VWS (Ministerie van Volksgezondheid, Welzijn en Sport)

VWS, or the Dutch Ministry of Health, Welfare, and Sport, is a government department responsible for public health, medical care, and social welfare in the Netherlands. It develops policies to promote healthy living, oversees healthcare services, and ensures the well-being of citizens. The ministry works to improve healthcare quality, control healthcare costs, and address social issues like disability and aging. It also manages infectious disease control and health emergencies. Overall, VWS's goal is to enhance the health and social security of the Dutch population through effective policies and services.