Immunisation protects people’s health at every stage of life – children, adolescents, adults, older adults, people with chronic health conditions, and pregnant women. More than 20 infectious diseases and infection-associated cancers are preventable by vaccination.

Acute respiratory infections

Acute respiratory infections are a health threat that we’re already witnessing, and vulnerable populations are especially susceptible to them

Adult immunisation

It is estimated that in 2060, 30% of Europeans will be 65+ (nearly 130 million people)

Vaccine-preventable cancers

40% of all cancers are preventable and vaccination is a proven preventive measure for both the human papillomavirus (HPV) and the hepatitis B virus (HBV)

Value of vaccination

Immunisation has saved 154 million lives over the last 50 years – that’s 6 lives every minute, and has had a huge positive impact on public health.

COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound effect on people’s lives and on healthcare systems throughout the world

Travel vaccination

In 2023, over 1.2 billion people travelled for tourism. While travelling abroad, people can encounter a number of health risks.