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Emission during coal gasification
Substances that can be present in the emission, which is formed during coal gasification, may cause cancer. This is a risk for ...
Review of fitness-to-drive requirements relating to the use of medicines
Individuals who have been using Category III antidepressants for some time can be declared fit to drive based on a declaration ...
Retain data on medical implants for 115 years
It is important that wearers of medical implants are traceable in case of faults or unforeseen side effects. The Health Council ...
Advisory value for bisphenol A
Occupational exposure to bisphenol A (BPA) can be hazardous to eyes, skin and reproduction. Based on the available evidence, the ...
Recommendation on exposure limit cadmium
Cadmium and inorganic cadmium compounds are hazardous to human health. The S cientific Committee on Occupational Exposure Limits ...
Recommendation for an occupational exposure level for diesel engine exhaust
Occupational exposure to diesel engine exhaust can cause lung cancer. The Health Council estimated so called health-based ...
Guidelines are required for treatment with platelet-rich plasma
Especially in cosmetic and sports medicine platelet-rich plasma is often applied. However, evidence for its efficacy is scarce. ...
Vaccination against meningococcal disease
Vaccination against meningococcal serogroups C and W is safe and effective. The effectiveness of vaccination against serogroup B ...
One vaccination less for infants
The Health Council recommends one vaccination less for most infants, provided their mother has been vaccinated against pertussis. ...
Alcohol and young people: influence on the brain and later alcohol use
Starting to drink alcohol at a young age is associated with a higher risk of developing alcohol use disorder later in life. There ...