Katie Owens
@ktowens.bsky.social
EUComms person and cancer thriver
Interested in public communication and literacy, especially linked to health (physical and mental) and nutrition/food safety
Views my own
Interested in public communication and literacy, especially linked to health (physical and mental) and nutrition/food safety
Views my own
It’s #EUDemocacy package day.
More than ever, people’s views are being shaped by algorithm-driven and personalised content.
Look forward to seeing how the EU will step up protection for democracy, and also address the blurry lines between accurate, false and misleading content on health topics.
More than ever, people’s views are being shaped by algorithm-driven and personalised content.
Look forward to seeing how the EU will step up protection for democracy, and also address the blurry lines between accurate, false and misleading content on health topics.
November 12, 2025 at 6:41 AM
It’s #EUDemocacy package day.
More than ever, people’s views are being shaped by algorithm-driven and personalised content.
Look forward to seeing how the EU will step up protection for democracy, and also address the blurry lines between accurate, false and misleading content on health topics.
More than ever, people’s views are being shaped by algorithm-driven and personalised content.
Look forward to seeing how the EU will step up protection for democracy, and also address the blurry lines between accurate, false and misleading content on health topics.
With all eyes on Belém for the 30th UN climate conference this week, it seems timely to recall the interlinkages between human, animal and planetary health.
#OneHealth
#OneHealth
November 10, 2025 at 9:44 AM
With all eyes on Belém for the 30th UN climate conference this week, it seems timely to recall the interlinkages between human, animal and planetary health.
#OneHealth
#OneHealth
Weekend read ahead of #EPH2025
(which I’ll be sadly trying to monitor from afar once again)
(which I’ll be sadly trying to monitor from afar once again)
📢 New Eurohealth issue for #EPH2025 is out.
It explores how investing in health can strengthen equity, resilience & sustainability across Europe — from planetary health and youth mental health to dis/misinformation and digital skills.
Read: eurohealthobservatory.who.int/publications...
It explores how investing in health can strengthen equity, resilience & sustainability across Europe — from planetary health and youth mental health to dis/misinformation and digital skills.
Read: eurohealthobservatory.who.int/publications...
November 8, 2025 at 8:10 AM
Weekend read ahead of #EPH2025
(which I’ll be sadly trying to monitor from afar once again)
(which I’ll be sadly trying to monitor from afar once again)
🤧Coughs, sneezes and sniffles – a sure sign that the respiratory illness season is just around the corner.
Happy to get my flu and Covid vaccine done at the pharmacy today.
#VaccinesWork #UnitedInProtection
Happy to get my flu and Covid vaccine done at the pharmacy today.
#VaccinesWork #UnitedInProtection
October 16, 2025 at 10:54 AM
🤧Coughs, sneezes and sniffles – a sure sign that the respiratory illness season is just around the corner.
Happy to get my flu and Covid vaccine done at the pharmacy today.
#VaccinesWork #UnitedInProtection
Happy to get my flu and Covid vaccine done at the pharmacy today.
#VaccinesWork #UnitedInProtection
Today’s challenge: how to communicate about crisis preparedness and resilience without causing more public anxiety (during a very challenging time for many)
October 15, 2025 at 10:56 AM
Today’s challenge: how to communicate about crisis preparedness and resilience without causing more public anxiety (during a very challenging time for many)
Reposted by Katie Owens
Children's safety is non-negotiable.
We've asked Snapchat, YouTube, Apple and Google to provide information on age checks, recommender systems and app store risks.
Under the DSA, they must prove how they protect minors from harmful content and illegal products ↓
link.europa.eu/jHFVh8
We've asked Snapchat, YouTube, Apple and Google to provide information on age checks, recommender systems and app store risks.
Under the DSA, they must prove how they protect minors from harmful content and illegal products ↓
link.europa.eu/jHFVh8
October 10, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Children's safety is non-negotiable.
We've asked Snapchat, YouTube, Apple and Google to provide information on age checks, recommender systems and app store risks.
Under the DSA, they must prove how they protect minors from harmful content and illegal products ↓
link.europa.eu/jHFVh8
We've asked Snapchat, YouTube, Apple and Google to provide information on age checks, recommender systems and app store risks.
Under the DSA, they must prove how they protect minors from harmful content and illegal products ↓
link.europa.eu/jHFVh8
Every year, the @nobelprize.bsky.social reminds us that scientific and technological progress is not something that 'just happens', but that people are behind it.
Through hard work, success and failure, they endeavour to advance human progress.
