Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
What is happening to the legendary Zalencentrum Velserduin building? Personal training studio Goos PTC takes over
Personal training studio Goos PTC has begun renovating the former Zalencentrum Velserduin building on Velserduinplein. Co-owner Jeffrey Goos expects the transformation to be completed and ready for us...
11 red flags to recognize a toxic relationship: ‘It starts as a fairytale, it ends in intimate terror’
Publicist Yesim Candan has released a book identifying eleven red flags of toxic relationships to help prevent femicide and intimate terror. The work highlights that a woman is murdered every eight da...
Alderman: Consequences of prolonged elevator failures 'unacceptable' but landlords responsible
Amsterdam Alderman Zita Pels has labeled long-term elevator malfunctions in apartment buildings as unacceptable after a resident missed chemotherapy due to a broken lift. While the city maintains that...
The sun feels good, but how harmful is it in March? 'UV intensity can already be high in spring'
The Netherlands is expecting spring-like weather this week with temperatures reaching 18 degrees and high sun intensity. Experts warn that UV levels can be strong even in early March, suggesting the e...
Diary of a Die-Hard: Dying is Not on My Agenda
This article presents a collection of diary entries written by a cancer patient over the past several months. The entries offer a personal look into the daily realities of living with the disease, cap...
New center for domestic violence and child abuse: "Truly important"
A new center for domestic violence and child abuse called Filomena has opened in Amsterdam West to provide specialized support for victims, families, and perpetrators. The facility, which is co-locate...
Kéri (24) has endometriosis: ‘Hearing the pain wasn’t all in my head was a relief’
Approximately 430,000 women in the Netherlands suffer from endometriosis, a chronic condition causing severe pain and potential fertility issues. Kéri Coenraads shared her experience of receiving a d...
Province tackles suffocating red tape for sports clubs
The province of Noord-Holland is taking action to reduce regulatory pressure on sports clubs and promote exercise among its residents. While the national government and municipalities hold primary res...
Childcare abuse suspect worked as freelance care professional
Rapper Yukkie B dies at 56
Dutch rapper Yukkie B has passed away at the age of 56 following a battle with kidney cancer. His death on Sunday was announced by his former partner on Monday.
Norwegian Crown Prince Haakon: King Harald is on the mend
Norwegian Crown Prince Haakon announced that King Harald's health is improving during a visit to the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs in Oslo on Monday. The crown prince shared the update ...
Mr Baaij (79) has exhausted all treatment options and his pain is unbearable: quality or quantity of life?
79-year-old Mr. Baaij, a terminal pancreatic cancer patient, faces a difficult decision regarding his end-of-life care after a sudden medical crisis involving severe pain and loss of sensation. His do...
More than half of outpatient clinics have wait times that are too long
Waiting times for medical care in the Netherlands have increased, with over half of outpatient treatments exceeding the national four-week standard last year. This marks a rise from 2022, when approxi...
Get off the couch! Tips for better fitness
The article provides practical tips for improving physical fitness in an accessible way, emphasizing that significant progress can be made without following an intensive athletic routine. It encourage...
Admire famous masterpieces without visiting a museum at Viva Zorggroep
Viva Zorggroep and MuseumPlusBus are bringing an exhibition of eight replicas of famous masterpieces to nursing homes for elderly residents who cannot visit museums independently. The initiative featu...
Visually impaired find their way better at Kennemerplein in IJmuiden. New tactile paving is wear-resistant
New wear-resistant tactile paving lines are being installed at Kennemerplein in IJmuiden to assist visually impaired people in reaching bus stops and the local health center. These accessibility impro...
Donor clubs: More diverse donor pool needed to combat inequality of opportunity
The Dutch Transplantation Foundation, Sanquin, and Matchis have joined forces to address the lack of diversity in blood, stem cell, and organ donor registries. Because medical matches are more likely ...
Just try finding a suitable location for psychiatric and addicted people, says HVO-Querido director: 'We are less tolerant'
When her sister became terminally ill, hockey champion Laurien quit professional sports: ‘I wanted to be there for Marije’
Olympic hockey champion Laurien Leurink retired from professional sports to support her sister Marije, who has terminal colon cancer. The sisters are currently using their shared love for athletics to...
Neighborhood cooperative matches Velsen residents with those needing support: ‘Guidance and social support are essential for mentally vulnerable people’
A neighborhood cooperative is organizing social support for psychologically vulnerable residents and those with small social networks to help them participate in society. The initiative aims to provid...
Massive emergency response for medical emergency at McDonald’s Beverwijk
Emergency services and a Mobile Medical Team responded to a medical emergency at a McDonald's parking lot in Beverwijk on Sunday afternoon. Multiple units arrived at the scene around 4:30 PM to provid...
So much pain you can't do anything: 430,000 women in the Netherlands have endometriosis
Approximately 430,000 women in the Netherlands suffer from endometriosis, a condition that causes pain so severe it can prevent normal daily functioning. Gynecologist Noor Paridaans explains the sympt...
Tallon Griekspoor's crazy weekend in Dubai: 'I'm in no rush to catch one of the first flights'
Dutch tennis player Tallon Griekspoor reached the final in Dubai but was forced to withdraw against Daniil Medvedev due to a hamstring injury. He is currently stranded in Dubai as the local airspace h...
City gets support center for domestic violence and child abuse
A new branch of Filomena, a support center for victims of domestic violence and child abuse, is opening in Amsterdam-West this Tuesday. The facility integrates various specialists under one roof, allo...
The right antibiotic within an hour: Dutch device promises breakthrough
Vitality market at Broekpolder Health Center anniversary: 'Real Housewife of Amsterdam' explains importance of healthy gums
The Gezondheidscentrum Broekpolder in Heemskerk is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a vitality market and open day on March 14. The event will feature a guest presentation from a cast member of '...
Petting zoo unconcerned about Q fever in goats: 'Just wash your hands well before eating'
Health authorities have cautioned against building residential areas near commercial goat farms due to the potential health risks of Q-fever. Despite these warnings, petting zoo staff suggest that sim...
Rox (36) has a rare esophageal disease: ‘I’m a cheap date, after two drinks nothing else fits’
Roxanne Buisman shares her experience living with achalasia, a rare esophageal disorder that makes consuming food and drinks a significant challenge. This condition heavily impacts her social life, re...
Costs for disabled parking permits still vary significantly
The cost of disabled parking permits varies significantly across the Netherlands, ranging from free to 333 euros depending on the municipality. According to an ANP analysis, price increases in 123 mun...
Ian (7) wants to play outside, but who will lend a hand?
The organization Buurtgezinnen is seeking a local support family in Haarlem for seven-year-old Ian, whose mother has chronic health issues that limit her ability to take him outside to play. A support...