Cost-effective risk assessment of nanomaterials may be feasible Companies, authorities and scientists can save time, money and test animals in the risk assessment of nanomaterials by using available data.
More children subjected to CT scanning The number of medical examinations in which children are exposed to relatively high radiation doses has increased significantly over the last years.
RIVM film about nanomaterials RIVM contributes to the safe use of nanomaterials through research, alerts and policy consultations, and this work is demonstrated in a short informative film.
RIVM provides support during the Nuclear Security Summit RIVM is in a state of readiness to assist and support the fire brigade, the Dutch National Police Service (KLPD) and the Regional Emergency Health Organisation (GHOR) in the event of any disasters
No more complementary vaccinations against measles for children aged six months The measles epidemic, the first case of which occurred in the Netherlands in May 2013, is coming to an end.
European harmonisation recommended for derivation of water quality standards for pesticides In the Netherlands, many different pesticides are detected in surface waters. Some of these compounds exceed the water quality standards.