Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Look back: Highlights of the Special Olympics
Over 2,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities participated in the Special Olympics held in the Noord-Holland region this past weekend. Local broadcaster NH provided extensive coverage of the even...
Why you should clean between your teeth and the best way to do it
Dentist Edwin Winkel highlights the importance of cleaning the spaces between teeth to maintain overall oral health alongside regular brushing. He provides guidance on choosing the right tools, such a...
Private clinic Bloemendaal under fire: 82-year-old plastic surgeon to retire at year-end with mixed feelings: 'I am good, I make people happy'
Medisch Centrum Bloemendaal, a controversial private plastic surgery clinic, will close its doors permanently at the end of this year. Owner Joost van Tetering, 82, stated that he decided to shutter t...
Princess High Lemonade draws a full house at Stayokay Assumburg: 'I want to be a mom, teacher, and princess when I grow up'
A princess-themed High Lemonade event was held at Stayokay Assumburg on Sunday to raise funds and awareness for 22q11 Duplication syndrome. The event featured activities for children in a castle setti...
Youth care taking larger bites out of Haarlem city budget: council members launch investigation
A special committee of Haarlem city council members is launching an investigation into the rising costs of youth care in the city. The decision follows a 3.5 million euro increase in expenditures over...
Midwife challenges speeding fine on way to delivery: ‘Can’t drive 30 with sweating armpits’
Dutch midwife Karolien van Beek is challenging a speeding fine in court, arguing that the urgency of childbirth sometimes necessitates driving above the speed limit. She is seeking legal recognition f...
Critical biography of Wim Hof named best journalistic book
Journalists Robert van de Griend and Anneke Stoffelen have won the 2025 Brusseprijs for their book De ijsprofeet, a critical biography of wellness guru Wim Hof. The award recognizes the work as the be...
Kourtney Kardashian suffered a miscarriage before the birth of her son Rocky
Kourtney Kardashian revealed in the documentary "Travis Barker: Love Is Louder Than Fear" that she suffered a miscarriage before the birth of her son, Rocky. She shared the news alongside her husband,...
Stress hasn't got to Ronald Koeman: 'Headaches? That's an exaggeration'
Netherlands national team coach Ronald Koeman has stated he remains unfazed by stress despite criticism of his demeanor and disappointing results in recent friendly matches. Following feedback from hi...
'I thought I was pregnant with twins growing in a melon and fed them shaving foam': Natasja (38) speaks candidly about her psychosis
Natasja de Hollies has released a book titled 'Toen mama verdween' detailing her sudden experience with a severe psychosis that led to her forced admission into psychiatric care. The 38-year-old mothe...
'Every day is different emotionally': Gymnast Loran de Munck (27) tries to pick up the pieces after his mother's death
Dutch gymnast Loran de Munck is navigating a difficult period following the death of his mother in January 2026 after her long battle with cancer. The 27-year-old athlete shares the emotional toll and...
Jumping rope to get people moving: ‘I want to get young people away from their screens’
42 hours after the Osdorp explosion, Patricia (45) is home again: ‘When I try to sleep, I see those people lying on the ground again’
Tatjana Almuli: 'I started knitting on my therapist's advice'
Author Tatjana Almuli discusses her mental and physical health in an interview for the magazine Mezza. She expresses pride in her body's resilience after facing the emotional and physical impacts of m...
Nanette’s zoon werd op zijn tiende verkracht: ‘Bij iedere man die ik tegenkwam, dacht ik: is dat hem?’
Annette Smit shares the personal story of her son Nathan, who was sexually abused at the age of ten, as part of the "De moeder van" series. The interview highlights the long-term emotional impact on t...
Freek in documentary: 'Doing everything I can to feel mentally and physically in top shape'
Freek from the musical duo Suzan & Freek discusses maintaining his mental and physical health despite an incurable illness in the documentary Suzan & Freek: We Vieren Het Leven. The film follows the d...
All doors opened for Dave (14) during 1994 World Cup: Unforgettable trip with his parents
Fourteen-year-old Dave Nugter, who uses a wheelchair due to a muscle disease, traveled to the 1994 World Cup in the United States for an unforgettable journey with his parents. The family found that m...
Look back: four days of walking fun in Alkmaar
The 18th edition of 'De 4 van Alkmaar,' a major walking event in North Holland, concluded successfully with approximately 4,100 participants. Over four days, walkers traveled through various locations...
Cycling lessons for seniors popular in Heemskerk: Neighborhood sports coach organizes extra lessons
Team Sportservice Kennemerland and local sports coaches are organizing free cycling lessons for seniors in Heemskerk to help them ride with greater confidence. The popular initiative aims to support s...
'If only I had known this 50 years ago': How a late ADHD diagnosis changes the lives of people over 60
Thousands of Dutch seniors struggle with undiagnosed ADHD, often misinterpreting symptoms as memory loss or low self-esteem. Women between 50 and 70 are particularly prone to masking symptoms until ma...
Jeffrey gave up his football dream when his mother fell ill: ‘Saw it as my responsibility’
Jeffrey, a 54-year-old man, sacrificed his professional soccer ambitions to care for his sick mother, a choice he viewed as his responsibility. Later in life, he faced difficulties in his career path ...
Zeeburgertunnel partially closed after multi-vehicle accident
The Zeeburgertunnel in Amsterdam was partially closed southbound following a multi-vehicle accident caused by a driver falling ill behind the wheel. While the driver is receiving medical attention and...
How to survive a late World Cup match? 5 tips to restore your sleep rhythm
Neurologist Raymond Vogels from an Amsterdam clinic provides five tips to help football fans in the Netherlands manage their sleep schedules during late-night World Cup matches. His advice includes ta...
Zeeland cycling day starts with commemoration of Vogelwaarde accident
A charity cycling day in Goes, Zeeland, began with a minute of silence to commemorate the victims of a recent accident in Vogelwaarde. The event, 'Ride for the Roses,' is dedicated to raising funds fo...
Residents of explosion-hit apartment block cannot return home yet, cleanup begins
A severe explosion in an outbuilding of an apartment complex in Amsterdam-Osdorp has resulted in multiple injuries and significant structural damage. Forensic investigations and debris clearing are cu...
This unknown brand's cheese straw wins our taste test: ‘This is the champion’
Three cheese experts conducted a blind taste test of eight supermarket cheese straw brands to determine which is the best. An unknown brand was crowned the champion, outperforming more familiar names ...
Minors easily obtain illegal weight-loss injections via dealers: 'Many children buy from us. They want it delivered to school'
A thriving illegal trade in weight-loss injections is targeting minors, fueled by the global popularity of drugs like Ozempic. Although these substances have not been tested for use by young people, d...
Uitgeest child health clinic closed after years of foul odors
The consultation bureau on Graskamplaan in Uitgeest has closed following years of persistent odor issues. If the landlord, Kennemer Wonen, cannot find a solution to the problem, the closure will becom...
Midwife takes speeding fine to court: ‘You can’t drive 30 km/h when you’re sweating bullets’