Love this take from @toniemudde.bsky.social
Through hard work, success and failure, they endeavour to advance human progress.
Love this take from @toniemudde.bsky.social
October 10, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Every year, the @nobelprize.bsky.social reminds us that scientific and technological progress is not something that 'just happens', but that people are behind it.
Through hard work, success and failure, they endeavour to advance human progress.
Love this take from @toniemudde.bsky.social
Through hard work, success and failure, they endeavour to advance human progress.
Love this take from @toniemudde.bsky.social
Learning how public health is also an important element of the European Semester 2025.
There is information on health systems for each of the EU countries in annex plus challenges linked to healthcare.
There is information on health systems for each of the EU countries in annex plus challenges linked to healthcare.
October 10, 2025 at 7:51 AM
Learning how public health is also an important element of the European Semester 2025.
There is information on health systems for each of the EU countries in annex plus challenges linked to healthcare.
There is information on health systems for each of the EU countries in annex plus challenges linked to healthcare.
A full day in Luxembourg attending the EU Public Health Expert Group meeting: a timely moment to talk about non-communicable diseases (and much more) on the eve of World Mental Health Day and as we mark breast cancer awareness month.
health.ec.europa.eu/non-communic...
health.ec.europa.eu/non-communic...
October 9, 2025 at 8:11 PM
A full day in Luxembourg attending the EU Public Health Expert Group meeting: a timely moment to talk about non-communicable diseases (and much more) on the eve of World Mental Health Day and as we mark breast cancer awareness month.
health.ec.europa.eu/non-communic...
health.ec.europa.eu/non-communic...
Reposted by Katie Owens
The European Commission has launched its Apply AI and AI in Science strategies, a major step for AI-driven research and innovation in Europe. scadv.eu/4MlYCve
Many of their actions reflect the scientific advice of the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors’ report. scadv.eu/b8kqRDd
Many of their actions reflect the scientific advice of the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors’ report. scadv.eu/b8kqRDd
October 8, 2025 at 11:43 AM
The European Commission has launched its Apply AI and AI in Science strategies, a major step for AI-driven research and innovation in Europe. scadv.eu/4MlYCve
Many of their actions reflect the scientific advice of the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors’ report. scadv.eu/b8kqRDd
Many of their actions reflect the scientific advice of the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors’ report. scadv.eu/b8kqRDd
Reposted by Katie Owens
The European #HealthUnion thrives on collaboration. Networks and partnerships are the backbone of our shared resilience.
Join DG SANTE from 12:15 today at #EHFG2025 to explore how breaking silos boosts public health and strengthens our health security 👉 bit.ly/4n1g7v1.
Join DG SANTE from 12:15 today at #EHFG2025 to explore how breaking silos boosts public health and strengthens our health security 👉 bit.ly/4n1g7v1.
European Health Forum Gastein 2025
EHFG 2025: Rethinking solidarity in health Healing Europe´s fractured social contract
bit.ly
October 1, 2025 at 10:05 AM
The European #HealthUnion thrives on collaboration. Networks and partnerships are the backbone of our shared resilience.
Join DG SANTE from 12:15 today at #EHFG2025 to explore how breaking silos boosts public health and strengthens our health security 👉 bit.ly/4n1g7v1.
Join DG SANTE from 12:15 today at #EHFG2025 to explore how breaking silos boosts public health and strengthens our health security 👉 bit.ly/4n1g7v1.
Another development for the #EUSky community 👇
The European Commission is pleased to launch this new Science, Research & Innovation account. We look forward to connecting with the community on Bluesky! 🧪
Here you will find:
- EU scientific news
- Horizon Europe funding opportunities
- Innovative EU-supported projects
- Events, tools & resources
Here you will find:
- EU scientific news
- Horizon Europe funding opportunities
- Innovative EU-supported projects
- Events, tools & resources
October 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Another development for the #EUSky community 👇
Physically in Brussels but imagining I’m in Gastein this week.
A reminder that it’s free to follow the main sessions online.
Registration and agenda below 👇
www.ehfg.org/conference/p...
A reminder that it’s free to follow the main sessions online.
Registration and agenda below 👇
www.ehfg.org/conference/p...
EHFG — Programme
www.ehfg.org
September 29, 2025 at 7:27 AM
Physically in Brussels but imagining I’m in Gastein this week.
A reminder that it’s free to follow the main sessions online.
Registration and agenda below 👇
www.ehfg.org/conference/p...
A reminder that it’s free to follow the main sessions online.
Registration and agenda below 👇
www.ehfg.org/conference/p...
