2013-06-20

BRUSSELS - The European Commission is proud to present the fifth edition of the EU Health Prize for Journalists. It is awarded to stimulate high-quality journalism that raises awareness of issues related to healthcare and citizen's rights.

Journalists are invited to submit their articles published in print or online media in any EU Member State (including Croatia) between 1 August 2012 and 30 September 2013. The articles must relate to one of the 12 health topics listed above. Submissions are open until 30 September 2013.

There is one nominee per Member State. All national nominees are invited to Brussels for the award ceremony where the winner and two runners-up will receive prizes with a value of:

1st prize: € 6,500
2nd prize: € 4,000
3rd prize: € 2,500

All necessary information and the rules of the prize can be found on the website of the EU Health Prize.