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Pesticides in drinking water: how does ANSES contribute to protecting consumer health?

Updated on 25/02/2021

As they disperse in our environment, pesticides can be transformed into one or more other compounds called "metabolites". The active substances of pesticides and their metabolites are therefore liable to contaminate water resources and end up in drinking water (DW). ANSES supports the authorities in managing situations where the regulatory limits are exceeded, in order to guarantee consumer health. It has also designed a method for identifying which pesticide metabolites warrant priority attention, with regard to the health issues associated with drinking water consumption.

Keywords : Water, Pesticides, Tap water

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Avian influenza in six questions

Published on 11/02/2021

Keywords : Avian influenza, Animal diseases, Zoonosis, Animal health, H5N1 (Bird), Bird flu

Avian influenza is a highly contagious viral infection occurring in wild and domestic birds. Wild bird migration periods and movements have an impact on the level of risk of influenza virus transmission from wildlife to poultry farms. Liable to cause extremely high animal mortality and therefore major economic losses, some avian influenza viruses can be transmitted to humans under certain conditions. Here we present the profile of a highly contagious disease and describe the work of ANSES, a key player in preventing the spread of high-pathogenicity avian influenza viruses.

Antimicrobial resistance

Updated on 19/01/2021

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

Antimicrobial resistance is a major international human and animal health issue, because the emergence and spread of drug-resistant strains of bacteria call into question the efficacy of these treatments in humans and animals alike. Preserving the effectiveness of antibiotics is therefore a genuine public health challenge 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 address the topic of antibiotic resistance. Through all its research, reference, surveillance and risk assessment activities, the Agency contributes to a greater understanding of the risks associated with antimicrobial resistance related to farming, food and the environment and, therefore, ultimately the risks to human health.

Electronic submission of MA application dossiers for veterinary medicinal products

Updated on 12/01/2021

Since 1 January 2010, ANSES-ANMV has accepted electronic submission of applications for marketing authorisation (MA), as well as for modifications, transfers and renewals of MA. This submission method is optional. Paper applications are still accepted.

Learn all about vectors and the issues associated with their control

Published on 06/01/2021

Keywords : Vecteurs, Vector control (VC), Ticks, Mosquitos

Lyme disease, Zika, chikungunya, dengue... Recent years have seen a re-emergence of the pathogens responsible for these diseases, which are transmitted by insects and other arthropods. On Thursday 17 December 2020, ANSES is hosting a scientific webinar on the new prospects for controlling these species, known as vectors. The Agency is taking this opportunity to explain exactly what these pathogen vectors are: not only tiger mosquitoes and ticks, but other vectors of diseases specifically affecting animals or plants. What is ANSES doing in the areas of expert appraisal and research to address these health issues? All the answers are in this dossier on the subject.

Research on vectors undertaken at ANSES

Updated on 06/01/2021

Keywords : Vectors, Vector control (VC), Ticks

Some arthropods (a family that includes insects and arachnids) such as ticks and mosquitoes can transmit pathogens that cause diseases in animals, plants and/or humans. Several ANSES laboratories are studying vector-borne diseases transmitted to animals and the ability of vectors to transmit these pathogens. 

Use-by date (UBD) and date of minimum durability (DMD)

Updated on 15/01/2021

Keywords : Food labelling, Use-by date (UBD) and Best-before date (BBD)

Terms such as “Use by”, “Use before” and “Best before” are printed on the packaging of food products. But how are they different? What do UBD and DMD mean? What products do they apply to? Can certain foods be safely eaten after their expiration date? What foods and drinks are imperishable? ANSES answers your most frequently asked questions and provides you with some tips to help you avoid making mistakes.

Monitoring and learning about infectious diseases of horses in order to improve welfare and performance

Published on 14/12/2020

Keywords : Horses

Horse health raises specific issues, since these animals are mainly kept for recreation, sport and competition. Monitoring and detection of numerous equine infectious diseases is a mandatory step before they can be allowed to compete and breed. ANSES is the reference laboratory for equine diseases at both national and European level. It is also an international reference laboratory for two diseases affecting horses: dourine and glanders.

Monitoring sales of veterinary antimicrobials

Published on 27/11/2020

Keywords : Antibiotics, Antimicrobials, Veterinary medicinal products, Veterinary drugs, Antibiotic resistance, Antimicrobial resistance

Antimicrobial resistance is a major public health issue concerning both human and veterinary medicine. Monitoring of sales of veterinary antimicrobials is one of the main sources of information used to assess and manage the risks associated with antimicrobial resistance. These sales have been monitored annually by the Agency since 1999, based on the recommendations of the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE).

Resapath

Published on 27/11/2020

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

Since 1982, this unique scheme has been monitoring changes in antimicrobial resistance in all animal species in France. Run by two ANSES laboratories (Lyon and Ploufragan-Plouzané), it coordinates the work of more than 70 departmental laboratories in determining resistance to antimicrobials.

One Health

Published on 16/11/2020

Keywords : One health

The "One Health" concept was first put forward in the early 2000s, with growing awareness of the close links between human health, animal health and the overall state of the environment. It aims to promote a multidisciplinary, global approach to health issues. ANSES's work is fully in line with the One Health concept, and the Agency is coordinating several projects based on it.

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