The 13-week scan will not become a fixed element of the prenatal screening process. This was announced by Minister Sophie Hermans of the Dutch Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport on 12 October 2026 in a Parliamentary Letter. She bases this decision on a scientific study and subsequent advice from the Health Council of the Netherlands. Until 1 January 2028, pregnant women can still opt for the 13-week scan.

From October, many people will receive an invitation in their letterbox for the flu vaccination. The flu vaccination is intended for people at higher risk of serious illness from the flu. They can get the flu jab free of charge from their General Practitioner or their healthcare facility.