The government is considering introducing a sugar tax on food products. RIVM has examined two possible options for such a tax: one on products containing at least six grams of sugar per 100 grams (the 6% variant) and another on those containing at least 20 grams of sugar per 100 grams (the 20% variant). The study shows what proportion of the sugars consumed in the Netherlands would then be taxed.

The Netherlands has taken important steps in addressing hepatitis B and C infections over the past ten years. However, more effort is needed to significantly reduce the number of new and untreated hepatitis B and C infections. This is stated in the new RIVM National Hepatitis Plan 2026–2030.