It is forecasted to be exceptionally hot over the coming days. Temperatures will rise to tropical levels. This can lead to problems for people with vulnerable health.

Shutting down the current Dutch reactor which produces medical isotopes, without replacing it, puts the world’s supply of medical radio-isotopes at risk.

People who live near Schiphol are regularly exposed to higher concentrations of ultrafine particles. This can have an effect on health.

Antimicrobial resistance is increasing on a global level. It is difficult to treat infections caused by resistant bacteria.

On average, nursing homes are doing well with regard to antibiotic resistance.

The declining trend in the number of children receiving vaccinations from the National Immunisation Programme has come to an end.

It is hot today. Moreover, it will stay warm in the coming days. For many people, that means enjoying the beach or terrace. The heat can lead to health risks for groups of vulnerable people.

RIVM welcomed a delegation of the Indonesian government and industry led by the Indonesian Minister of Health Ms.

At the beginning of 2019, the RIVM measured the air quality around the landfill at Philipsburg, Sint Maarten for two weeks. No or hardly any harmful substances were measured.

One of the findings of RIVM’s Public Health Foresight Study (PHFS) for addressing the complex societal challenges we face, is the necessity of integrated and person-centred approaches.