Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
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 ...
Residents without elevator for a month and no solution in sight: It’s going so painfully slow
Residents of a ten-story apartment building in Amsterdam's Haarlemmerbuurt have been without a functioning elevator for a month, leaving many elderly tenants trapped or struggling with stairs. Housing...
Father sues De ZorgSpecialist for damages: 'Our son lost his home and care without warning'
A father is seeking legal compensation from care provider De ZorgSpecialist after his son was abruptly evicted from an assisted living facility. The young man, who has a disability, reportedly lost hi...
Young person wins landmark case against Meta and Google: social media are too addictive
Meta and Google have been ordered to pay millions of dollars in damages following a groundbreaking lawsuit in the United States. The court ruled that the companies failed to adequately warn users abou...
Leaking container with ‘dangerous’ liquid in West, presumably chemical drug waste
Usefulness of daylight saving time is unclear, but it makes you happier
Daylight saving time will begin this coming weekend, requiring clocks to be moved forward by one hour. This change means the workday starts earlier, providing more evening daylight despite ongoing deb...
Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Maasja Ooms shows what it’s like to live with voices in your head
District wants to make street in front of OLVG car-free
The Amsterdam-Oost district is planning to make Oosterpark street and its intersection with Beukenweg car-free to improve safety and accessibility near the OLVG hospital. Scheduled for 2028, the proje...
Pathé organizes special screenings of I Swear for people with Tourette's
Pathé is organizing special preview screenings of the film 'I Swear' this Sunday in five cinemas, specifically designed for individuals with Tourette syndrome. The movie, based on a true story, follo...
Spinning studio Vélo closes doors due to financial problems
Suspect in attempted murder of children may have been psychotic
A 49-year-old man from Moergestel is accused of attempting to murder his two young children in December. According to his lawyer, the suspect had suffered from chronic insomnia for months and may have...
14-year-old girl injured after being hit by tram in Buitenveldert
A 14-year-old girl was injured on Friday morning after being struck by a tram on Buitenveldertselaan in Amsterdam. The victim was transported to the hospital, though her current condition remains unkn...
Should you save that friendship? Signs it’s time to let go, according to a psychiatrist
Flemish psychiatrist and writer Uus Knops discusses the significant emotional impact of losing a friendship, comparing the experience to a romantic breakup. She identifies key warning signs that a bon...
Caregivers in Benidorm tell Paul de Leeuw how hard it is to see loved ones decline
American study in Amsterdam confirms gas stoves leak carcinogenic benzene
Amstel III to get 245 senior homes
The Amstel III district in Amsterdam is set to receive 245 new senior housing units designed for safety and accessibility. These homes will provide a comfortable living environment for residents, incl...
Joost Groen (26) runs to raise awareness for people with skin conditions, like himself: ‘You always see people staring’
Joost Groen, a 26-year-old from Haarlem, will participate in the 12-kilometer Zandvoort Circuit Run on March 29 to raise awareness for people living with serious skin diseases. Having lived with a rar...
Brian Brobbey reveals secret behind remarkable fitness: 'I brought my own chef from Amsterdam'
Brian Brobbey revealed that his peak physical condition is due to hiring a personal chef from Amsterdam to support his career in England. The Dutch striker's fitness became a topic of discussion after...
Caprera Park temporarily closed after dog's death
Wandelpark Caprera in Bloemendaal has been temporarily closed following the death of a dog from Weil's disease, also known as leptospirosis. Local authorities are investigating the popular off-leash a...
Switching to daylight saving time is like a mini jet lag: how to soften the blow
Somnologist Manu Sastry explains how the transition to daylight savings time can cause symptoms similar to jet lag and impact overall health. He provides practical advice and tips to help people adjus...
Ryan (9) hasn't been to school for three years: In this system, you have to push a triangle through a circle
Nine-year-old Ryan is one of nearly 1,200 children in Amsterdam who do not attend school, a record high that reflects systemic failures in providing tailored education. Many of these students drop out...
Pedestrian hit by tram at Heemstedestraat stop
A female pedestrian was hospitalized after being struck by a tram at the Heemstedestraat stop in Amsterdam Nieuw-West around 5:15 PM. Emergency services attended the scene, resulting in the closure of...
Court: Zandvoort not allowed to set new noise rules for race track
The court in Haarlem ruled that the municipality of Zandvoort was not authorized to establish new noise regulations for its race circuit in May 2024. Following a lawsuit by local residents and interes...
Defender Sven Botman undergoes successful surgery on facial injury
Dutch defender Sven Botman has undergone successful surgery for a facial injury sustained during a match against Sunderland. His club, Newcastle United, expects him to be available for selection again...
Over 1,700 sign up for claim against Chemours
More than 1,700 people have joined a mass legal claim against the chemical company Chemours in Dordrecht. The PFAS Vrij Green Claim foundation is seeking an immediate halt to PFAS emissions and financ...
Back to Romania with Valentin (26), a drug addict who spent months living on the streets in Amsterdam
Vaccinations for children and youth resume close to home
Vaccinations for children and young people have resumed at various local sites. These vaccinations are free, voluntary, and provided at convenient locations within the community.
Deducting healthcare costs on tax returns: ‘Could easily save hundreds of euros’
Dutch taxpayers have until May 1st to file their tax returns and potentially deduct various healthcare expenses, such as dental visits and travel vaccinations. Experts suggest that while specific cond...
IKEA recalls candles due to risk of large flames
IKEA is recalling its SMÖJTRÄD candles due to a manufacturing defect that may result in multiple wicks, leading to dangerously large flames. The company warns that this defect poses a risk of fire a...