The main purpose of this website is to provide accurate, objective, up-to-date evidence on vaccines and vaccination in general. It also provides an overview of the mechanisms in place in the European Union (EU) to ensure that available vaccines conform to the highest standards of safety and effectiveness. Read more about us.
COVID-19
Key facts on COVID-19, symptoms, complications, long-term COVID-19, how it spreads, and risk factors.
Diphtheria
Key facts on diphtheria, symptoms, complications, risk factors, how it spreads, prevention, and treatment.
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
Key facts on HPV, symptoms, complications, risk factors, how it spreads, prevention, and treatment.
Benefits of vaccination for individuals
Learn how vaccines protect individuals against serious and life-threatening diseases.
Benefits of vaccination for the community
Find out how vaccines help reduce the spread of disease in communities, and help establish herd immunity.
How vaccines work
Find out how vaccines protect people by triggering an immune response.
Approval of vaccines in the European Union
Information on vaccine approval, testing, and scientific evaluation by authorities, in order to control quality, effectiveness and safety.
When to vaccinate
Find national vaccination schedules for EU/EEA countries offering vaccinations for specific ages and populations.
Vaccine effectiveness
Approved vaccines are effective at preventing disease, serious symptoms, and decreasing transmission.