Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
‘This yogurt poses a risk’: what you should and shouldn't eat for healthy, white teeth
Dietitian Sanne Mouha and dentist Vincent Koningsveld discuss which foods can damage or protect dental health and the whiteness of teeth. They highlight that even unexpected items like certain yogurts...
Dangerous substances found in products promising a better sex life
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) has issued a warning after discovering dangerous substances in products marketed to enhance sexual performance. These substances pose ...
Heliomare also hit by Chipsoft hack; patient portal temporarily offline
A cyberattack on software provider Chipsoft has potentially compromised personal and patient data at the Heliomare rehabilitation center. In response, Heliomare has temporarily taken its patient porta...
Starting life again after cancer? Paul (41) knows how hard it is: ‘You think you can just pick up where you left off’
Paul Rhebergen, who survived acute leukemia diagnosed at age 22, highlights the significant challenges cancer survivors face when trying to reintegrate into normal life. Now 41, he uses his experience...
NVWA: dangerous substances in several libido-enhancing products
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) has issued a warning regarding five libido-enhancing products found to contain dangerous substances. The affected brands include LibiF...
Matthijs van Nieuwkerk unexpectedly hospitalized: 'It's no fun'
Dutch television presenter Matthijs van Nieuwkerk was unexpectedly hospitalized last week for an undisclosed reason. The 65-year-old's management has declined to provide specific details regarding his...
Mr. Schultens is dizzy but unreachable: Dr. Rutger fears the worst
GP Dr. Rutger performs an emergency home visit after his patient, Mr. Schultens, abruptly hangs up the phone while reporting symptoms of dizziness. Fearing a medical crisis, the doctor rushes to the s...
Jesy Nelson's car stolen with medical equipment for twins
The car of British singer Jesy Nelson was stolen on Sunday morning, containing essential medical equipment for her twin daughters. The children suffer from a rare muscle disease, making the loss of th...
Tobacco tax revenue falls as more people buy abroad
The Dutch government's revenue from tobacco excise tax fell by 15% to 2.6 billion euros in 2025. According to CBS data, the decline is driven by a decrease in smoking and an increase in consumers purc...
RIVM proposes ban on cigarette filters over microplastics
The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has proposed a ban on cigarette filters to reduce microplastic pollution. The institute states that removing filters would ben...
Heart researcher Rogier (46) survives four cardiac arrests and a transplant: 'I had to say goodbye to my family'
Rogier Veltrop, a 46-year-old heart researcher who survived four cardiac arrests and a heart transplant, is now conducting revolutionary research into genetic heart failure. He highlights that approxi...
Erasmus MC warns against cannabis oil during pregnancy: may not be safe after all
Researchers at Erasmus MC have warned that using CBD oil during pregnancy may not be safe, as substances can reach the fetus and disrupt placental blood vessels. The findings challenge the perception ...
Andrew Lloyd Webber seeking treatment for alcohol addiction
British composer and playwright Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed that he is a recovering alcoholic. He sought help from Alcoholics Anonymous eighteen months ago and shared his experience in a recent i...
Why swimming is so good for you: ‘The ideal way to clear your mind and let stress slide away’
Swimming provides a combination of physical exercise and meditative mental benefits, helping individuals reduce stress and clear their minds. The activity utilizes the sensation of weightlessness and ...
Registrations lagging for special 150th anniversary IJmuiden running edition of Vissenloop
The Vissenloop is introducing a special running event called the Vissenrun on May 30 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of IJmuiden. Organizers report that registration numbers for the new run are cur...
Motorcyclist injured in collision with car in Halfweg
A motorcyclist was injured on Sunday afternoon following a collision with a car in Halfweg. The accident occurred around 5:30 PM on the Noorderweg.
Pelvic physical therapist: Incontinence is never normal, no matter what the ads say
Pelvic physical therapist Liesbeth de Nekker clarifies that unwanted urine loss is never normal, regardless of how it is portrayed in advertisements. The article explores the causes of incontinence in...
Marleen (42) thought a breast implant would make her more confident, but it turned out to be a mistake
Marleen, 42, reflects on her decision to get breast implants years ago, which she now considers a major financial and personal mistake. Despite initially hoping the procedure would increase her self-c...
Eveline’s sister took her own life: ‘I am grateful we were able to talk openly about her wish to die’
Eveline van Haastert reflects on the loss of her sister, Meike, who died by suicide nearly a year ago. She expresses gratitude for the open conversations they shared regarding Meike's struggles and he...
Climate activists protest against 'dark side' of Haarlem Flower Parade
Extinction Rebellion is conducting peaceful protests during the Haarlem Flower Parade to raise awareness about the use of pesticides in flower cultivation. Activists organized a "bee march" and gagged...
Actor Daan Buringa plays role in Joe Speedboot that subtly parallels his own life: 'I have never really mourned things'
Actor Daan Buringa plays a role in the film 'Joe Speedboot' that reflects his personal struggle with a rare muscle disease affecting his voice. The 24-year-old actor seeks to continue performing and m...
Fishmonger Henk (31kg lighter) continues to amaze as IJmuiden's 'marathon king': 'I feel reborn'
Henk Koning, a fishmonger from IJmuiden, completed his second marathon in six months in Rotterdam after losing 31 kilograms. Koning describes feeling reborn and fitter than ever following his radical ...
Austrian authorities warn of rat poison in baby food jars
Austrian authorities have issued a warning after rat poison was discovered in at least one jar of HiPP brand baby food. Similar contaminated products have also been seized in the Czech Republic and Sl...
Nurlaila Karim: 'One glass of wine and I’m on fire'
Musical actress Nurlaila Karim shares her personal experiences with menopause and aging in an interview with Mezza magazine. She discusses her physical changes and challenges the perception that she h...
Deaf Foundation marks 50th anniversary: "Here I can communicate comfortably in my own language"
The Stichting Welzijn Doven Amsterdam (SWDA) celebrated its 50th anniversary this weekend at its community center on the Stadhouderskade. Founded in 1976 to unify various deaf associations, the organi...
Insurer covers consequential costs of online threats and harassment: 'Cyberbullying is truly terrible'
Dutch insurers are beginning to include standard coverage for the consequential costs of online harassment and cyberbullying. This policy change addresses a significant issue affecting approximately 6...
French actress Nathalie Baye dies at 77
French actress Nathalie Baye has passed away in Paris at the age of 77. Her family confirmed that she suffered from Lewy body dementia, a condition with symptoms similar to Alzheimer's and Parkinson's...
'I put a camera on teachers' heads to film PE class from their perspective.' Joyce Burger (26) wants to show children how broad science is
PhD candidate Joyce Burger is participating in the Expeditie NEXT science festival on May 1st to introduce children to the diverse world of scientific research. Burger, a movement scientist, uses inno...
Tickets for anniversary edition of Dam to Dam Run quickly sold out
Tickets for the 40th anniversary edition of the Dam tot Damloop sold out in just over an hour on Saturday morning. The 16.1-kilometer race is scheduled to take place on Sunday, September 20.
Six-year prison sentence demanded for sexual abuse of three stepdaughters: ‘Intimacy feels like a threat to me. The impact is permanent’
A 53-year-old man from Haarlemmermeer appeared in a Haarlem court on Thursday facing charges for the long-term sexual abuse of his three minor stepdaughters. Prosecutors have demanded a six-year priso...