Overview

The Slovak Republic, which will be is at the helm of the Council of the European Union until the end of the year, has embraced some key health priorities, building on previous Presidency agendas. These priorities include: tuberculosis, antimicrobial resistance and vaccination, medicines shortages and access to innovative medicines, as well as, combating chronic non-communicable diseases and putting greater emphasis on food reformulation. The legislative agenda will focus on making progress on regulatory proposals for medical devices and the authorisation and supervision of medicinal products. The Presidency will promote the health agenda through engaging experts and civil society representatives in mutual dialogue.