to share if you’re not doing okay.
This is why UNICEF Europe & Central Asia have joined forces with the European Commission to encourage conversations about mental health, as part of #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek.
Links to help & support here: lnkd.in/eHcx2gA6
#HealthUnion
This is why UNICEF Europe & Central Asia have joined forces with the European Commission to encourage conversations about mental health, as part of #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek.
Links to help & support here: lnkd.in/eHcx2gA6
#HealthUnion
“AI will bring precision, efficiency and insights for healthcare.”
The potential is not questioned at today’s health policy conference, but speakers stress the need to bolster trust and ensure it doesn’t create new disparities.
#EHDS #HealthUnion
The potential is not questioned at today’s health policy conference, but speakers stress the need to bolster trust and ensure it doesn’t create new disparities.
#EHDS #HealthUnion
May 20, 2025 at 1:40 PM
“AI will bring precision, efficiency and insights for healthcare.”
The potential is not questioned at today’s health policy conference, but speakers stress the need to bolster trust and ensure it doesn’t create new disparities.
#EHDS #HealthUnion
The potential is not questioned at today’s health policy conference, but speakers stress the need to bolster trust and ensure it doesn’t create new disparities.
#EHDS #HealthUnion
This Commission has placed an emphasis on competitiveness. When it comes to health, this also includes the cost and burden (financially and on the human level) of non-action. Patients are also important players for innovation.
May 20, 2025 at 12:33 PM
This Commission has placed an emphasis on competitiveness. When it comes to health, this also includes the cost and burden (financially and on the human level) of non-action. Patients are also important players for innovation.
May 20, 2025 at 7:20 AM
May 11, 2025 at 10:26 AM
This weekend I saw Manekin Pis all dressed up in his #EuropeDay outfit and it made me so happy!
May 11, 2025 at 10:23 AM
This weekend I saw Manekin Pis all dressed up in his #EuropeDay outfit and it made me so happy!
A different post this morning.
Walking from darkness into light as a reminder that it’s okay not to be okay. Even in the darkest of times, you’re never alone.
#dil2025 #darknessintolight2025
Walking from darkness into light as a reminder that it’s okay not to be okay. Even in the darkest of times, you’re never alone.
#dil2025 #darknessintolight2025
May 10, 2025 at 5:42 AM
A different post this morning.
Walking from darkness into light as a reminder that it’s okay not to be okay. Even in the darkest of times, you’re never alone.
#dil2025 #darknessintolight2025
Walking from darkness into light as a reminder that it’s okay not to be okay. Even in the darkest of times, you’re never alone.
#dil2025 #darknessintolight2025
On a more personal level, I’ll also be walking from #DarknessIntoLight this weekend. Together, we can light up the darkness and create a brighter future for everyone.
www.darknessintolight.ie/fundraisers/...
www.darknessintolight.ie/fundraisers/...
May 8, 2025 at 8:07 AM
On a more personal level, I’ll also be walking from #DarknessIntoLight this weekend. Together, we can light up the darkness and create a brighter future for everyone.
www.darknessintolight.ie/fundraisers/...
www.darknessintolight.ie/fundraisers/...
Did you know this is the European Immunisation Week?
It’s an annual reminder of the important role that vaccination plays in protecting our health.
Worth keeping an eye on @who.int, @ecdc.europa.eu and @ema.europa.eu this week.
#UnitedInProtection
It’s an annual reminder of the important role that vaccination plays in protecting our health.
Worth keeping an eye on @who.int, @ecdc.europa.eu and @ema.europa.eu this week.
#UnitedInProtection
April 28, 2025 at 7:03 AM
Did you know this is the European Immunisation Week?
It’s an annual reminder of the important role that vaccination plays in protecting our health.
Worth keeping an eye on @who.int, @ecdc.europa.eu and @ema.europa.eu this week.
#UnitedInProtection
It’s an annual reminder of the important role that vaccination plays in protecting our health.
Worth keeping an eye on @who.int, @ecdc.europa.eu and @ema.europa.eu this week.
#UnitedInProtection
Happy to join this year’s World Cancer Day event showcasing EU funded projects in the field of cancer.
When we launched the EU Cancer Plan discussions 5 years ago, there was a strong political commitment. Today, we see how the plan is making a difference to patients like me.
#EUSky
When we launched the EU Cancer Plan discussions 5 years ago, there was a strong political commitment. Today, we see how the plan is making a difference to patients like me.
#EUSky
February 4, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Happy to join this year’s World Cancer Day event showcasing EU funded projects in the field of cancer.
When we launched the EU Cancer Plan discussions 5 years ago, there was a strong political commitment. Today, we see how the plan is making a difference to patients like me.
#EUSky
When we launched the EU Cancer Plan discussions 5 years ago, there was a strong political commitment. Today, we see how the plan is making a difference to patients like me.
#EUSky
Greetings to all those who liked my post from my morning commute :)
January 27, 2025 at 7:56 AM
Greetings to all those who liked my post from my morning commute :)
Olivér Várhelyi, the new European Commissioner responsible for Health and Animal Welfare
Priorities: building the European Health Union and continuing work on cancer and preventive health.
Priorities: building the European Health Union and continuing work on cancer and preventive health.
December 2, 2024 at 7:13 AM
Olivér Várhelyi, the new European Commissioner responsible for Health and Animal Welfare
Priorities: building the European Health Union and continuing work on cancer and preventive health.
Priorities: building the European Health Union and continuing work on cancer and preventive health.
The 2024 Health at a Glance report shines a light on:
▶️ health workforce shortages
▶️ longevity, health promotion and disease prevention
health.ec.europa.eu/state-health...
▶️ health workforce shortages
▶️ longevity, health promotion and disease prevention
health.ec.europa.eu/state-health...
November 20, 2024 at 5:03 PM
The 2024 Health at a Glance report shines a light on:
▶️ health workforce shortages
▶️ longevity, health promotion and disease prevention
health.ec.europa.eu/state-health...
▶️ health workforce shortages
▶️ longevity, health promotion and disease prevention
health.ec.europa.eu/state-health...
Nowhere near a first adopter at #1,766,280 but glad I’m here and looking forward to more #EUSky geekery.
ps. Thanks to those who encouraged me to wait patiently for the update so I could get “my” number.
ps. Thanks to those who encouraged me to wait patiently for the update so I could get “my” number.
September 19, 2024 at 12:38 PM
Nowhere near a first adopter at #1,766,280 but glad I’m here and looking forward to more #EUSky geekery.
ps. Thanks to those who encouraged me to wait patiently for the update so I could get “my” number.
ps. Thanks to those who encouraged me to wait patiently for the update so I could get “my” number.