EU Affairs

It is our mission to improve the quality of gastroenterological care, and promote greater knowledge of digestive diseases. This is critical work.

30% of the European population is affected by a gastroenterological disease at least once during their lifetime. Even so, gastroenterology is still not a priority on the European health agenda. It is essential that we promote research, early diagnosis and treatment of diseases, and help develop an effective health policy for Europe. 

The Public Affairs Committee promotes gastroenterology at a public and political level, to raise awareness among the public and to persuade decision-makers in Brussels and every European country. As the representative for all the major European societies with an interest in the digestive system, UEG is the ideal stakeholder for the EU. We can only achieve our common goal, putting gastroenterology at the top of the Brussels agenda, by working in unison, speaking with one voice, and following a mutual strategy.