Antimicrobial resistance is increasing on a global level. It is difficult to treat infections caused by resistant bacteria.

Perfluoro (PFAS) is a group of substances that contains PFOS, PFOA and GenX. Perfluoro substances often occur as pollution in ground water and drinking water.

RIVM proposes water quality standards for perfluoro octanoic acid (PFOA). PFOA is a man-made chemical that is used to protect surfaces.

The World Health Organization (WHO) published its first CAESAR annual report 2014.