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Cabinet wants to scrap tax deduction for uninsured medical expenses, Parliament impatient for alternative

Cabinet wants to scrap tax deduction for uninsured medical expenses, Parliament impatient for alternative

The Dutch government intends to abolish tax deductions for non-insured medical expenses by 2028, a move that currently impacts 900,000 households. The House of Representatives has expressed significant frustration, demanding a concrete compensation plan for chronically ill and disabled citizens before supporting the measure.

James McAvoy had near-death experience after failed medical procedure

James McAvoy had near-death experience after failed medical procedure

Actor James McAvoy narrowly escaped death in 2017 after a lung biopsy led to a collapsed lung and a severe infection. Following weeks of hospitalization and a final invasive surgery, he successfully completed an intense recovery process to prepare for his role in the film Glass.

Concerns over ending emergency care in Hoofddorp? Information evening draws few visitors

Concerns over ending emergency care in Hoofddorp? Information evening draws few visitors

The Spaarne Gasthuis hospital plans to centralize 24-hour emergency care in Haarlem-Zuid by 2033, effectively closing the emergency department in Hoofddorp. Despite significant public and political backlash regarding travel times, a recent information evening in Hoofddorp drew very few attendees.

Chatterbox Roderik connects people with each other

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.

Osteoarthritis is more bearable than ever, partly thanks to medication: 'They work like a lubricant'

Osteoarthritis is more bearable than ever, partly thanks to medication: 'They work like a lubricant'

Osteoarthritis affects over 1.7 million people in the Netherlands, impacting individuals of all ages rather than just the elderly. Orthopedic surgeon Maarten de Boer emphasizes the importance of proper joint and bone care to manage this condition, noting that modern treatments can effectively improve quality of life.