GP Rob Elens testified before a parliamentary inquiry committee, stating that media reports portraying him as a 'quack' for prescribing off-label COVID-19 treatments had a severe impact on his personal life. He also characterized the regulatory actions and warnings from the Dutch Health and Youth Care Inspectorate as intimidating.
43-year-old Marco van Eliveld shares his experience of undergoing a double lung transplant following the news of Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit's successful surgery. Marco highlights the transformative nature of the procedure and advises the Princess to focus on her body's signals during recovery.
A new residential development in the municipality of Ouder-Amstel, located near Amsterdam, has been officially named Amstelvoorde following a community-wide vote. The project is set to include approximately 6,000 homes, various public amenities, and an expansion of Ajax's sports complex, De Toekomst. The name reflects the area's connection to the Amstel River and signifies a historical place of meeting and connection.
The municipality of Heemstede is implementing a new ordinance this summer to enhance the protection of historic buildings and areas. This measure allows for faster intervention to prevent the loss of valuable heritage elements within the village.
The Dutch national football team has begun training with a fully fit squad ahead of their second World Cup match against Sweden on Saturday. National coach Ronald Koeman led the session at the KC Current training complex in Kansas City.