Perceived health impact of COVID-19 pandemic differs widely among vulnerable people The health impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the associated measures is perceived very differently by vulnerable groups in society.
Half of post-traumatic stress disorder related to pandemic In autumn 2022, 3.7% of adults in the Netherlands were suffering from suspected post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Model for projecting COVID-19 hospital and ICU admissions, complete with code RIVM has published the code for model projections of COVID-19 hospital and ICU admissions. The code has been shared as part of a manuscript about the model.
BA.5 variant detected in the Netherlands The BA.5 variant of the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 was detected for the first time in the Netherlands this week.
Collaboration necessary to ensure the safe reuse of consumer products In a circular economy, products, materials and raw materials are continually reused. For example, consumer products like clothes, packaging and toys.