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You searched for these word(s): CT-scanThe 13-week scan now available for pregnant women
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/13-week-scan-now-available-for-pregnant-women… women in the Netherlands can have an early ultrasound scan to detect physical abnormalities in their unborn child: the 13-week scan. … The 13-week scan is offered in addition to the 20-week scan which was already available. The new scan allows for … The 13-week scan now available for pregnant women …
Publication date: 09-30-2021RIVM 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: 10-01-2025Information on the anomaly scan (20-week ultrasound) (available in 10 languages)
https://www.rivm.nl/en/information-on-anomaly-scan-20-week-ultrasound-available-in-10-languages… Many expectant parents wonder whether their child will be healthy. … (and your partner) information about the 20-week ultrasound scan. The 20-week ultrasound scan checks for spina bifida and anencephaly. The ultrasound … brochures in the column 'download' or click on the pictures below. …
Publication date: 02-11-2015Horizon scan
https://www.rivm.nl/en/immunisation-and-vaccination/horizon-scan… RIVM sees it as its task to ensure optimal protection of public health against infectious diseases. Vaccination plays an important role in … the key developments in the field of vaccines. The Horizon Scan and the Vaccine Advice Desk (“Loket Vaccinadvies”) are …
Publication date: 09-01-2023EU Innovation Network releases report on regulatory trends and challenges in nanomedicines
https://www.rivm.nl/en/weblog/eu-innovation-network-releases-report-on-regulatory-trends-and-challenges-in-nanomedicines… EU Innovation Network of regulators has released a Horizon Scanning Report on Nanomedicines, highlighting key trends, … in the field of nanomaterials. Release of horizon scanning report on nanomedicines On February 3, 2025, the EU … Sciences (STARS). Reflections by RIVM The Horizon Scanning Report on Nanotechnology-based medicines highlights …
Publication date: 06-12-2025Handbook strategic foresight | Phase 1 Futures
https://www.rivm.nl/en/public-health-foresight/handbook/futures… robust decision-making. Scenario development is a structured process, combining both qualitative and quantitative … as mind mapping or causal loop diagrams. Next, horizon scanning systematically identifies future trends and driving … like DESTEP, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of factors that could shape the future. Once identified, these …
Publication date: 01-05-2026Stem cells
https://www.rivm.nl/en/alternatives-to-animal-testing/fields-of-expertise/stem-cells… The effect of compounds on the developing brain is largely unknown. … Therefore, there is a high need for testing the adverse effects of compound exposure on the development of the brain. … Disruption of brain development may have an enormous impact on future life and might result in disorders such as ADHD …
Publication date: 03-23-2023Electromagnetic 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: 08-01-2017RIVM and TNO describe impact of future developments on occupational health and safety
https://www.rivm.nl/en/news/rivm-and-tno-describe-impact-of-future-developments-on-occupational-health-and-safety… Research (TNO) have investigated the potential impact of developments in the next 20 years on occupational … health and safety. How will artificial intelligence affect safety at work? How will the energy transition affect the … important to be prepared for any eventuality. The horizon scan ‘The future of occupational health and safety’ will …
Publication date: 02-03-2023Video: Three questions about COVID-19 booster vaccination
https://www.rivm.nl/en/video-three-questions-about-covid-19-booster-vaccination… cta …
Publication date: 12-14-2021Animation COVID-19 Booster Vaccination
https://www.rivm.nl/en/animation-covid-19-booster-vaccination… cta …
Publication date: 11-18-2021Reports Public Health and Health Services 2020
https://www.rivm.nl/en/about-rivm/corporate-publications/scientific-report/reports-public-health-and-health-services-2020… van den Brand, A.D. ; Bulder, A.S. 2019-0223 Physical Activity Guidelines and Weekly Sport Participation From … on sugar-sweetened beverages: indications for effectiveness. A literature study into the effectiveness of … P. ; Razenberg, L. ; Janssen, M.P.M. 2020-0025 Quick-scan instrument for early detection of occupational diseases …
Publication date: 06-09-2021Video: percentage of vaccinated people with COVID-19 in hospital
https://www.rivm.nl/en/covid-19-vaccination/video-percentage-vaccinated-people-with-covid-19-in-hospital… cta covid19 vaccination …
Publication date: 10-14-2021Quarterly study among adults – round 7
https://www.rivm.nl/en/health-research-for-covid-19/quarterly-study-among-adults-round-7… . In this study, the GOR Network researches the health effects of the COVID-19 crisis. The Network for Health Research … and health conditions for which people visit their practice. The data comes from about 380 GP practices, offering healthcare services to roughly 1.6 million …
Publication date: 05-31-2023West Nile fever
https://www.rivm.nl/en/west-nile-fever… Most people (80%) who have a West Nile virus infection do not have any symptoms. About 19% of infected people develop mild flu-like symptoms, such as: fever … lymph nodes (sometimes) In very rare cases (about 1% of infections), people can become seriously ill. If that happens, …
Publication date: 08-04-2022Quarterly study among adults – round 6
https://www.rivm.nl/en/health-research-for-covid-19/quarterly-study-among-adults-round-6… events that they experienced, such as a SARS-CoV-2 infection or the loss of a loved one. This is evidenced by the … . In this study, the GOR Network researches the health effects of the COVID-19 crisis. The Network for Health Research … is provided below. Mental health problems no longer affected by personal COVID-related events In all the previous …
Publication date: 03-02-2023Reports Environment and Safety 2014
https://www.rivm.nl/en/scientific-report-rivm/scientific-report-rivm/rapporten-2014-m-v… Broers H.P., Lijzen J.P.A. 607710003 Agricultural practices and water quality on farms registered for derogation … Lijzen J.P.A., Bakker M.I. 607711015 Bisphenol A Part 1. Facts and figures on human and environmental health issues and … of biodiesel on engine emissions associated toxicityA quick scan by RIVM and TNO Gerlofs-Nijland M.E., Vercruijsse W., …
Publication date: 04-10-2017Quarterly study among adults – round 10
https://www.rivm.nl/en/health-research-for-covid-19/quarterly-study-among-adults-round-10… . In this study, the GOR Network researches the health effects of the COVID-19 crisis. The Network for Health Research … reported having persistent long-term symptoms after an infection with the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. This is also known as … indicated that they had been experiencing these effects for 1 to 2 years, while 32% had persisted as long as 2 …
Publication date: 03-19-2024Mental Health
https://www.rivm.nl/en/mental-health… Public Health, RIVM carries out a wide range of tasks and activities. This includes essential public health functions such as population monitoring, surveillance and … as a dedicated topic or as part of broader health horizon scanning. RIVM often collaborates with other actors, …
Publication date: 11-10-2023Quarterly study among adults – round 8
https://www.rivm.nl/en/health-research-for-covid-19/quarterly-study-among-adults-round-8… programme, the GOR Network researches the health effects of the COVID-19 crisis. The Network for Health Research … previously. GPs are still seeing more adults in their practice for memory and concentration problems than in previous … and health conditions for which people visit their practice. The data comes from about 380 GP practices, offering …
Publication date: 04-30-2024