Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Your child graduated, cheers! How to approach alcohol use together
Over 185,000 students in the Netherlands received their final exam results today, which often leads to celebrations involving alcohol. The article provides guidance for parents on how to monitor and m...
Radboudumc: some of the twelve staff members out of quarantine
Some of the twelve Radboudumc employees placed in preventive quarantine for potential hantavirus exposure will be released on Thursday. The quarantine was initiated after the staff handled samples fro...
Parliament united in dissatisfaction over failing youth care
The Dutch House of Representatives expressed unanimous dissatisfaction with the failing youth care sector during a parliamentary debate on Thursday. Lawmakers highlighted severe abuse cases and the pl...
Father wins case against De ZorgSpecialist: Organization could not simply terminate resident's care and rent
A court has ordered the organization De Zorgspecialist to pay damages to a resident who was forced out of his assisted living home in Aerdenhout without warning in early 2024. The resident, who has au...
Rat row flares up in Haarlem neighborhood after sewer investigation
Residents in Haarlem’s Kleverparkbuurt are challenging the municipality's findings on a long-standing rat infestation after technical reports revealed 79 urgent sewer repairs are necessary. While th...
The best for last: exhibition highlights the positive side of aging
The Museum van de Geest in Haarlem is hosting the exhibition 'Nieuw Oud! De Kunst van het ouder worden' to highlight the positive aspects of aging. Curated by Professor Tineke Abma, the display featur...
Norwegians sympathize with ill Crown Princess Mette-Marit: 'Future uncertain'
Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit has suspended her official duties as her health has significantly declined, placing her on a waiting list for a lung transplant. The news has resonated throughout ...
Flame of Hope arrives in Haarlem: Special Olympics for athletes with intellectual disabilities set to begin
The Special Olympics Flame of Hope arrived in Haarlem on Thursday morning, marking the start of the tournament for athletes with intellectual disabilities. The flame was carried into the city by Lotte...
MCK Director: We need to talk more about the consequences of donor conception for children
A report by the Healthcare and Youth Care Inspectorate revealed that Medisch Centrum Kinderwens failed to provide proper information and exceeded the limit of 25 children per donor. The clinic's direc...
Poultry allowed outside again in Gelderse Vallei: Nationwide housing order lifted
The nationwide confinement obligation for poultry in the Netherlands has been lifted after bird flu risks subsided. The final restrictions were removed in the Gelderse Vallei, a region with a high den...
Poultry housing order also lifted in Gelderse Vallei
The Dutch government has lifted the nationwide housing requirement for poultry after experts assessed the risk of bird flu as moderate to low. The final restrictions were removed in the Gelderse Valle...
Ringo Starr (85) says broccoli keeps him young and energetic: is it really a ‘super vegetable’?
Former Beatle Ringo Starr attributes his youthful energy and appearance at age 85 to the regular consumption of broccoli. Nutrition scientist Hella Van Laer examines the scientific evidence behind the...
Indian dal is now vegan comfort food: why traditional plant-based cuisines only become trendy when repackaged
New health center at Hof van Jacob has room for new patients again: ‘Not just providing care, but connecting people’
A new health center, ZOED Boerhaavewijk, has opened at Hof van Jacob in Haarlem to address the local shortage of general practitioners. The facility provides capacity for 3,500 new patients and aims t...
Cabinet votes for EU pesticide plan despite risks
Dutch State Secretary Silvio Erkens announced that the cabinet will vote in favor of a European proposal to simplify pesticide regulations, despite concerns about environmental and health risks. While...
Gerri Eickhof returns to television with documentary for Omroep ZWART
Former NOS reporter Gerri Eickhof is returning to television with a three-part documentary series for Omroep ZWART titled "Ongelijke Behandeling." The series investigates the extent of inequality with...
Babette impresses jury. Bonhoeffer College Castricum student wins 2026 KNAW Education Prize
Babette de Bruijne, a student at Bonhoeffer College in Castricum, has won the 2026 KNAW Education Prize. Her winning research project investigated how bioflavonoids influence the antioxidant effects o...
IJmuiden wheelchair four-day march turns rest stops into small parties. 'We even did a conga line with the wheelchairs'
The fifth annual wheelchair and walking four-day event for care center residents has begun in IJmuiden. Participants travel through local neighborhoods and enjoy festive rest stops featuring music and...
Regulator expects more gamblers and ads during World Cup
The Dutch gambling authority (Ksa) expects an increase in sports betting and advertisements during the upcoming football World Cup. Due to concerns about the vulnerability of young adults to gambling ...
Serious Request to raise money for Dutch Burns Foundation in Arnhem this year
The 3FM Serious Request charity event will raise funds for the Dutch Burn Foundation this year. The Glass House will be located in Arnhem during the week leading up to Christmas.
Minister intervenes: Closure of care villas paused until children find alternative placements
Minister Mirjam Sterk has paused the closure of two care villas for severely disabled and sick children. The facilities will remain open until suitable alternative care locations have been found for a...
Investigation into toxic work culture at UWV following reports from young doctors in Amsterdam
Alderman refuses to use ferrets against rats: "Less animal-friendly"
Amsterdam Alderman Alexander Scholtes has rejected a proposal to use ferrets for rat control, citing animal welfare concerns and high implementation costs. The city will continue to prioritize prevent...
Alderman refuses to use ferrets against rats: "Less animal-friendly"
Amsterdam Alderman Alexander Scholtes has rejected a proposal to use ferrets for rat control, arguing that current trapping methods are more animal-friendly and cost-effective. The city plans to prior...
Cyclist injured in collision with police car in Haarlem city center
A cyclist was injured on Wednesday night after a collision with a police vehicle in the center of Haarlem. The accident occurred on the Raamvest during the transition from Wednesday to Thursday mornin...
Favamole makes dips from special beans: 'Also good for the soil'
Favamole founder Edwin Sander produces sustainable dips using unique beans that are beneficial for soil health. The company focuses on a mission-driven approach to food production and environmental su...
Nurse banned from practicing due to alcohol abuse
The Disciplinary Tribunal for Healthcare in Den Bosch has banned a caregiver from practicing after severe alcohol abuse created significant risks for patient safety. The individual's official registra...
Beverwijk faces deficit of over 6 million: 'How do we ensure a financially sustainable municipality without dismantling the social foundation?'
The municipality of Beverwijk is facing a projected budget deficit of over 6 million euros in the coming years, primarily due to rising costs in youth care. While the town is currently in a stable fin...
Body of missing swimmer (30) found in Haarlem
The body of a 30-year-old man from Haarlem has been found in the Molenplas after he went missing while swimming. Police have ruled the death a fatal accident following an intensive search operation in...
Obstacle course, scavenger hunt and fruit attract dozens of children to Outdoor Play Day at De Ark in Heemskerk: 'When you say the word bouncy castle, they go crazy'
Dozens of children gathered at De Ark in Heemskerk for National Outdoor Play Day on Wednesday afternoon. Organized by Team Sportservice and students from the Hogeschool van Amsterdam, the event featur...