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Biotechnology

Published on 13/04/2022

With the rise of genetic engineering, biotechnology enables us to directly influence the genes of living organisms to modify their properties. Biotechnology is used in many sectors, from research to industrial applications, including in agriculture and health. Since its creation, ANSES has fulfilled various roles involving genetically modified plants in food or feed, known as GMOs. On 1 January 2022, these roles acquired a new dimension following the dissolution of the High Council for Biotechnology.

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Good practices for drinking water consumption

Updated on 03/05/2022

Should bottled water or tap water be preferred? How much water should I drink every day to stay adequately hydrated? What is the easiest way to get rid of the chlorine smell sometimes noticed in tap water? What containers should I use to store water? Are water filter jugs a good alternative to bottled water? The Agency answers all your questions in this new article.

Cyanobacteria

Updated on 04/05/2022

Cyanobacteria grow mainly in summer in waters such as lakes, ponds and some streams and rivers, and lead to a change in the colour of the water. Although they occur naturally in aquatic ecosystems, their proliferation, which results from excessive nutrient inputs to lakes and rivers, is becoming a growing international concern because of the ecological, health and economic consequences. This article provides some insights on this family of bacteria, which is gaining increasing attention.

Nanomaterials

Updated on 29/04/2022

Nanomaterials are increasingly being used in many everyday products, including foods, cosmetics, medications, etc. Their presence raises multiple questions about the risks they may pose to human health and to the environment. Below is a detailed review of ANSES's work on nanomaterials.  

Beware of stinging hairs from processionary caterpillars!

Updated on 16/05/2022

In springtime, in the forest or garden, you might have come across a line of caterpillars following each other in single file. These "processionary" caterpillars are insects with stinging hairs. They can cause inflammatory reactions in humans or animals that can sometimes be serious. ANSES provides you with a few simple protective measures below.

Review of the Agency’s work on glyphosate

Updated on 04/05/2022

Glyphosate is a herbicidal substance that can act on all plants. Because of its effectiveness, it is widely used in agricultural, forest and non-agricultural areas. In December 2017, the European Union re-approved its use for a further five years. Following the controversies of recent years, in particular regarding its carcinogenic potential, the assessment of products containing glyphosate has been strengthened at European level. In 2018, France initiated a national glyphosate withdrawal plan designed to phase out its main uses, while ensuring that farmers are not left without any alternatives. ANSES conducts studies on this substance and is responsible for issuing marketing authorisations for products containing it.  

Toxic plants

Updated on 02/05/2022

Some toxic plants resemble edible plants and may be confused with them, not only in the wild but also in the garden or vegetable patch. Picking plants for consumption is not without risk: 250 cases of confusion are documented every year. ANSES and the network of poison control centres are drawing attention to the risks of mistaking toxic plants for edible ones. The Agency is calling for greater vigilance and has issued advice on avoiding the risk of poisoning.

Clinical trials of veterinary medicinal products

Published on 22/04/2020

Regulatory reminder In accordance with the provisions of Article R.5141-2 of the Public Health Code, pursuant to sub-paragraph 6 of Article L.5141-16, clinical trials of veterinary drugs constitute one of the stages in the experimentation of veterinary medicinal products.

COVID-19: all ANSES's news

Updated on 10/05/2022

Since the beginning of the pandemic, ANSES has been making its expertise available to public decision-makers for the prevention of COVID-19-related health risks. The Agency has also been offering its expertise in its specific areas of competence – food and nutrition, animal health, occupational health, etc. – to provide the public with useful guidelines on how to organise daily life and protect health during this period. This page lists all the work carried out by the Agency and provides an overview of its organisation at this unprecedented time.

Export certification

Updated on 22/04/2020

ANSES-ANMV can issue certificates at the request of pharmaceutical establishments exporting veterinary medicines to third countries (Public Health Code, Article R.5141-127) or medicated feeding stuffs to other European Union Member States or to third countries (Public Health Code, Article R.5141-128).

Application for official release of a batch of inactivated or live rabies vaccines for veterinary use

Updated on 19/01/2021

In accordance with the provisions of Article R. 5141-81 of the Public Health Code, ANSES-ANMV carries out official batch releases of immunological products (OCABR) for rabies vaccines. Batches of inactivated or live rabies vaccines for veterinary use placed on the market in France are subject to an official batch release by the ANMV, which is the competent national authority. This official batch release includes an analysis of the documents relating to the batch manufacture and analytical controls carried out at ANSES's Nancy Laboratory.

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