Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
50Plus Haarlemmermeer aims for at least one seat: 'They say youth is the future, but we forget the elderly'
Hans van der Helm is leading the 50Plus party in Haarlemmermeer for the upcoming elections, aiming to secure at least one seat. Driven by his personal experience as a caregiver, he advocates for impro...
Learning to run with body and mind with Martin and Esther: ‘Out of your head, into your body, no pressure and anything goes’
Running coach Martin Dekker and NLP coach Esther Buis-Van Rijn are launching a 10-week training course for beginners. The program focuses on injury prevention through improved technique and emphasizes...
Fears of increased drug nuisance following closure of Mainline Foundation
Stichting Mainline is closing down after the Dutch government withdrew its national funding, ending years of harm reduction work and health research for drug users. Experts warn that the loss of these...
New mass claim being prepared against chemical plant Chemours
The foundation PFAS Vrij Green Claim is launching a mass claim against the Chemours chemical plant in Dordrecht on behalf of local residents. The lawsuit seeks an immediate halt to PFAS emissions and ...
Large differences in cancer drug prices, KWF calls for more transparency
KWF and the Netherlands Cancer Institute report that hospitals pay significantly different prices for the same cancer medications, with variations up to 2,800 euros per treatment. The organizations ar...
Bol stops selling play sand after new asbestos find
Online retailer Bol has permanently ceased the sale of play sand after traces of asbestos were discovered in two products sold on its platform. The decision follows an investigation by the Dutch newsp...
Emad (42) reluctantly puts Pizzeria Sorrento in IJmuiden up for sale: 'I hope the buyer comes tomorrow, not today'
Emad Sorrento, 42, has put his IJmuiden-based pizzeria up for sale due to concerns regarding his health and family responsibilities. Although he is reluctant to part with the business, he acknowledges...
Trump administration withdraws autism drug recommendation
The Trump administration has retracted its recommendation for using leucovorin to treat autism, citing a lack of sufficient evidence for its effectiveness. This decision marks a reversal of previous g...
Is sleeping in healthy or not?
Pulmonologist-somnologist Manu Sastry discusses the health impacts of sleeping in late as part of a series on common sleep issues. The article explores whether extending sleep is beneficial for one's ...
Just don't bring it into the house
A parent reflects on the persistent presence of soda and candy vending machines in schools after seeing them at their son's high school. They note that such machines have been considered a normal part...
Day of the Bereaved at IJmuiden library: Reflecting on grief and resilience
The Nabestaandenzorg foundation and the IJmuiden library will host the Day of the Bereaved on March 21. The event aims to provide a space for individuals to reflect on grief and resilience.
Dutch Parliament wants target for reducing healthcare fraud
The Dutch Parliament is pushing for a target to reduce healthcare fraud by at least 1 percent by 2027, which would save approximately 100 million euros. While the Public Prosecution Service estimates ...
National override of local steel slag bans? GroenLinks and PvdD seek clarification from Minister Karremans
Dutch MP Ani Zalinyan has submitted questions to Minister Vincent Karremans regarding new national regulations that could override local bans on the use of steel slag. The inquiry addresses concerns o...
Dutch Parliament votes against disability care cuts
The Dutch House of Representatives has voted against the new cabinet's proposed budget cuts for disability care. The motion passed with a narrow majority of 75 to 74 votes, effectively blocking the pl...
More suitable housing for the elderly in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is developing more suitable housing options for elderly residents by integrating residential areas with nearby care and support services. This initiative aims to enable older adults to live ...
Sports in a new sports park along the Gaasperdammer Tunnel
Amsterdam is planning to build a new sports park along the Gaasperdammertunnel to accommodate the rapidly growing population in the Zuidoost district. Construction for the new facility is scheduled to...
WHO warns of black rain in Iran after attacks
The World Health Organization has issued a warning regarding "black rain" in Iran following recent attacks on oil installations. This phenomenon occurs when smoke from the attacks carries oil particle...
Longer waiting lists for social care and youth services in Haarlemmermeer, risk of delays due to lack of expertise
The municipality of Haarlemmermeer is experiencing longer waiting lists for youth care and social support services due to a staff shortage caused by measures against false self-employment. These delay...
More senior housing under construction, but not nearly enough to solve shortage
Amsterdam built 480 elderly homes last year, nearly reaching its annual target of 500, though local officials estimate that 1,239 homes are actually required annually to resolve the shortage. The init...
Health Council: COVID vaccine age limit can be raised from 60 to 70
The Health Council of the Netherlands recommends increasing the age limit for the annual COVID-19 booster vaccination from 60 to 70 years. People in their 60s will no longer be automatically eligible ...
Fake pharmacist from Haarlem arrested for stealing heavy painkillers
A woman from Haarlem was arrested for posing as a pharmacy worker to steal oxycodone from elderly residents by claiming their medication was contaminated. The suspect carried out the scam at least six...
From dirt to cat litter, my child puts everything in their mouth: What should I do?
Child therapist Nicole Groot explains that it is a common part of development for young children to put various objects, such as soil or cat litter, in their mouths. The article provides guidance for ...
Registration opens for ten-week pregnancy course from GGD Zaanstreek-Waterland region
GGD Zaanstreek-Waterland has opened registration for a 10-week pregnancy course titled 'Relaxed pregnancy and prepared childbirth' for residents in the Zaanstreek and Edam-Volendam regions. The progra...
Huis ter Hagen in Driehuis gripped by persistent flu virus: ‘We lost many people, even during COVID it wasn’t this bad’
The Huis ter Hagen care home in Driehuis experienced a severe two-week flu outbreak that resulted in numerous deaths and the closure of shared facilities. Staff reported that the impact was exceptiona...
Doctors sound alarm over shops selling vapes to schoolchildren: ‘Unimaginable. Would you sell these products to your children too?’
Doctors in the Netherlands are warning that many physical shops are illegally selling vapes and cigarettes to minors. New research indicates that 38 percent of students successfully purchase vapes at ...
Young people on welfare more often have severe problems preventing them from working
The number of young people receiving welfare benefits has been increasing for three years, with individuals staying in the system for longer periods. These young adults often face complex mental healt...
Rijnstate doctor fathered at least 16 donor children with own sperm
A gynecologist at the Rijnstate hospital in Arnhem fathered at least 16 children using his own sperm during the 1970s and 1980s. The discovery follows an independent investigation triggered by the doc...
‘Is it weird if I don’t want sex?’: the questions men ask sexologists the most
Sexologists report that men often struggle with performance pressure and lack of sexual desire, contrary to the effortless depictions of sex in media. The article explores the most common questions me...
Nodding off at your laptop? Sleep expert shares tips for the perfect night's sleep
Sleep therapist Dr. Ingrid Verbeek discusses the signs of sleep deprivation and provides tips for achieving better sleep quality. The article highlights how to identify if you are not getting enough r...
ZERO23 opens fourth location on Lorentzplein: ‘The village feel remains in the big city’
Bram Crans and Melvin Schol have opened the fourth branch of their Personal Health studio, ZERO23, at Lorentzplein in Haarlem. The new location officially opened this past Saturday following a long-te...