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You searched for these word(s): CT-scanRIVM publishes feasibility study into temporary extension of National Programme for Breast Cancer Screening to include MRI scan
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/rivm-publishes-feasibility-study-into-temporary-extension-of-national-programme-for-breast… Programme for Breast Cancer Screening to include an MRI scan for women with very dense breast tissue (density level … which scenarios for temporarily including an MRI scan in the population screening programme were feasible and … study (the DENSE-1 study) has revealed that an MRI scan may be a good alternative for this group. Whether to …
Publication date: 10-01-2025Electromagnetic fields at work
https://www.rivm.nl/en/electromagnetic-fields/emf-work… In some workplaces electromagnetic fields (EMF) can be considerably stronger than … Examples of strong sources of EMF in the workplace are induction heaters, welding equipment, MRI-scanners and radar installations. Workers are protected from … and damage to tissues and organs. EMF can also cause indirect effects that may generate safety risks, such as contact …
Publication date: 08-01-2017Electromagnetic fields and optical radiation in hospitals
https://www.rivm.nl/en/electromagnetic-fields/emf-optical-radiation-hospitals… Patients in hospitals can be exposed to electromagnetic fields and optical radiation. This exposure may … Electric, magnetic and electromagnetic fields (EMF) with … workers were also compared. RIVM has conducted two horizon scans, in 2011 and 2014 , to summarise recent developments …
Publication date: 08-01-2017COHESIVE General Meeting November 2019
https://www.rivm.nl/en/cohesive-general-meeting-november-2019… in Rome, Italy. The aim of this three-year European project is to achieve a One Health Structure in Europe. Three new partners were welcomed, the … second topic, a successful workshop dedicated to Horizon scanning was held. The different elements that can be …
Publication date: 01-09-2020RIVM newsletter issue 2, 2021
https://www.rivm.nl/en/about-rivm/corporate-publications/rivm-newsletter-issue-2-2021… health and the environment in the Netherlands and of the actions carried out by RIVM. … the launch of a large-scale study on the public health impact of COVID-19. In addition, news and research by RIVM on … in the Ijmond region, climate and health, 13-week scan for pregnant women, more physical activity in 2020, the …
Publication date: 10-01-2021Offshore wind turbines: coating potentially harmful to environment
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/offshore-wind-turbines-coating-potentially-harmful-to-environment… installed in the North Sea. These turbines need to be protected against corrosion (such as rust). Ways to do this … At present, it is unknown whether these coatings are actually being used. In addition, plastic may be released due … has carried out a risk assessment for two corrosion protection measures and for plastics released as turbine blades …
Publication date: 07-18-2023DEFENSEFOOD
https://www.rivm.nl/en/international-projects/defensefood… radiological threats (CBR). It will develop advanced detection tools, preparedness protocols, and recovery … innovative technologies, and insights from crises. The project started in October 2025 and will run until 2029. Project … goals by: Developing an AI-driven, evidence-based horizon scanning dashboard to anticipate changes in the food system …
Publication date: 11-12-2025