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Chevaux
09/07/2020 —
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An ANSES unit becomes the international reference laboratory for an equine parasitic disease

The Physiopathology and Epidemiology of Equine Diseases (PhEED) Unit, within the Normandy site of ANSES's Laboratory for Animal Health, has just been appointed international reference laboratory for dourine, an equine parasitic disease. This mandate was announced by the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) on 16 June, and is the first international mandate for the Normandy-based unit. Within the laboratory, Laurent Hébert becomes the designated expert.
Protoxyde Azote
09/07/2020 —
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Inhalation of nitrous oxide: ANSES recommends improving regulations and better informing the public about potential health risks

Nitrous oxide is a gas used in the medical field for its analgesic properties. It is also used and sold as a propellant in canisters for whipped cream dispensers and is therefore freely accessible in shops and on the internet. Inhalation of nitrous oxide, also known as ‘laughing gas’ because of its euphoric effect, is not without risk as it can cause severe neurological damage. In recent years, an increase in the number of poisonings has been recorded, especially among young people. To avoid the practice spreading even more, ANSES recommends strengthening the regulations on canisters for whipped cream dispensers and better informing young people and professionals about the neurological risks associated with the use of this gas.
Porc
08/07/2020 —
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Detection of a novel swine influenza virus in China underlines the importance of monitoring this disease in pigs

Although the novel influenza virus detected in pigs in China has some characteristics that favour its spread in humans, it does not pose an immediate human pandemic risk. Its appearance, however, is a reminder of the need to monitor the emergence and spread of swine influenza viruses, to ensure our readiness to develop new vaccines if necessary. This is the mission of the National Reference Laboratory for swine influenza (otherwise known as swine flu), hosted by the Pig Immunology and Virology Unit of ANSES's Ploufragan-Plouzané-Niort Laboratory.
Odorat
08/07/2020 —
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Loss of sense of smell: SARS-CoV-2 does not seem to infect the olfactory nerves

Anosmia – or loss of sense of smell – is one of the symptoms commonly encountered in COVID-19 patients, and healthcare personnel include this parameter when diagnosing patients infected with SARS-CoV-2. Very recent studies(1) have put forward the hypothesis that the virus infects the olfactory nerves in the nose. However, INRAE researchers, working closely with ANSES, have shown with an experimental hamster model that the virus infects other cells of the nasal mucosa, but not the olfactory nerves. Their work was published on 3 July in the journal Brain, Behaviour, and Immunity.
08/07/2020 —
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ANSES is participating in the preparation of a European Partnership for the Assessment of Risks from Chemicals

To advance research, share knowledge and improve expertise on chemical risk assessment, ANSES and its partners are preparing a European Partnership for the Assessment of Risks from Chemicals (PARC) as part of the next European Union research and innovation framework programme – Horizon Europe (2021-2027). ANSES is expected to coordinate this partnership. It is currently working with over thirty research and expert appraisal organisations across Europe to prepare the strategy and work programme to be submitted to the European Commission in the first half of 2021.
ciqual
07/07/2020 —
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Table of nutritional composition of foods (CIQUAL): ANSES supplements its data and publishes its work priorities for the coming years

With 3185 foods listed, the CIQUAL table managed by ANSES is the reference database on the nutritional composition of the most widely consumed foods in France. The new 2020 version of CIQUAL now includes details of all the individual sugars contained in foods. It also provides the latest data on the main fruits and vegetables, including those grown in the French overseas territories. And to bring it in line with the new food practices of the French population, the table now includes around 50 new foods consumed as part of a vegetarian diet. In addition, following a broad consultation undertaken with its users, the Agency is today publishing the top priority work themes being considered to supplement the CIQUAL table and optimise its use.
Piscine
03/07/2020 —
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Water filtration in public swimming pools: ANSES publishes its recommendations on membrane processes

Today, ANSES is publishing an opinion on the use of membrane processes for filtering pool water or water used for backwashing filters in public swimming pools, to safeguard the health of bathers. Its work compared the different types of membrane processes, in terms of their performance factors, conditions of use and specific limitations, especially with regard to their resistance to chlorine. This expert appraisal can also serve as a decision-support tool for pool operators wishing to use these types of processes. In addition, the Agency points out that while membrane processes are particularly effective in filtering water in public swimming pools, water quality depends primarily on the application of personal hygiene measures by bathers.
Air Extérieur
02/07/2020 —
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Pesticides in outdoor air: ANSES identifies the substances requiring further assessment

Today, ANSES is publishing its initial interpretation work on health impacts based on the results of the national exploratory campaign to measure pesticides (CNEP) in air, conducted jointly by ANSES, INERIS and the approved air quality monitoring associations (AASQAs) from June 2018 to June 2019. The aim of this first step was to build on the campaign results to formulate a proposal for permanently monitoring pesticides in air on a national level in the coming months. ANSES thus identified 32 top priority substances for which further investigation is required to guide this monitoring activity.
Science Ouverte
29/06/2020 —
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ANSES makes a commitment to open science

Open science “takes advantage of the digital transition to develop open access to publications and, to the fullest extent possible, to research data”. The results of scientific research become freely and immediately available, at no charge. Today, ANSES is making a commitment to open science in its role as a research-funding agency. As a member of an open science exchange network, the Agency signed a joint declaration with its partners on 29 June 2020. It also pursues a policy of open access through practical initiatives in its capacity as leader of the National Research Programme for Environmental and Occupational Health (PNR EST).

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