Focusing on COVID-19 and influenza vaccination, the study investigated factors associated with vaccine uptake and hesitancy — and what may help strengthen vaccine confidence among healthcare professionals.

The findings highlight an important message: there is no one-size-fits-all approach to vaccine promotion. Strategies need to consider different professional groups, vaccines, educational backgrounds and geographical contexts.

Explore the study, key findings and next steps on the EuCARE page, where you can also access the full scientific paper.

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From clinical aspects and Long COVID to vaccination, immunology, schools and social impacts, the programme brings together researchers, experts and policymakers to explore how evidence generated during and after the COVID-19 pandemic can help strengthen European resilience.

The conference will conclude with a dedicated discussion on preparedness, research and policy, followed by reflections on the legacy of the EuCARE project.

Le Méridien Visconti, Rome
1–2 October 2026

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The presentation explored mental health and learning loss associated with school-based COVID-19 mitigation measures.

The full presentation is now available online, an opportunity to revisit the research and learn more about the evidence generated through EuCARE.

Watch the presentation through the link .

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The COVID-19 pandemic reminded us that protecting public health is a collective effort. Healthcare professionals, researchers, volunteers and local communities all played a vital role in responding to an unprecedented global challenge.

At EuCARE, we believe that collaboration, solidarity and scientific knowledge are essential to strengthening preparedness for future health emergencies.

Today, we celebrate the people whose commitment helps protect lives and build more resilient communities.

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Presented by Prof. Camilla Tincati, the study “Severe Acute COVID-19 Is Associated With Depressive Symptoms and Reduced Anxiety Resolution During Post-Acute Follow-Up” explores the relationship between the severity of acute COVID-19 and mental health outcomes during post-acute follow-up.

This work reflects the continued collaboration of EuCARE researchers and partners to better understand the long-term impact of COVID-19 and contribute to the growing evidence on Long COVID.

Congratulations to Camilla Tincati and all the co-authors involved!

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Over two days, researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers and project partners will come together to reflect on the knowledge generated throughout the EuCARE project and discuss how it can help strengthen pandemic preparedness for the future.

Join us as we share key findings, foster collaboration and explore the legacy of EuCARE in advancing evidence-based public health.

More information, including the full programme and registration details, will be available soon.

Rome, Italy
1–2 October 2026

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At EuCARE, we remain committed to advancing research, fostering collaboration and strengthening pandemic preparedness – while embracing the slower pace of the season.

Thank you for following our journey. We wish you a restful summer and look forward to sharing more updates with you after the summer.

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This Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak is teaching us again that, no matter how prepared we think we are, a new zoonotic jump, can makes us need to start everything all over again. As Ebola virus (O zairense) is the most common cause of Ebola virus disease, most diagnostic tests were developed based on this species and thus the most widely available PCR diagnostic platforms are not able to detect the Bundibugyo virus.

Also, the Bundibugyo virus presents with very unspecific symptoms and different from previous Ebola virus disease cases. For example, bleeding, a very specific symptom of Ebola virus disease, is many times missing in Ebola virus disease caused by Bundibugyo virus, making clinical suspiction more difficult.

While SARS-CoV-2 and Ebola differ significantly in their patterns of transmission, clinical presentation and public health impact, both highlight the importance of developing a solid base of evidence for preparedness, early surveillance, accurate diagnosis and timely public health action.

Recent observations from the current Ebola outbreak also remind us that diseases may not always present as expected. When symptoms are less easily recognised, detecting and containing outbreaks becomes even more challenging.

At EuCARE, we believe that comparing emerging infectious diseases helps strengthen preparedness, improve surveillance and support evidence-based public health responses.

Because every lesson learned today helps us prepare for tomorrow.

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As part of the WHO Healthcare Workers project, EuCARE is contributing to an international study exploring both the burden of Long COVID among healthcare workers and their knowledge, attitudes and practices towards the condition.

By identifying knowledge gaps and better understanding healthcare workers’ experiences, this initiative aims to support clinical training, inform healthcare policies and ultimately improve care for people living with Long COVID.

Because improving patient care starts with understanding those who provide it.

You can see more information about the study in the link, which is included in the activities of our website!

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