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Hazardous substances in a circular economy
In an ideal circular economy all materials and products are reused and production of waste is zero. More recycling will take ...
Precaution with power lines remains necessary
Recent research confirms that in the Netherlands one case of childhood leukaemia might be associated with the presence of nearby ...
More scientific research on ME/CFS is needed to serve patients better
As little is known about the pathogenesis of ME/CFS, treatment can only be symptomatic. Therefore, more research is needed. ...
Pneumococcal vaccination for old persons
The Health Council of the Netherlands recommends the State Secretary for Health, Welfare and Sport to offer pneumococcal ...
Health benefits through cleaner air
Air pollution strongly contributes to health effects and death. In the Netherlands, exposure to particulate matter alone results ...