Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Two girls seriously injured in collision between car and fatbike in Castricum
Two girls were seriously injured on Friday morning following a collision between their fatbike and a car on Oranjelaan in Castricum. Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter, were dispatched ...
Thousands of accidental 112 calls made via car emergency buttons last year
The Dutch emergency center received 37,500 calls from vehicles last year, but approximately 75 percent were non-emergencies often caused by accidental button presses. In total, the emergency services ...
From parking garage fire to overshooting plane at the Kaagbaan: dozens of new PFAS suspect sites at Schiphol
A systematic investigation into soil and water at Schiphol Airport has identified approximately 100 locations with confirmed or potential PFAS contamination. These suspect sites are linked to historic...
Chinouk (29) runs through RAI to fight cancer: ‘My mother died after an illness of just eight days’
Chinouk van de Kuil is organizing a unique charity run through the RAI convention center in Amsterdam to raise funds for the Dutch Cancer Society. The event honors her mother, who passed away from can...
After successful Winter Games, new bobsledders line up and Dave Wesselink has a sore body
Dave Wesselink, the pilot for the Dutch bobsleigh team, reflects on his Olympic journey leading to the Milan games and the physical toll of the sport. Following recent successes at the Winter Games, t...
Addicted to social media? Ruling against Meta and Google could have major consequences
Meta and Google have been held liable for a 20-year-old woman's addiction to their social media platforms, which she claims led her to become suicidal. This legal ruling is expected to have significan...
Bas (38) ran a marathon around the monument on Dam Square: ‘Every now and then a tourist joined for a lap’
This artist regularly wears a fake belly: ‘It started with my feelings of loneliness’
Snack vegetables contain pesticides: is it safe to give them to your child?
Baby milk, snack vegetables, and fruit snacks may contain pesticide residues, raising concerns about food safety for children. Experts reassure that these products are safe to consume if parents follo...
Patient on Tuesday, doctor on Wednesday
A doctor describes their experience of undergoing surgery on a scheduled day off and returning to work the very next day. By opting for local anesthesia instead of general anesthesia, the doctor was a...
Heavy damage to homes after Slotermeer ATM bombing: "My son was too scared to go to school"
An ATM explosion at Slotermeerlaan in Amsterdam caused significant damage to residential buildings and injured a teenager early this morning. Local residents reported being in shock from the blast, wh...
Driver changes statement about Kloosterstraat accident: ‘I just told a bullshit story’
A 44-year-old driver admitted to providing a false initial statement regarding a collision on Haarlem's Kloosterstraat that occurred on August 19, 2024. The suspect allegedly hit a cyclist while speed...
Snapchat under fire over grooming and vape sales to minors
The European Commission has launched an investigation into Snapchat to evaluate its compliance with the Digital Services Act's requirements for protecting minors. The probe examines the platform's eff...
Exercise path in forest next to Bennebroek psychiatric clinic for patients and residents
A new walking path with fitness and strength exercises has opened in the Lokhorsterduin forest area in Bennebroek. The facility is located next to the Westerpoort psychiatric clinic and is open to bot...
Save the Children: children in emergency shelters in unsafe situation
Save the Children Netherlands is calling for the immediate relocation of approximately 750 children currently residing in unsafe emergency shelters for asylum seekers. The organization states that the...
Low testosterone: real condition or marketing hype?
Medical experts Marij Dinkelman-Smit and Gert Dohle examine whether the rising concern over low testosterone levels on social media is a genuine medical issue or a marketing trend. They address common...
Oak processionary caterpillars emerge earlier than ever due to heat and sun
The first oak processionary caterpillars of the spring have been spotted in the Netherlands, appearing earlier than ever before due to warm and sunny weather. These sightings were reported in Hengelo ...
More fatal workplace accidents in 2025 than the previous year
The Dutch Labor Inspectorate reported an increase in fatal workplace accidents in 2025, with 59 recorded deaths compared to 52 the previous year. This data indicates a slight rise in work-related fata...
Sexual Violence Center has been helping victims for ten years: 'If you’ve just been raped, a medical examination is very invasive'
The Center for Sexual Violence North Holland has assisted 1,200 victims of sexual assault over the last decade by providing forensic examinations and medical support. Team leader Wendy Deugd highlight...
Spaarnwoude climbing wall gets new routes as current ones don't 'flow well': 'Perfect intro to outdoor climbing, but 5a minimum required'
Bjørn Vogelaar and Jim Wessels from Haarlem have been hired to create new routes and update existing ones at the Spaarnwoude climbing wall in Velsen-Zuid. The project aims to improve the climbing exp...
Caprera park reopens, deceased dog did not have Weil's disease
Caprera hiking park in Bloemendaal has reopened after a two-day closure sparked by fears that a dog had died from Weil’s disease. Further investigation confirmed the dog did not have the bacterial i...
Number of euthanasia reports rises above 10,000
The number of euthanasia reports in the Netherlands rose to 10,341 last year, representing a nearly 4 percent increase compared to the previous year. Although the total number continues to climb, the ...
Study: quality of maternity care under pressure
A study by Dutch health organizations warns that the quality of maternity care is under pressure due to increasing staff shortages. These shortages result in women receiving fewer hours of care than n...
More couples choosing to end their lives together
The number of people opting for euthanasia is increasing, particularly among those suffering from dementia or heart disease. Additionally, there is a rising trend of couples choosing to end their live...
Clocks forward an hour: It’s not terrible, but not necessarily good—and it affects men and women differently. What to do?
This weekend, clocks will move forward by one hour to mark the beginning of daylight saving time. The article explores the health impacts of this shift and discusses why women may be more affected by ...
Domestic support via Wmo suddenly cut by half an hour, but Velsen municipality says clients won't notice
Residents of Velsen receiving household support through the Social Support Act (Wmo) had their service time reduced by 30 minutes at the start of the year without prior communication. The municipality...
Patients Federation: more digital consultations due to fuel costs
The Patients Federation Netherlands is calling on healthcare providers to offer more digital consultations to help patients manage rising travel costs caused by high fuel prices and parking fees. The ...
Women off sick due to stress twice as often as men
Women are twice as likely as men to take sick leave due to stress, especially those between the ages of 25 and 45. On average, employees who stop working due to stress-related issues remain absent for...
WHO: health situation in Cuba is deeply concerning
World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has described the health situation in Cuba as "deeply worrying" in a statement on social media. The assessment highlights growing ...
'When he skips, I know he feels good': Haarlem's first skipping zone opens on the Dreef.
Haarlem has launched its first "skipping zone" on the Dreef, an initiative by Justine Kluen to promote skipping as a simple way to improve mental health. The zone was officially inaugurated alongside ...