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You searched for these word(s): risk assessmentRIVM and EFSA optimise new calculation model for mixture risk assessment
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/rivm-and-efsa-optimise-new-calculation-model-for-mixture-risk-assessment… in food. This calculation model is called the Monte Carlo Risk Assessment (MCRA) . … and the MCRA model make it possible to conduct mixture risk assessment relating to food throughout Europe, as described … RIVM and EFSA optimise new calculation model for mixture risk assessment …
Publication date: 10-13-2023Nipah virus in India: risk to Dutch travellers very low
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/nipah-virus-in-india-risk-to-dutch-travellers-very-low… mainly transmitted by fruit bats. In the Netherlands, the risk of infection with the Nipah virus is negligible. There … the virus. People travelling to West Bengal can reduce the risk of contracting the virus by following the … Recommendations for people travelling to West Bengal The risk of infection is very low for Dutch travellers. Follow …
Publication date: 02-02-2026Healthy Living Environment programme launched
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/healthy-living-environment-programme-launched… is one that is clean and safe, protects against health risks and encourages exercise and socialising. The Ministry … and shows how a healthy living environment reduces the risks of cancer, dementia and overweight. In 2023, the ZonMw …
Publication date: 10-09-2023Launch of crisis response organisation LFI boosts pandemic preparedness
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/launch-of-crisis-response-organisation-lfi-boosts-pandemic-preparedness… LFI). The reason for setting up the LFI is the risk that the Netherlands will once again be confronted with …
Publication date: 10-06-2023More attention needed for safe use of biocides
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/more-attention-needed-for-safe-use-of-biocides… and for their intended purpose. RIVM has itemised the risk factors involved in the use of biocides. The … and researchers to eliminate factors that might lead to risks during the use of biocides. … used in the Netherlands, it can be difficult to assess the risks. RIVM therefore recommends itemising which biocides …
Publication date: 10-18-2023Concentrations of new substances in surface water too high for drinking water
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/concentrations-of-new-substances-in-surface-water-too-high-for-drinking-water… found in this water. For 65 of these substances, RIVM has assessed whether they could impact the quality of drinking … Recommendations for drinking water research RIVM only assessed surface water used as a source of drinking water, …
Publication date: 02-10-2026Ongoing monitoring of changes in swine influenza viruses
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/ongoing-monitoring-of-changes-in-swine-influenza-viruses… that affect humans or birds. In order to identify potential risks for humans and animals in a timely manner, it is …
Publication date: 02-05-2026Strengthening Biosecurity in Southeast and Eastern Europe (Biosecurity SEEE)
https://www.rivm.nl/en/strengthening-biosecurity-in-southeast-and-eastern-europe-biosecurity-seee… aimed to support SEEE Countries with National Biosecurity Assessments, implementation of IHR biosafety and biosecurity … RIVM organized several workshops on laboratory biorisk assessment during the pre-conference program. Together … program was conducted on basics of biosafety, biological risk assessment, dual-use, and how to train new trainers. …
Publication date: 02-23-2026Prof. dr. T.L. (Talitha) Feenstra
https://www.rivm.nl/en/about-rivm/knowledge-and-expertise/experts-and-expertise/prof-dr-tl-talitha-feenstra… modelling (for health economics) Health technology assessment Additional functions Professor of …
Publication date: 02-18-2026Metabolic disorder ALD added to newborn blood spot screening
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/metabolic-disorder-ald-added-to-newborn-blood-spot-screening… is abnormal, the child must go to Amsterdam UMC for further assessment. If the UMC’s ALD expertise centre confirms the …
Publication date: 10-02-2023Results of research into health effects of wood smoke not yet sufficiently conclusive
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/results-of-research-into-health-effects-of-wood-smoke-not-yet-sufficiently-conclusive… Only then will it be possible to make a more complete assessment of the health effects of wood smoke. What has …
Publication date: 10-26-2023Natura 2000 sites: nitrogen deposition on the decline, but still too high for much of nature
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/natura-2000-sites-nitrogen-deposition-on-decline-but-still-too-high-for-much-of-nature… is part of Wsn monitoring. PBL Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency, RIVM and WUR are tasked with compiling a …
Publication date: 10-26-2023Respiratory infections season started
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/respiratory-infections-season-started… muscle aches, headache or fatigue. Some people are more at risk If you have a respiratory infection, you can infect … Viruses like SARS-CoV-2 and flu cause an additional risk of serious respiratory infection for older people and … spreading. You will also protect people who are more at risk if they get a respiratory infection. What to do if you …
Publication date: 10-23-2023COVID-19 vaccination
https://www.rivm.nl/en/coronavirus-covid-19/vaccination… round of COVID-19 vaccination for people who have a higher risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19. Whether that … throughout the year for adults and children in medical high-risk groups (such as people with impaired immunity) with a … vaccination will be available for people who have a higher risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19. Whether that …
Publication date: 10-17-2023Literature review
https://www.rivm.nl/en/behavioural-science/sociovax/literature-review… Programme. Examples include experiences from the community, risk perception, or confidence in the government, the …
Publication date: 02-19-2026Participation rates in cancer population screening programmes continue to decline
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/participation-rates-in-cancer-population-screening-programmes-continue-to-decline… disposition to disease or factors that increase the risk of disease. The sooner a disease or its preliminary …
Publication date: 10-10-2023Staphylococcus aureus
https://www.rivm.nl/en/staphylococcus-aureus… or on towels, sheets, clothing or sports equipment. The risk that the bacteria will spread is highest in hospitals …
Publication date: 02-05-2026Significantly fewer babies in Dutch ICUs thanks to injection against RSV
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/significantly-fewer-babies-in-dutch-icus-thanks-to-injection-against-rsv… as early as possible. Very young children have the highest risk of ending up in hospital for RSV. The virus is …
Publication date: 02-16-2026