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Council of State: More clarification needed on bill to increase deductible

The Dutch Council of State has advised the cabinet to provide more detailed explanations regarding its legislative proposal to increase the healthcare deductible. While the Council supports the genera...

Foreign Ministry considers medical evacuation for several on cruise ship

The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs is investigating the possibility of medically evacuating several individuals from the cruise ship MV Hondius. A ministry spokesperson confirmed that options for t...

Haarlem rat traps kill 20 to 60 rats a day: 'Yet nuisance reports are rising'

Smart traps in Haarlem's sewers are killing between 20 and 60 rats daily, yet the municipality expects 2026 to be a record year for pest reports. To address the persistent issue, Alderman Berkhout is ...

RIVM: Hantavirus not transmissible from human to human

The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has clarified that the hantavirus is transmitted from rodents to humans and is not transmissible between people. This statemen...

RIVM calls for plain packaging for e-cigarettes

Researcher Ina Hellmich from the Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) is calling for electronic cigarettes to have a neutral appearance to deter use. This regulation c...

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Is an Alzheimer’s drug coming? ‘I am hopeful that we will find something’

Rudy Giuliani hospitalized in critical condition

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has been hospitalized and is currently in critical but stable condition. His spokesperson, Ted Goodman, shared the health update via a post on social media pla...

Netherlands leads repatriation of sick cruise ship crew members

The Netherlands is leading the repatriation of two sick crew members from the cruise ship m/v Hondius, which is currently anchored off the coast of Cape Verde. This operation follows the deaths of thr...

Man in his 20s and family members hospitalize two victims: 240 hours community service

A 21-year-old man has been sentenced to 240 hours of community service and mandatory treatment for two violent assaults committed alongside his family members. Despite a significant criminal history, ...

Dutch Foreign Ministry confirms two Dutch nationals died on cruise ship

The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed the deaths of two Dutch citizens who fell ill while traveling on a small-scale cruise ship from Argentina to Cape Verde. One passenger died mid-voya...

AFP: Dutch couple die from suspected hantavirus on cruise

A Dutch couple has died following a suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean. The World Health Organization confirmed three deaths on the vessel, with at least one victim t...

Women’s clinic swamped: ‘In the hospital I hardly ever saw anyone for menopause’

The Ellesie women's clinic is facing a surge in demand for menopause-related healthcare, with waiting lists growing from six days to nearly a year. Medical professionals highlight that providing prope...

Talking about and commemorating the war is a must: ‘War is part of upbringing’

This article emphasizes the importance of discussing World War II and Remembrance Day with children to ensure they understand history and the current realities of conflict. Experts suggest starting th...

One dead in Oldenzaal house fire

One person died and two others were hospitalized following a house fire in Oldenzaal on Sunday afternoon. The survivors, who are family members of the deceased, were treated for smoke inhalation.

GGD Amsterdam sees more suspected strangulations in five months than in a typical year

50 but looking 40: everyone wants it, and these tips will help you get there

Specialists explain the difference between chronological and biological age, detailing why some individuals appear physically younger or older than their actual age. The article provides insights into...

So much bare skin, so much red: A shock on the beach for National Skin Fund director Marijne Landman

Marijne Landman, director of the Haarlem-based National Skin Fund, expressed concern after observing numerous sunburned visitors on beaches during the first sunny days of May. She warned that skin dam...

Time seems ripe for a total smoking ban on Zandvoort and IJmuiden beaches

A recent poll conducted by Haarlems Dagblad and IJmuider Courant shows that 62 percent of respondents support a complete smoking ban on the beaches of Zandvoort and IJmuiden. Proponents of the ban cit...

Annemieke Schollaardt back at work after severe appendicitis

Annemieke Schollaardt has returned to her program on NPO Radio 2 following a two-and-a-half-week absence. The radio host was forced to take time off due to a severe case of appendicitis.

From empty bank accounts to court blockades: how to prevent financial ruin with dementia

Approximately 75 percent of people with dementia in the Netherlands live at home, where financial and administrative management can become difficult as the condition progresses. Family members often f...

Neighborhood pools at risk: Survival of public pools depends on volunteers. 'You have to know how to play the game'

Public swimming pools are facing an increasing threat of closure despite their vital role in providing swimming lessons and community recreation. As more facilities shut down without replacement, the ...

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Austrian police arrest man after poisoning baby food with rat poison

Austrian police arrested a 39-year-old man for allegedly poisoning jars of HiPP baby food with rat poison. The suspect reportedly tampered with the products in an attempt to blackmail the German manuf...

Grief is like chewing gum, Lisanne van Sadelhoff knows from experience

Lisanne van Sadelhoff shares her experiences delivering lectures on grief, combining humor with insights borrowed from academic experts. She reflects on the nature of loss, describing it as a persiste...

Exercise is just as important as language and math, Professor Erik Scherder and Defence for Children tell ministry

Neuropsychologist Erik Scherder and the organization Defence for Children are considering a lawsuit against the Dutch government for refusing to make daily physical activity mandatory in primary schoo...

Thick smoke from fire on Willemsparkweg visible across the city

A large fire broke out in a shop on Willemsparkweg in Amsterdam-Zuid on Monday afternoon, sending a thick cloud of smoke across the city. Emergency services upgraded the incident to a major fire and a...

Eating out? Watch for hygiene and check reviews and food safety reports

Following reports of severe hygiene violations at a takeaway restaurant in Alkmaar, experts are providing tips on how consumers can evaluate the safety of dining establishments. Advice includes observ...

You must try this supermarket's sushi: ‘Ultra-fresh fish and great rice’

Three culinary experts tested six supermarket sushi varieties, including both pre-packaged and freshly prepared options. The review highlights a significant range in quality and notes that sushi has b...

'They are not monsters': Lawyer and criminologist advocate for TBS patients

Lawyer Jan-Jesse Lieftink and criminologist Parissima Rauf have launched a new podcast titled 'Diagnose Gestoord' to advocate for people sentenced to involuntary psychiatric treatment (TBS). They argu...