Antimicrobial resistance in the Netherlands is remaining reasonably stable

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

06/27/2019 - 15:00

Air quality Sint Maarten landfill

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.

06/20/2019 - 10:16

Human and veterinary health sectors join forces for responsible use of antibiotics.

Bacteria that are resistant to almost all antibiotics continue to spread across Europe. This was revealed by new figures from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

11/18/2013 - 00:00

In The Spotlight: Young Researchers

RIVM 'Young Researchers' present their PhD research in 4 short films which were made especially to highlight and explain their scientific research.

11/14/2013 - 00:00