On-line discussion on health and consumer policy at EU level.
Directorate General for Health and Consumers (DG SANCO) turns 10 years old this autumn. To celebrate this occasion, on September 14, DG SANCO will launch an on-line discussion on health and consumer policy on Debate Europe.
EU health and consumer policy touches many aspects of the daily life of Europeans, from the safety of the food they eat or the products they use, to the protection they enjoy when making purchases - be they abroad or online, to the promotion of healthy living and medical services across our borders.
But does the general public consider that EU health and consumer policy has had an impact on their lives? If so, was it helpful or did they have negative experiences? And are there still issues where the EU should intervene – or do better?
An on-line debate will provide Europeans with a good opportunity to make their voices heard on health and consumer policy and to get involved with a discussion with others. While visiting a special sub-site they will also be able to vote in an on-line opinion poll and learn more about EU initiatives by watching video-clips or following links provided.
The specific channel on Debate Europe is open from September 14 - 9 October 2009. Those wishing to participate should follow this link: http://europa.eu/debateeurope/index_en.htm. The conclusions of the on-line discussion will be presented during an anniversary seminar on 23 October 2009 which will be attended by current and former Commissioners, stakeholders and the media. It will also be made available on the DG SANCO website.
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