RIVM News
The National Institute for Public Health and the Environment is the Dutch government agency responsible for public health surveillance.
PFAS levels exceed RIVM guidelines in Dutch drinking water
In many areas of North and South Holland, drinking water contains PFAS levels exceeding RIVM recommendations, with some cities reporting concentrations up to three times higher. However, the water remains safe to drink, according to authorities.
Fourth West Nile Virus Death in Netherlands
The Netherlands has confirmed a fourth death potentially linked to West Nile Virus. The deceased contracted the virus through a blood transfusion, though it remains unclear if the virus was the direct cause of death. The total number of confirmed cases has risen to 28.
West Nile Virus: 3 Deaths, 18 Cases in Netherlands
The West Nile virus has caused three deaths in the Netherlands, with the total number of infections doubling to 18. Nine new cases were reported in the past week, according to the RIVM.
The National Institute for Public Health and the Environment is the Dutch government agency responsible for public health surveillance.