Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Motorist seriously injured after colliding with overpass near Lijnden
A driver died this morning after their vehicle crashed into a viaduct pillar on the N232 road near Lijnden. Emergency services, including a trauma team, responded to the scene, but the individual coul...
RIVM vaccination director: no plan B prepared for vaccinations
Jaap van Delden, the former RIVM vaccination program director, testified that no contingency plan existed for administering COVID-19 vaccinations when it became clear that general practitioners could ...
Doctor Rutger gets the shock of his life: ‘Doctor, are you trying to kill me or something?’ Mr. Jochems asks furiously
Doctor Rutger describes the increasing difficulty of his work as he encounters angry and suspicious patients who often lash out at him. Despite these hostile interactions, he occasionally experiences ...
COVID inquiry with top official: 'De Jonge was simply very ambitious'
The Dutch parliamentary inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic continues this week, focusing on vaccination campaigns and the implementation of COVID access passes. High-ranking health officials testified...
Watch: Corona hearing with former RIVM director on vaccinations
A former RIVM director and a senior official from the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport are testifying this week regarding COVID-19 vaccination campaigns and the use of digital health passes. Thes...
‘I thought it was a party’: Lubna (51) on the day that changed her life forever
Lubna Abdul, a 51-year-old woman from Hardenberg, shares the traumatic experience of undergoing female genital mutilation at age eight. Due to lasting physical impacts, she has become an activist dedi...
Dutch employees need an average of 13.7 days of vacation to recover from work
Recent research indicates that Dutch employees require an average of 13.7 days of vacation to fully recover from work. The study notes that the ease of detaching from work varies by individual and dep...
Netherlands not yet prepared for extreme heat as the new normal
The eleven-day heatwave in June, which caused event cancellations, school closures, and train disruptions, highlighted that the Netherlands is currently ill-prepared for extreme heat events. The artic...
Eline's son Chez stepped on scorching hot black garden tiles: 'His little feet were immediately scorched to the ground'
A toddler suffered severe burns to his feet after stepping on extremely hot black garden tiles. The mother, Eline Eman-Jonk, rushed to her child immediately after receiving a distressed phone call abo...
Terminal patients with mild dementia are now also welcome at Joods Hospice Immanuel: It is definitely not just crying here
Return of nursing homes falters: cabinet allocates over 400 million
The Dutch government is allocating 420 million euros to accelerate the construction of elderly care housing. This initiative addresses the growing number of seniors who are unable to live at home and ...
Peter Faber hospitalized due to breathing difficulties
Dutch actor Peter Faber, 82, has been hospitalized after experiencing shortness of breath during the night from Saturday to Sunday. He shared the update regarding his health status on Facebook.
Male choir and harmonica players with lung disease steal the show at Jutterspad: 'If I'm struggling, I just stop playing'
A male choir named WaZManK and a harmonica group consisting of people with COPD and other lung conditions called Longblues performed together at the Jutterspad event. The collaboration highlighted the...
Ecologists see rare plants return to Amsterdam Water Supply Dunes after reduced fallow deer grazing: 'Some plants we haven't seen in years were still hidden in the soil'
Researchers from the University of Amsterdam observed that reducing fallow deer grazing in the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen has allowed rare plant species to reappear. The study highlights that spec...
Going on vacation with a blended family? Here is how to keep it fun: Don’t force it to be perfect
Going on vacation with a blended family can lead to friction and unmet expectations due to the pressure to appear as one happy unit. Experts advise against forcing fun and suggest managing expectation...
Motor scooter hits two cars in accident on Zeeburgerdijk, driver taken to hospital
Microplastics, PFAS and pesticides are everywhere: how can you protect yourself from these invisible substances?
Recent reports highlight the pervasive nature of pollutants like microplastics, PFAS, and pesticides found in food, clothing, and breast milk. While total avoidance is difficult, the article explores ...
Two injured in three-vehicle crash on A4 near Weteringsbrug
Two people were injured in a three-vehicle collision on the A4 motorway near Weteringsbrug during the night from Saturday to Sunday. Emergency services responded to the scene following the pile-up.
How to prevent heatstroke while exercising? Dr. Fleur explains summer facts and myths
Doctor Fleur Grandiek addresses common myths and facts regarding heatstroke during exercise in the summer. She explains why these incidents occur, the associated health risks, and provides advice on h...
Raymi Sambo: The word pacemaker was a trigger to start exercising seriously
Actor and director Raymi Sambo discusses his personal health journey, including his history with sleep issues and his commitment to exercise after a health-related trigger. He also highlights the impo...
Stop drinking alcohol, says the Health Council, but is 0.0 beer actually a good alternative?
The Dutch Health Council has advised the public to stop consuming alcohol entirely, sparking a debate about the health benefits of non-alcoholic beer. Experts are questioning whether 0.0% beverages ar...
Carola's daughter has epilepsy: 'You never know when a new seizure will occur'
In the weekly column 'De moeder van', Carola Jobse discusses the challenges of raising her 14-year-old daughter, Amy, who has been living with epilepsy since age thirteen. The article highlights the i...
Inge (37) quits her office job to pursue pilates dream in Heemskerk: I am riding the hype
Entrepreneur Inge van der Meij is opening a new pilates studio in Heemskerk this September. She believes the move reflects a growing societal focus on health and wellness, capitalizing on the rising p...
Young man seriously injured after collision in Velsen-Noord
A young man was seriously injured in a traffic accident on the Grote Hout- of Koningsweg in Velsen-Noord on Saturday afternoon. Following medical stabilization at the scene, he was transported to the ...
Does your dog have itchy skin in spring and summer? This underrated condition could be the cause
As the pollen season extends from January to November, dogs can also suffer from hay fever with symptoms that differ from those in humans. Veterinary dermatologist Marieke van Damme explains how to re...
Do you always pee 'just in case' before leaving? Why that is a bad idea
Urologist Bart Schrier and pelvic physiotherapist Liesbeth de Nekker explain why the habit of 'just peeing before departure' can be counterproductive for bladder health. They provide expert advice on ...
Cyclist seriously injured in Ambt Delden, driver arrested
A cyclist was seriously injured following a collision with a car on the N740 in Ambt Delden on Friday night. The driver has been arrested, and the cyclist was transported to the hospital for emergency...
Uproar over German plan for mandatory doctor's notes for sick employees
The German government is facing significant criticism over a proposal that would require employees to obtain a doctor's note on their first day of illness to reduce absenteeism. General practitioners ...
Animal testing on monkeys may continue after 2030
Minister of Science Rianne Letschert has informed the House of Representatives that animal testing on monkeys may continue beyond 2030. She stated that these tests remain necessary for the development...
Next coronavirus hearings feature De Jonge, Keijzer and Maurice de Hond
Former Health Minister Hugo de Jonge, former State Secretary Mona Keijzer, and pollster Maurice de Hond will testify before the Dutch parliamentary inquiry committee on coronavirus. The hearings focus...