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You searched for these word(s): risk assessmentRisk 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: 11-06-2023Vulnerable 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: 11-30-2023Mpox vaccination - Privacy
https://www.rivm.nl/en/mpox/vaccination/privacy… has launched a vaccination programme to vaccinate specific risk groups against the mpox virus. RIVM is coordinating …
Publication date: 08-02-2022Research and recommendations
https://www.rivm.nl/en/west-nile-fever/research-and-recommendations… implement measures at an early stage, thus minimising the risks posed to humans. The strategy document, drawn up by …
Publication date: 08-05-2022FOODCoST
https://www.rivm.nl/en/international-projects/foodcost… of fish consumption and production; WP6: Impact assessment. RIVM participates in co-creating the integrated …
Publication date: 08-09-2022West Nile fever
https://www.rivm.nl/en/west-nile-fever… happens, they may develop encephalitis or meningitis. The risk of death from these severe infections is 4 to 14%. In people aged 70 years and older, the risk can be even higher: 15 to 29%. Who can become very ill … immunity due to illness or medicine use have a higher risk of becoming very ill from West Nile fever. How does …
Publication date: 08-04-2022Dengue
https://www.rivm.nl/en/dengue… applying a mosquito repellent containing DEET lowers the risk of mosquito bites. This helps prevent infection. … net treated with mosquito repellent also lowers the risk of mosquito bites. There are vaccines against dengue. … ibuprofen, naproxen and diclofenac. They may increase the risk of bleeding. People with severe dengue always have to …
Publication date: 08-05-2022Malaria
https://www.rivm.nl/en/malaria… in areas where malaria is common do not have an increased risk of becoming seriously ill from malaria. This is because … –especially severe malaria. Pregnant people have a higher risk of becoming seriously ill. In addition, there is a higher risk of miscarriage. The baby can also become infected at …
Publication date: 08-05-2022One-third of target group now vaccinated against monkeypox
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/one-third-of-target-group-now-vaccinated-against-monkeypox… were sent out last month to people who have an increased risk of contracting monkeypox. Since then, vaccinations have …
Publication date: 08-25-2022National Heatwave Plan to be activated on 10 August
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/national-heatwave-plan-to-be-activated-on-10-august… and concentration problems. They are also at greater risk of more severe health problems like dehydration and …
Publication date: 08-09-2022RIVM formulates criteria for R&D of sustainable pharmaceuticals
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/rivm-formulates-criteria-for-rd-of-sustainable-pharmaceuticals… E Effects reduction: avoid undesirable moieties R Risk and hazard mitigation …
Publication date: 08-23-2022Adherence 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: 11-13-2023Chikungunya
https://www.rivm.nl/en/chikungunya… in your situation, for example if you are travelling to a risk area, can be discussed with the Municipal Public Health …
Publication date: 08-05-2022National 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