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30/03/2023 —
Daily life

Only consume liquorice occasionally and in moderation

Liquorice is found in a wide variety of foods and drinks, including sweets, ice cream, syrups and alcoholic beverages. Regularly eating large amounts of food containing liquorice can cause serious and potentially life-threatening poisoning, even in healthy individuals. Following the cases of poisoning recorded by poison control centres from 2012 to 2021, ANSES is recommending that liquorice should only be consumed occasionally and in moderation.
substance CLP
28/03/2023 —
Expert assessment

Classifying two methacrylates as sensitising and irritant substances

The harmonised classification proposals submitted by ANSES under the CLP Regulation (on classification, labelling and packaging of products) aim to better manage the risks associated with the use of 2-hydroxypropyl methacrylate (HPMA) and 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) at European level. These substances, used in the manufacture of polymers and resins, are found in many products including cosmetics and personal care products. They can cause allergic and irritant reactions, especially for professionals. These classification proposals have been available for public consultation since 13 March 2023 on the website of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) to enable all stakeholders to comment or provide additional information on these substances.
Un groupe de porcs dans un élevage
24/03/2023 —
Research

The prospect of a vaccine for African swine fever

A vaccine to combat African swine fever could be produced based on research carried out by ANSES’s Ploufragan-Plouzané-Niort Laboratory. The initial results obtained are promising and are paving the way for an effective means of combating this disease, which is responsible for high mortality rates in pigs and wild boar in several countries in Europe, Asia and the Caribbean.
Animaux humains
22/02/2023 —
Special feature

Animal health - it’s our health too.

Animals and humans share the same ecosystems. Ensuring animal health and well-being also means protecting our health. The circulation of viruses, bacteria and parasites between animals and humans, interactions between wildlife and livestock, the emergence of potentially zoonotic diseases, pathogens transmitted by ticks and mosquitoes, and resistance to antibiotics: read our analyses for insights into all these topics.
02/03/2023 —
Inside ANSES

VetAgro Sup and ANSES sign a partnership agreement

On 2 March 2023, VetAgro Sup and ANSES signed a framework partnership agreement at the Paris International Agricultural Show. This partnership, which is formalising the long-standing collaboration between the two organisations, aims in particular to develop holistic approaches to study animal health issues, in line with the One Health concept.
03/03/2023 —
Inside ANSES

One Health for humans, animals and ecosystems: ANSES and INRAE renew their partnership

On 3 March, Benoit Vallet, Director General of ANSES, and Philippe Mauguin, Chair and CEO of INRAE, signed a new partnership agreement for the next five years. The two partners are thus undertaking to extend their joint work to produce invaluable knowledge for the development of sustainable production systems and the preservation of ecosystems, in keeping with the “One Health” approach.
Poignée de main entre Benoît Vallet et Stanislaw Winiarczyk
28/02/2023 —
Inside ANSES

ANSES and the Polish National Veterinary Research Institute extend their partnership

On 28 February, ANSES and the Polish National Veterinary Research Institute (PIWet) renewed their partnership for a further five years. Their cooperation, which began in 2012, has led to numerous exchanges and joint projects in animal health and food safety.
Agent tous risques
24/02/2023 —
News

"Agent tous risques": step into the shoes of an ANSES scientist

A virus in animals, a pandemic in our midst? Detecting pathogens circulating among animals and preventing them from spreading is the daily mission of ANSES scientists. With this online game, the Agency brings you a fun way to discover how its "Agents tous risques" handle a new disease.
Un chien auquel on donne des médicaments
20/02/2023 —
Daily life

Be careful before giving human medication to an animal

Paracetamol and aspirin can be fatal for our pets. Other medication intended for humans can cause poisoning in animals. Below we review the most common situations and issue some recommendations you should keep in mind before giving these medicines to an animal.

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