Reporter Mitzie Meijerhof and Rob Pfaff recount how they transitioned from "rheumatism buddies" to lifelong friends. Their story serves as the conclusion to the "Voor het leven" series, which explores extraordinary friendships.
Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
Recent insights into menopause highlight that while societal stigmas are decreasing, certain issues like fecal incontinence remain deeply taboo. Experts are currently working to improve medical understanding of hormone therapies and aim to develop home testing kits for menopause within the next five years.
Runners toe, or a subungual hematoma, is a frequent injury caused by repetitive impact or direct pressure on the toes, often affecting endurance athletes. While usually harmless, the condition results in painful bruising under the nail that can take months to fully resolve as the nail grows out.
Tim Zandbergen has volunteered as a first aid responder for the Amsterdam Marathon for nearly nine years, using his bicycle to provide rapid medical assistance. He carries essential equipment like an AED to help participants and spectators during emergencies, including life-threatening situations.
Physical therapist Milou Schooneman offers recovery tips for participants of the Amsterdam Marathon, emphasizing the need for gentle movement, proper nutrition, and hydration. She advises runners to gradually rebuild their training intensity over the week following the race and to seek medical advice if muscle pain persists.
Eleven people were hospitalized after falling ill during a brewery tour at Grolsch in Enschede on Saturday. While investigations are underway to identify the cause of the nausea and vomiting, the brewery confirmed the incident did not impact their wider beer production process.
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