In a recent Eurobarometer, 41% of people said they were simply “too busy” to be active. Relatable, no?
I know sport helps my physical and mental health, so during the 10th edition of the European Week of Sport I'm challenging myself to go for little walks and not get so stuck at my desk.
I know sport helps my physical and mental health, so during the 10th edition of the European Week of Sport I'm challenging myself to go for little walks and not get so stuck at my desk.
How to fit exercise into your routine this autumn
The European Week of Sport encourages all Europeans to #BeActive - at school, at work, and on their way there. Taking small steps like walking, cycling or taking the stairs can make a big difference.
sport.ec.europa.eu
September 26, 2025 at 6:59 AM
In a recent Eurobarometer, 41% of people said they were simply “too busy” to be active. Relatable, no?
I know sport helps my physical and mental health, so during the 10th edition of the European Week of Sport I'm challenging myself to go for little walks and not get so stuck at my desk.
I know sport helps my physical and mental health, so during the 10th edition of the European Week of Sport I'm challenging myself to go for little walks and not get so stuck at my desk.
It’s that time of year again.
Remember frequent hand washing and catching coughs/sneezes in a tissue can help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses!
Remember frequent hand washing and catching coughs/sneezes in a tissue can help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses!
September 24, 2025 at 7:34 AM
It’s that time of year again.
Remember frequent hand washing and catching coughs/sneezes in a tissue can help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses!
Remember frequent hand washing and catching coughs/sneezes in a tissue can help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses!
Information manipulation can prevent people from making informed decisions by misleading them.
Sharing these tips to stay alert in case anyone needs a reminder 👇
#FactsMatter
Sharing these tips to stay alert in case anyone needs a reminder 👇
#FactsMatter
6 tips to spot and stop information manipulation
Discover our visual story with tips to help you spot false or misleading content and stay safe online.
ec.europa.eu
September 23, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Information manipulation can prevent people from making informed decisions by misleading them.
Sharing these tips to stay alert in case anyone needs a reminder 👇
#FactsMatter
Sharing these tips to stay alert in case anyone needs a reminder 👇
#FactsMatter
We are delighted to announce that the European Parliament's Bluesky family is expanding, with the arrival of accounts for each of the Parliament's Committees 🦋
Check out the full list below, and follow them for regular updates on Committee activity - votes, meetings, etc.!
Check out the full list below, and follow them for regular updates on Committee activity - votes, meetings, etc.!
September 22, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Welcome @sant.europarl.europa.eu 👇
The European Parliament’s Committee on Public Health is now on Bluesky 🦋!
Follow us for regular Committee updates and activities - meetings, votes, missions, and more - and for more information visit our website at www.europarl.europa.eu/committees/e...
Follow us for regular Committee updates and activities - meetings, votes, missions, and more - and for more information visit our website at www.europarl.europa.eu/committees/e...
Highlights | Home | SANT | Committees | European Parliament
www.europarl.europa.eu
September 22, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Welcome @sant.europarl.europa.eu 👇
Working with content creators and ambassadors for public health: this is the topic for my morning, thanks to @ecdc.europa.eu.
Also inspired by #EUInfluencer debates, are there (more) trusted voices that can be tapped into here on Bluesky, or are we simply shouting into a void/the echo chamber?
Also inspired by #EUInfluencer debates, are there (more) trusted voices that can be tapped into here on Bluesky, or are we simply shouting into a void/the echo chamber?
September 22, 2025 at 8:11 AM
Working with content creators and ambassadors for public health: this is the topic for my morning, thanks to @ecdc.europa.eu.
Also inspired by #EUInfluencer debates, are there (more) trusted voices that can be tapped into here on Bluesky, or are we simply shouting into a void/the echo chamber?
Also inspired by #EUInfluencer debates, are there (more) trusted voices that can be tapped into here on Bluesky, or are we simply shouting into a void/the echo chamber?
Reposted by Katie Owens
Together with many European medicines authorities, we’re joining the campaign #medicinesarenotsweets🍬
Make sure you use over-the-counter medicines safely. They may be easy to buy, but they are not candy.
Find out more about the campaign: www.hma.eu/about-hma/re...
Make sure you use over-the-counter medicines safely. They may be easy to buy, but they are not candy.
Find out more about the campaign: www.hma.eu/about-hma/re...
September 15, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Together with many European medicines authorities, we’re joining the campaign #medicinesarenotsweets🍬
Make sure you use over-the-counter medicines safely. They may be easy to buy, but they are not candy.
