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You searched for these word(s): risk assessmentSmog alert in the Netherlands Tuesday 19 July
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/smog-alert-in-the-netherlands-tuesday-19-july… Just as in recent days, today, 19 July, there is a risk of smog across the Netherlands due to high ozone … for the next few days On Wednesday, there will again be a risk of smog. However, concentrations are expected to be … to the Netherlands Air Quality Index). Anyone is at risk of developing symptoms once this value is exceeded. If …
Publication date: 07-19-2022Structure of the study
https://www.rivm.nl/en/rubber-granulate/environmental-impact-study-on-rubber-granulate-2018/structure-of-study… RIVM had previously identified potential environmental risks from substances leaching out of the rubber granulate. … concentrations in the environment. If no environmental risks are detected at these pitches, it is plausible to … the same time as the RIVM study, STOWA conducted an impact assessment. This study used bioassays to assess the impact …
Publication date: 07-02-2018Mpox vaccination
https://www.rivm.nl/en/mpox/vaccination… men (MSM contact) and transgender people who have a high risk of getting mpox can be vaccinated against mpox by the … men (MSM contact) and transgender people who have a higher risk of getting mpox. You are eligible for mpox vaccination … criteria (hepatitis C screening as an indicator of high-risk behaviour).. Can I currently get a vaccination against …
Publication date: 07-21-2022Capacity Training Materials
https://www.rivm.nl/en/global-health-security/capacity-training-materials… & GMOs, Routes of transmission, Principles of biorisk, Good microbiological practice and procedure, … and waste management, Policy & Procedures and Risk Assessment. Each module contains an eLearning, followed …
Publication date: 07-03-2022National Heatwave Plan no longer in effect, smog alert withdrawn
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/national-heatwave-plan-no-longer-in-effect-smog-alert-withdrawn… heat is expected. Persistent warm weather poses a health risk for certain groups of people. Especially young … in care homes, chronically ill and overweight people are risk groups. …
Publication date: 07-20-2022Tools
https://www.rivm.nl/en/global-health-security/toolkits… and best practices concerning biosecurity. Surge Capacity Assessment Tool (SCAT) The SCAT analyzes testing capacity … as well as an extensive e-learning on how to perform lab assessments. They can be used by diagnostic laboratories … interested in laboratory outbreak preparedness. The assessments will help to determine improvements that can be …
Publication date: 07-03-2022Mpox vaccine
https://www.rivm.nl/en/mpox/vaccine… The vaccine available in the Netherlands used for high-risk contacts of an mpox patient is the smallpox vaccine …
Publication date: 07-21-2022Number of monkeypox infections continues to rise
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/number-of-monkeypox-infections-continues-to-rise… reason, WHO has declared that monkeypox is an international risk to public health. The first case of monkeypox in the … policy in the Netherlands. Starting on 25 July, high-risk groups will be offered vaccination (pre-exposure … MSM contact (men who have sex with men). The highest risk of infection in this group is among men who frequently …
Publication date: 07-25-2022Environmental impact study on rubber granulate 2018
https://www.rivm.nl/en/rubber-granulate/environmental-impact-study-on-rubber-granulate-2018… that accidentally ingest soil from the borders are not at risk. Ditch water and groundwater in the natural subsoil are … RIVM had previously identified potential environmental risks from substances leaching out of the rubber granulate. … safe limits for PAH concentrations based on health impact assessment. Depending on the available information on the …
Publication date: 07-02-2018DNFCS 2019-2021, 1-79 years
https://www.rivm.nl/en/dutch-national-food-consumption-survey/overview-surveys/dnfcs-2019-2021-1-79-years… had to be available for food safety dietary exposure assessment, dietary environmental impact estimation, for … closely, together with sufficient calcium, can reduce the risk of bone fractures. Vitamin D intake has increased in … in part of the population. With a high intake, a health risk cannot be ruled out. However, there are no concrete …
Publication date: 07-12-2022SDG 15 Restore ecosystems and preserve biodiversity
https://www.rivm.nl/en/sustainable-development-goals/sdg-15-restore-ecosystems-and-preserve-biodiversity… Coordination Centre for Effects (CCE) about air pollutant risks to biodiversity, in compliance with the UN Convention … land use, water and soil management, indicators, quality assessment, and options for restoration of ecosystems and …
Publication date: 07-11-2018Biosafety and Biosecurity
https://www.rivm.nl/en/global-health-security/biosafety-and-biosecurity… work safe and secure. This requires an institutionalised biorisk management system in an organisation. RIVM developed several assessment and awareness raising tools to support … measures, as well as several training programmes on biorisk management. We apply the experience gained for …
Publication date: 07-03-2022Results of the exploratory study
https://www.rivm.nl/en/rubber-granulate/environmental-impact-study-on-rubber-granulate-2018/results-of-exploratory-study… the use of rubber granulate infill has not yet resulted in risks that affect the surface water. In the sediments from … to be spread in surface water or on land. 3. Are there any risks to living organisms in the soil and water? The … in the Netherlands does not refer to ‘current ecological risks’ until more than 5,000 m2 of unpaved surface soil has …
Publication date: 07-02-2018Meningococcal disease
https://www.rivm.nl/en/meningococcal-disease… protection during the periods that they are at the highest risk of becoming ill or very ill from meningococci. There is … is available at your own expense. You can also reduce the risk of infection by practising good hygiene. This includes …
Publication date: 07-09-2018Global Health Security
https://www.rivm.nl/en/global-health-security… and Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) risks across geographical regions and international …
Publication date: 07-03-2022About us
https://www.rivm.nl/en/global-health-security/about-us… aim to strengthen capacities of countries to mitigate the risks of infectious diseases and Chemical, Biological, …
Publication date: 07-03-2022Reminders for booster jab and repeat vaccination against COVID-19
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/reminders-for-booster-jab-and-repeat-vaccination-against-covid-19… due to COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccination also reduces the risk of transmitting the virus to others. All adults can …
Publication date: 07-06-2022CBRN preparedness & response
https://www.rivm.nl/en/global-health-security/cbrn-preparedness-response… providing science based advice on potential public health risks. Acquired expertise is applied to support other …
Publication date: 07-03-2022Vulnerable groups in society have been hit harder by the COVID-19 pandemic
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/vulnerable-groups-in-society-have-been-hit-harder-by-covid-19-pandemic… Institute for Health Services Research (Nivel) shows that risk factors for mental and physical problems due to …
Publication date: 07-13-2022Target group-oriented information more effective in the prevention of skin cancer
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/target-group-oriented-information-more-effective-in-prevention-of-skin-cancer… Especially in young children, sunburn increases the risk of skin cancer later in life. In addition, the …
Publication date: 07-08-2022