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You searched for these word(s): risk assessmentAge may play a role in the risk of asbestos cancer from short-term exposure
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/age-may-play-role-in-risk-of-asbestos-cancer-from-short-term-exposure… In such cases, age must also be taken into account in the risk assessment. For other forms of asbestos, the existing method is sufficient for determining the risk of cancer for short-term exposure to excessively high … Inhalation of amphibole asbestos poses the highest risk to developing mesothelioma, which is a type of cancer …
Publication date: 03-30-2022Risk calculation methods
https://www.rivm.nl/en/environmental-and-industrial-safety/risk-calculation-methods… Every activity with hazardous substances involves risks. Calculation methods have been prescribed to better visualise the risks of these activities for the environment. RIVM develops … of a software program and a manual that describes how the risks should be calculated. The aim is to ensure that the …
Publication date: 11-21-2023Combined exposure to high amounts of lead, cadmium, mercury and arsenic increases risk of kidney damage
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/combined-exposure-to-high-amounts-of-lead-cadmium-mercury-and-arsenic-increases-risk-of-kidney… too high: Adults who ingest them at high amounts are at risk for kidney damage later in life. This means their … metals covered by the study, the main contributors to the risk of kidney damage were cadmium and lead. This study was … an initial exploratory study that RIVM conducted into the risks of combined exposure to the four metals mentioned …
Publication date: 11-06-2023Shortcomings in the technical documentation of mesh implants intended to treat pelvic organ prolapse used in the Netherlands
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/shortcomings-in-technical-documentation-of-mesh-implants-intended-to-treat-pelvic-organ… After a detailed assessment of the technical documentation of nine different … are used to treat patients with pelvic organ prolapse. The assessment was commissioned by the Dutch Health and Youth … the technical documentation. This took place after the RIVM assessment had been completed. Some of the manufacturers …
Publication date: 03-21-2022Vulnerable groups hit hardest by COVID-19 pandemic
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/vulnerable-groups-hit-hardest-by-covid-19-pandemic… care with COVID-19 more often. They were also at a greater risk of dying from the disease. …
Publication date: 11-30-2023RIVM calls for increased involvement of scientific community in solving plastic crisis
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/rivm-calls-for-increased-involvement-of-scientific-community-in-solving-plastic-crisis… level of attention will need to be paid to improving risk assessment methodologies for various types of plastic and to … Henceforth, assessments should not be limited to just the risks of one material or one production process. They should …
Publication date: 03-01-2022Newsletter on COVID-19 vaccination Issue 2, 2022
https://www.rivm.nl/en/covid-19-vaccination/professionals/newsletter/2022/2… living in residential facilities for the elderly whose risk level is comparable to people living in nursing homes) …
Publication date: 03-02-2022Seasonal flu epidemic in the Netherlands
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/seasonal-flu-epidemic-in-netherlands… with others more often again. This also increases the risk of respiratory infections such as flu. Different … into your elbow, and distancing all help reduce the risk of transmitting the virus to others. Keep this in mind, …
Publication date: 03-16-2022Flu epidemic seems to be emerging
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/flu-epidemic-seems-to-be-emerging… with others more often again. This also increases the risk of respiratory infections such as flu. Uncertainty … into your elbow, and distancing all help reduce the risk of transmitting the virus to others. Keep this in mind, …
Publication date: 03-09-2022ACCESS
https://www.rivm.nl/en/international-projects/access… needed to monitor the benefits, coverage and safety risks of new COVID-19 vaccines …
Publication date: 03-30-2022Number of tuberculosis patients in the Netherlands increased slightly in 2021 compared to 2020
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/number-of-tuberculosis-patients-in-netherlands-increased-slightly-in-2021-compared-to-2020… was found in 11% of patients through active screening of risk groups, such as immigrants and asylum seekers. In 5% of …
Publication date: 03-24-2022Adherence to Physical Activity Guidelines particularly low among young adults
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/adherence-to-physical-activity-guidelines-particularly-low-among-young-adults… concern. High sedentariness has been linked to an elevated risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and …
Publication date: 11-13-2023Protection from COVID-19 booster wanes slightly after 3 months among over-70s
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/protection-from-covid-19-booster-wanes-slightly-after-3-months-among-over-70s… to 94% after booster vaccination. This means that the risk of hospital admission after a booster vaccination is 4 …
Publication date: 03-15-2022National Immunisation Programme: slightly more cases in 2022, but fewer than before the COVID-19 pandemic
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/national-immunisation-programme-slightly-more-cases-in-2022-but-fewer-than-before-covid… Health Council of the Netherlands recommended inviting more risk groups for a flu vaccination, including pregnant women. …
Publication date: 11-23-2023Not yet fully vaccinated against HPV? Do not postpone any longer!
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/not-yet-fully-vaccinated-against-hpv-do-not-postpone-any-longer… an HPV infection. The vaccine significantly reduces the risk of an HPV infection for both you and your intimate …
Publication date: 11-02-2023