haarlemsdagbladJul 6, 2026, 17:01

Water board warns against dogs with flea collars in ditches and launches campaign in Heemskerk and Uitgeest: 'It is harmful to nature'

The Hoogheemraadschap Hollands Noorderkwartier (HHNK) has launched a campaign in Heemskerk and Uitgeest to warn residents about the environmental damage caused by flea collars and treatments on pets. The initiative aims to raise awareness about how chemicals from these products can negatively affect local water ecosystems when animals enter ditches.

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Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Lizzy (33) diagnosed with Parkinson's shortly after her birthday: ‘I can find so little about people like me’

At the age of 33, Lizzy Bergwerff was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease shortly after experiencing a temporary loss of strength in the right side of her body. As one of the youngest patients to receive this diagnosis, she expressed frustration regarding the lack of information and support available for people in her age group.

Former swimmer Kira Toussaint on track for first marathon medal

Former champion swimmer Kira Toussaint is transitioning to long-distance running and will participate in the Amsterdam Marathon on October 18. After a decorated swimming career, Toussaint turned to the marathon as a new major challenge to fuel her competitive drive.

Professor sees families no longer keeping vigil for days at a dying relative's bedside: they have to get back to work

Professor Kris Vissers of Radboudumc expresses concern that patients at the end of their lives are too often rushed toward death. He notes that families who are unable to properly say goodbye due to work pressures or premature interventions are at a higher risk of developing subsequent psychological issues.

Dyantha Brooks had panic attacks: 'I was everything I never wanted to be'

Presenter Dyantha Brooks has spoken out about her struggle with panic attacks linked to past traumas, including her father's stroke and witnessing a suicide. Through therapy, she identified inherited anxieties and gained the tools to effectively manage her mental health.

Chatterbox Roderik connects people with each other

Roderik Schaepman has launched the Week of the Conversation, an initiative aimed at encouraging social interaction to combat loneliness and declining communication skills. By setting up designated spaces at locations like the Haarlem train station, he encourages people to overcome social hesitation through simple steps like greeting and complimenting strangers.