Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Suddenly I felt an intense pain in my head and fell to the ground
A 32-year-old art director experienced a sudden medical crisis that left them paralyzed and unable to speak, forcing a complete lifestyle change. Through intensive rehabilitation at a facility in Amst...
How exercise also helps your brain: It supports the ability to create new connections
Clinical neuropsychologist Erik Scherder and assistant professor Marit Ruitenberg explain that physical exercise significantly benefits brain function by fostering the creation of new neural connectio...
More muscle and less fat: drinking coffee does more to your body than you think
A new Finnish study indicates that regular coffee consumption is associated with higher muscle mass and lower body fat percentages. Additionally, the study suggests that drinking coffee may help reduc...
Divers pull man from car submerged in Oosterdokskade
A man was rescued by fire department divers after his car submerged at the Oosterdokskade in Amsterdam late yesterday evening. He was resuscitated on the scene and rushed to the hospital following wha...
Super El Niño is emerging on a warming planet and here is what that means
A record-breaking El Niño event is currently emerging, with ocean temperatures significantly higher than average, potentially lasting until 2027. This phenomenon is expected to drive global temperatu...
Young and old joined climate march: "Urgency is high after a summer of disasters"
Over 40,000 people marched through Amsterdam today to demand reduced fossil fuel usage following a summer of climate-related disasters. The protest drew a diverse group of participants, including clim...
Angela de Jong on free weight-loss injection plan: ‘I struggled for so long, I wish weight loss for everyone’
Columnist Angela de Jong responds positively to the news of a free weight-loss injection for people with obesity in the Netherlands. She expresses hope that this development signals a shift in how the...
Waiting five days for an STI result? This test provides clarity within 30 minutes
Researchers from Fontys University of Applied Sciences have developed a new test that provides results for sexually transmitted infections in just 30 minutes. This innovation aims to eliminate the day...
Celine Dion stuns Paris with concert series that once seemed impossible
Céline Dion has launched a highly anticipated concert series in Paris, marking her return to the stage after a six-year hiatus due to a diagnosis of stiff-person syndrome. Despite the challenges of t...
What if too many painkillers cause even more headaches? 'Stopping is necessary, but it must be more humane'
Over two million people in the Netherlands suffer from migraines and are at risk of developing medication-overuse headaches due to excessive painkiller use. Patients and doctors are calling for better...
With the Care and Housing Nuisance team: "I would also prefer a clean house, but I can't manage it anymore"
The Amsterdam Care and Housing Nuisance team manages nearly 10,000 annual reports of residents causing disturbances due to mental illness, addiction, or neglect. Nurse Jeffrey Schurink and his colleag...
Free litter pickers, screenings and vaccinations: D66 wants all Dutch citizens to reach the age of 90
D66 parliamentary leader Jan Paternotte has proposed a national goal for all Dutch citizens to be able to live to a healthy age of 90 by 2040. To achieve this, he suggests implementing a health screen...
Art Rooijakkers: ‘The fear that my vocal cords will fail again remains’
In an interview with the magazine Mezza, presenter Art Rooijakkers discusses his ongoing concerns regarding his vocal cords. He also shares personal reflections on his lifestyle, including his appreci...
Comedian Daniël Arends suffers heart attack: 'Doing well under the circumstances'
Comedian Daniël Arends has suffered a heart attack and is taking an extended break from performing to focus on his health. He intends to return to the stage in February 2027, with only one performanc...
Zeeman baby rompers may be dangerous due to loose buttons
Zeeman has recalled specific baby rompers sold from June to August 2026 due to buttons that can detach and pose a choking hazard to infants. Consumers are advised to stop using the garments immediatel...
Minister Hermans issues urgent advice on West Nile virus: Sleep under a mosquito net
Health Minister Sophie Hermans is urging people to sleep under mosquito nets to protect against the West Nile virus following a rise in cases and three deaths. She advised that while the risk of being...
Public Prosecution Service seizes properties of two OLVG cardiologists suspected of corruption
The Dutch Fiscal Intelligence and Investigation Service (FIOD) is investigating multiple cardiologists for corruption, including two doctors from the OLVG hospital. The specialists are suspected of fa...
How to achieve successful co-parenting: ‘I understand that you miss Daddy’
Ahead of Divorce Day, Norwegian family therapist Hedvig Montgomery provides guidance on achieving successful co-parenting following a divorce. The article addresses the growing trend of co-parenting a...
FIOD searches premises of medical specialists: cardiologists suspected of deals with suppliers
The FIOD has searched several properties in Gelderland and Noord-Holland belonging to cardiologists suspected of corruption. These specialists are accused of taking kickbacks from medical suppliers in...
Our reporter followed the corona hearings and draws four alternative conclusions on the final day
Following 150 hours of testimony, reporter Niels Klaassen reflects on the parliamentary inquiry into the Dutch government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. The hearings highlight the immense pressu...
André Hazes cancels all scheduled performances due to vocal problems
Dutch singer André Hazes has canceled his upcoming performances to avoid permanent vocal damage after being advised to rest his voice. This decision follows a previous two-month break announced in Au...
Large-scale European fraud with slaughter and sport horses, NVWA conducts raids
Authorities across four European countries, including the Netherlands, have launched a crackdown on a major fraud network involving the illegal slaughter of sport horses. The operation involved 24 rai...
Amsterdam GP Marianne Christine Dekeukeleire (1965-2026) was deeply dedicated to her patients: Her mobile number was right on her business card
Amsterdam general practitioner Marianne Dekeukeleire has passed away at the age of 60, remembered by her community for her extraordinary dedication to her patients. She was known for being highly acce...
Danish Queen Margrethe discharged from hospital after feeling unwell
Former Danish Queen Margrethe has been released from the hospital after being treated for a hip injury and dehydration. Her recent health issues prevented her from attending the funeral of King Harald...
Four people received euthanasia for long COVID last year
Four individuals in the Netherlands underwent euthanasia in 2025 citing long COVID as their primary medical reason. This number represents a change from 2024, when no euthanasia cases listed post-COVI...
Cyclist injured in collision with truck on Ookmeerweg
A cyclist was transported to a hospital with unknown injuries after colliding with a truck on the Ookmeerweg in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district this afternoon. Emergency responders, including a trauma...
Nearly half of women drink alcohol just before pregnancy, one in eight still smoke or vape
Recent data from the Trimbos-instituut reveals that nearly half of women consume alcohol and over 12 percent smoke or vape in the weeks leading up to pregnancy. While traditional cigarette use is decl...
With Millefeuille, Lise Delabie has written a vulnerable and important book about the grief following a miscarriage
Lise Delabie's novel Millefeuille provides an intimate and vulnerable look at the experience of grieving a miscarriage. Through the integration of an essay on artist Yayoi Kusama, the author explores ...
Billy Joel underwent brain surgery after neurological condition: 'I'm still here'
Billy Joel underwent brain surgery to install a shunt after a neurological condition negatively affected his memory and balance. The singer cancelled his recent tour dates on medical advice, as perfor...
The bodies lie frozen stiff, waiting for the day they might be brought back to life
Ewout Genemans explores extreme life-extension practices, including cryogenics at the Alcor facility in the United States and biohacking techniques like strict dietary regimens. The documentary highli...