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Good afternoon, dear Global Health Hub Community! According to the Federal Intelligence Service (Bundesnachrichtendienst, BND), a laboratory accident in Wuhan is the most likely origin of the corona crises ( https://www.tagesschau.de/inland/bnd-corona-ursprung-wuhan-labor-bundesregierung-100.html). This insight is now also shared by other services ( https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/jan/26/cia-now-backs-lab-leak-theory-to-explain-origins-of-covid-19) and numerous experts ( https://www.uni-hamburg.de/newsroom/presse/2021/pm8.html). If nothing else, it proves that a worldwide *ban* on so-called *gain-of-function* research should be given the highest *priority* on the agenda of the World Health Organization, which, according to its own statement, is "dedicated to the well-being of all people". What can the GHHG and the future German federal government do to make this happen? Günter Reiner

Hello Global Health Hub Community,

I’m Dr. Anissa Harbi, an immunologist with a deep passion for improving healthcare access, especially in low-resource settings. I wanted to introduce Open Immuno, a project I started to help democratize access to immunology diagnostics. Our goal is to provide open-source tools, easy-to-follow protocols, and training materials that can be used by healthcare professionals and researchers in communities that need it most.

Through collaboration and innovation, We are aiming to make healthcare more accessible, affordable, and equitable. We’d love to connect with others who are passionate about global health, share ideas, and explore ways to make a real difference together.

Looking forward to engaging with this wonderful community!

Warm regards,
Dr. Anissa Harbi
Founder, Open Immuno

Priorities for the Upcoming EU Elections

As we approach the European Parliament elections on 6-9 June, it's important to reflect on the pivotal role these elections play in shaping the future of public health across Europe. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, health has rightly taken center stage in European politics, leading to significant developments in EU health policy, such as the European Health Union, Europe's Beating Cancer Plan and the European Health Data Space.
As we look ahead to the next mandate of the European Parliament, it's vital that candidates prioritize health and commit to keeping it at the top of the political agenda. We need leaders who will champion ambitious EU health policies, ensure equal access to healthcare for all and promote resilient and equitable health systems across the continent.
The EPHC has identified 5 key priorities that it believes should be on the agenda, which you can read in full by clicking the link below. As we look to the future of public health in Europe, we want to hear from you! What do you think are the most pressing health challenges and what actions do you think European leaders should prioritize to address them? Share your thoughts and ideas in the comments section below!