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Proprietary and intellectual property rights

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Sources and reliability

The information on RIVM’s website originates from a variety of sources. RIVM makes every effort to provide the information accurately and comprehensively and keep it as accurate and comprehensive as possible. Nevertheless, this does not constitute a warranty on the part of RIVM that the information provided is accurate, comprehensive or up to date.

Exclusion of liability

The use of the information is at the user’s own risk. RIVM accepts no liability in any way for direct or indirect damages caused by – or in any way linked to – the use of this website or the information provided.

External links

The website may contain links to external websites not managed by RIVM. RIVM provides these links for the user’s convenience. RIVM is not responsible for the content of external websites, nor does the provision of these links constitute any approval or recommendation by RIVM with regard to the content of these external websites. The user should be aware that the terms and conditions of such external websites may differ from those of RIVM.

Reuse of texts, images, models or other materials

Images on the RIVM website may not be reused without consent. If you would like to use an image, please send a request to info@rivm.nl, specifying which image your request concerns and the purpose you wish to use it for. Images on the RIVM website may not be used for commercial purposes.