More people sick as a result of food from their own kitchen

In 2021, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) and the Municipal Public Health Service (GGD) received 14% more reports of outbreaks of food-related infections than in 20

10/04/2022 - 14:46
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RIVM formulates criteria for R&D of sustainable pharmaceuticals

As part of an international research project, RIVM has formulated criteria for R&D of sustainable new pharmaceuticals. These GREENER criteria are an important first step to develop pharmaceuticals that do not impact the environment..
08/23/2022 - 10:30
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RIVM calls for increased involvement of scientific community in solving plastic crisis

Industry and policymakers are not availing themselves enough of the available scientific knowledge when it comes to smarter ways of dealing with plastics.
03/01/2022 - 14:26
Gedumpt afval en plastic in het water

Estimated costs of foodborne infections 140 million euros lower in 2020

In 2020, the estimated costs of foodborne infections in the Netherlands were 140 million euros lower than in the preceding year. This corresponds to a 30% decrease.

12/07/2021 - 10:35
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ANP

Method for safe and sustainable recycling of waste

The method developed by RIVM to assess whether waste treatment is sufficiently safe and sustainable, can contribute to the European ambitions for a safe and more circular economy.
03/23/2021 - 10:10

A guide for the safe reuse of diaper and incontinence materials

RIVM has developed a step-by-step plan for the safe reuse of diapers and incontinence material. This plan provides recyclers and licensing authorities with tools to carry out a risk assessment.

09/17/2019 - 15:04

Emphasising safety and sustainability in circular design

A stronger focus on safety, health and sustainability is needed in designing circular products. When basic resources are re-used in new products, health risks should be avoided.

06/03/2019 - 15:54

Disease burden and cost-of-illness of food-related pathogens in the Netherlands

Each year, RIVM presents an update on the number of illnesses caused by 14 enteric pathogens (such as Salmonella, Campylobacter or Listeria) that can be transmitted by food into the human body.

07/04/2018 - 00:00

More ESBL exposure through consumption of beef than chicken

Although ESBL-producing E.

01/31/2017 - 00:00

Safe, healthy and sustainable diets in the Netherlands: opportunities for integrated policy

The Netherlands aims to take the lead in the international ambition for a healthy, sustainable and safe dietary pattern.

01/25/2017 - 00:00