Published on 22/07/2019

Keywords : Plant protection productsPlant protection products, Biological pest control, Biocontrol

Biological pest control products include macro-organisms (invertebrates, insects, mites and nematodes) and plant protection products containing micro-organisms (fungi, bacteria, viruses), chemical mediators such as sex pheromones (chemical substances produced by insects that play a role in sexual attraction) and natural plant, animal or mineral-based substances. In a context advocating reduced use of plant protection products, biological control is one solution that has been identified for reaching the goals of the Ecophyto 2018 plan. For this reason, the marketing and assessment procedures need to be adjusted. Indeed, while the principles of biological control promote the use of processes and interactions that already exist in nature, these products can present risks for the environment. ANSES has therefore been asked to assess them.

Published on 03/06/2019

An applicant intending to submit a marketing authorisation application for a veterinary medicinal product using the decentralised procedure with France acting as RMS has to inform the Anses-ANMV at least 2 months in advance.

Updated on 22/07/2019

Keywords : Pharmacovigilance, Antiparasitics

As part of the veterinary pharmacovigilance scheme ANSES operates via the French Agency for Veterinary Medicinal Products, serious or even fatal adverse reactions in cats treated with topical antiparasitics containing permethrin, normally intended for dogs, are regularly reported. ANSES therefore reminds cat owners that they should never use permethrin-based veterinary drugs, and offers some advice on how to avoid poisoning.

Published on 30/04/2019

Keywords : Titanium dioxide, Additives, Nanomaterials, REACh (regulation)

Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is used in many industrial and commercial applications (food additives, cosmetics, pigments) and comes in different forms, both micro- and nanometric. ANSES is conducting work to assess the risks associated with the different routes of exposure to TiO2, by ingestion and inhalation. Below is an update on the Agency’s various activities in this domain.

Published on 30/04/2019

Keywords : Animal health, Animal diseases, African swine fever

African swine fever (ASF) is a haemorrhagic viral disease that affects only domestic pigs and wild boars and is not contagious to humans. Its presence in certain European countries represents a threat to the affected professional sectors. ANSES conducts work to improve detection of the virus and to supply technical and scientific support to authorities for the implementation of effective management measures to prevent the disease from being introduced into France.

Published on 11/04/2019

Keywords : Reference values (RVs)

As part of its missions and under the French National Environmental & Health Action Plan (2004-2008), the Agency began a national programme on TRVs in 2004 with the aim of building solid French expertise that could be shared by the various competent authorities in this area.

Published on 11/04/2019

Keywords : Nutrition, Food supplements, Minerals, Vitamins, Nutrivigilance

Consumption of food supplements, which provide a concentration of nutrients or other substances, has become increasingly common in France. These products are used for slimming, relieving stress, boosting energy or for athletes. While they are often perceived as harmless, in some cases they can expose the consumer to health risks. What work is ANSES doing on food supplements and what are its recommendations?

Published on 01/04/2019

Keywords : Microplastics, Food contaminants

­­­What are microplastics?

Published on 29/03/2019

Keywords : Antimicrobial resistance, Antibiotics, Resapath, Veterinary medicinal products, Animal health, Colistin

The development of antimicrobial resistance in animal and human bacteria is a major public health issue requiring an integrated approach across all types of medicine, according to the "One Health" concept covering both humans and animals. ANSES has mobilised significant resources to combat antimicrobial resistance, in particular by coordinating the French Surveillance Network for Antimicrobial Resistance in Pathogenic Bacteria of Animal Origin (Resapath), which is devoted to monitoring resistance in bacteria responsible for infections in all animal species. Resapath is both an essential tool for monitoring animal antimicrobial resistance and a key forum for cooperation among stakeholders in human and veterinary medicine. 

Updated on 04/07/2019

Keywords : Animal diseases, Foot and mouth disease, Animal health

Foot and mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious viral infection that is not transmissible to humans. It remains one of the main concerns of livestock farmers and health authorities, due to its potentially huge socio-economic impact. Below is a detailed review of ANSES’s work on FMD.