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Utrecht Health Profile

The Utrecht Health Profile 2022 brings together results and developments in health in recent years. With this report, professionals and policymakers can work together in a targeted manner to improve the health of Utrecht's residents. It identifies which health problems are urgent, for whom, and how health differences are developing.
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The First 1.000 Days of Children

A child's first 1,000 days are crucial for their health, well-being, and development. This special edition highlights key trends and neighborhood statistics. It also offers professionals guidance on which themes and neighborhoods require action to give all children a healthy start in life.

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Health disparities among teenagers

The municipality of Utrecht is committed to reduce health disparities. We have therefore examined whether in the past five to ten years disparities among adolescents aged 10 to 16 have changed. Health disparities among adolescents have widened in four areas. In contrast, disparities in poverty rates have narrowed. This study demonstrates the importance of continuing to invest unequally for equal opportunities for young people in Utrecht.

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Health disparities in adults

Adults who have difficulty making ends meet and residents with primary education or a pre-vocational education have a structural disadvantage in health, lifestyle and health opportunities. When looking over a longer priod of time, these residents are also falling further behind. This publication describes the latest developments in health disparities among adults in Utrecht.
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Utrecht Health Model

In Utrecht the basis for monitoring and working on health is The Utrecht Health Model. This model is a combination of various theoretical models on health and health inequalities. It helps to look at health and health opportunities in a coherent way and to talk about them across various domains.
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About the Public Health Monitor Utrecht

The Public Health Monitor Utrecht (Volksgezondheidsmonitor Utrecht, VMU) provides insights into the health of Utrecht residents and factors that influence health. This monitor is carried out by the Public Health Department of the municipality of Utrecht. We collect figures and knowledge about the health of Utrecht residents in a variety of ways.
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Utrecht Monitor

This Utrecht Monitor provides an overview of the 'state of the city' through the first quarter of 2026. Using recent data, including the Population Survey (autumn 2025), the monitor offers an up-to-date picture of how residents experience living in Utrecht—both citywide and in their local neighbourhoods. This summary lists the most notable findings, trends and developments.

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