A twelve-year study testing dexamfetamine as a treatment for crack addiction has been abruptly cancelled by health authorities. Amsterdam's mayor and a city alderman are now calling on the government to intervene and address the situation.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Amsterdam is expanding its network of supervised drug-use facilities and overnight shelters to better support addicts and reduce street-level nuisance. The initiative includes implementing personalized care plans and potentially establishing new facilities in the Oost district by 2027.
Jouke de Jong, a 24-year-old student at the Hogeschool van Amsterdam, has founded the WeCARE platform to provide support and community for students who are also caregivers. By sharing personal experiences and offering resources, the initiative aims to reduce the loneliness often felt by students balancing family care duties with their academic studies.
Microbiologists from Micropia and the Rijksmuseum have identified various bacteria living on Rembrandt's The Night Watch, including a strain previously discovered at a Japanese refinery. These findings, which showcase the unexpected intersection of art and microbiology, are currently on public display at Micropia in Amsterdam.
Nearly half of children with disabilities in the Netherlands must travel outside their hometown to attend school, often facing long commutes that hinder their social development. Experts advocate for more inclusive classrooms within regular schools to allow these children to learn alongside their peers and maintain local social connections.
A person was resuscitated after falling into the Looiersgracht canal in central Amsterdam this morning. Emergency services arrived on the scene before 8:00 AM, and the victim was later transported to the hospital with stabilized breathing.
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