During an infectious disease crisis, it is important to implement appropriate measures in good time. The mayor, chair of the security region, or government minister is responsible for deciding that. The medical specialists in infectious disease control at the Municipal Public Health Services (GGDs) and the National Institute of Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) advise these decision-makers about possible measures. Advisory opinions based on the latest professional knowledge in medicine and epidemiology are urgently needed in this context. The Centre for Infectious Disease Control plays a key role in compiling relevant knowledge. To streamline this process, the CIb has a structure for scaling up response. 

Local authorities have a statutory role in public health and health promotion in The Netherlands , further underpinned by additional national policies and manifestos. RIVM supports local policy makers and professionals to deliver on these responsibilities and objectives. It serves as the national hub for integrated expertise on health promotion, working closely together with a wide range of experts. This includes theme-specific national knowledge institutes, such as Trimbos .

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The most important results from the study are presented on this page. The results have been updated until round 8 (summer 2022).

The most important results from the study are presented on this page. The results have been updated until round 9 (end of 2022).