Find out more about the campaign: www.hma.eu/about-hma/re...
Make sure you use over-the-counter medicines safely. They may be easy to buy, but they are not candy.
Find out more about the campaign: www.hma.eu/about-hma/re...
Reposted by Katie Owens
Peace starts with us.
The European Union was created to turn a divided continent into one of dialogue between 🇪🇺 countries, cooperation, and solidarity.
Peace is not just part of our past — it remains our mission.
Today and every day.
#PeaceDay
The European Union was created to turn a divided continent into one of dialogue between 🇪🇺 countries, cooperation, and solidarity.
Peace is not just part of our past — it remains our mission.
Today and every day.
#PeaceDay
September 21, 2025 at 7:28 AM
Peace starts with us.
The European Union was created to turn a divided continent into one of dialogue between 🇪🇺 countries, cooperation, and solidarity.
Peace is not just part of our past — it remains our mission.
Today and every day.
#PeaceDay
The European Union was created to turn a divided continent into one of dialogue between 🇪🇺 countries, cooperation, and solidarity.
Peace is not just part of our past — it remains our mission.
Today and every day.
#PeaceDay
It’s not spam, I promise… just a bit of self promotion 🫣
#EUInfluencer
#EUInfluencer
Spotlighting the Top 5 in Healthcare at #EUinfluencer2025! 🏥
🥇 Claire Skentelbery
🥈 @ktowens.bsky.social
🥉 Nathalie Moll
🏅 @gerardofortuna.bsky.social
🏅 @pietercleppe.bsky.social
👏 Congrats to these voices shaping Europe’s healthcare future!
🥇 Claire Skentelbery
🥈 @ktowens.bsky.social
🥉 Nathalie Moll
🏅 @gerardofortuna.bsky.social
🏅 @pietercleppe.bsky.social
👏 Congrats to these voices shaping Europe’s healthcare future!
September 19, 2025 at 6:44 PM
It’s not spam, I promise… just a bit of self promotion 🫣
#EUInfluencer
#EUInfluencer
Hanging out at #EUInfluencer this evening: familiar talks about making EU comms resonate with people, the next generation meeting audiences on Instagram and now AI.
But even nicer, many familiar, friendly faces that is in stark contrast to the conflict and polarisation on social media today.
But even nicer, many familiar, friendly faces that is in stark contrast to the conflict and polarisation on social media today.
September 19, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Hanging out at #EUInfluencer this evening: familiar talks about making EU comms resonate with people, the next generation meeting audiences on Instagram and now AI.
But even nicer, many familiar, friendly faces that is in stark contrast to the conflict and polarisation on social media today.
But even nicer, many familiar, friendly faces that is in stark contrast to the conflict and polarisation on social media today.
I'm seeing a lot of posts about the best timing for Hepatitis B vaccination today (linked to discussions in the US).
As a reminder you can find out more about the disease and EU countries' national schedules on the European Vaccination Information Portal 👇
vaccination-info.europa.eu/en/hepatitis-b
As a reminder you can find out more about the disease and EU countries' national schedules on the European Vaccination Information Portal 👇
vaccination-info.europa.eu/en/hepatitis-b
Hepatitis B
Key facts on hepatitis B, symptoms, complications, risk factors, how it spreads, prevention, and treatment.
vaccination-info.europa.eu
September 19, 2025 at 8:16 AM
I'm seeing a lot of posts about the best timing for Hepatitis B vaccination today (linked to discussions in the US).
As a reminder you can find out more about the disease and EU countries' national schedules on the European Vaccination Information Portal 👇
vaccination-info.europa.eu/en/hepatitis-b
As a reminder you can find out more about the disease and EU countries' national schedules on the European Vaccination Information Portal 👇
vaccination-info.europa.eu/en/hepatitis-b
Was great to join this event today and hear about communicating about vaccination with empathy.
Looking forward to seeing how the training will be rolled out to meet more healthcare professionals.
And as a added bonus, I got to meet @lewan.bsky.social in person after following him for many years!
Looking forward to seeing how the training will be rolled out to meet more healthcare professionals.
And as a added bonus, I got to meet @lewan.bsky.social in person after following him for many years!
September 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Was great to join this event today and hear about communicating about vaccination with empathy.
Looking forward to seeing how the training will be rolled out to meet more healthcare professionals.
And as a added bonus, I got to meet @lewan.bsky.social in person after following him for many years!
Looking forward to seeing how the training will be rolled out to meet more healthcare professionals.
And as a added bonus, I got to meet @lewan.bsky.social in person after following him for many years!