How well is the Dutch population protected against infectious diseases? RIVM investigates this every ten years through the PIENTER study. The fourth round of the study began earlier this month. In total, around 125,000 people in the Netherlands will receive an invitation to take part over the coming year.

Climate change, such as drought and extreme weather, has a major impact on European food systems. Technological developments, geopolitical unrest and conflicts also play an important role. This is shown by a literature review carried out by RIVM and international workshops held with policymakers, experts and representatives from industry and civil society.