Patients treated for long-covid with lidocaine at Excellent Care Clinics reported severe side effects, including seizures and partial paralysis. Following an investigative report by the television program Zembla, the Dutch Health and Youth Care Inspectorate (IGJ) is urging other affected patients to come forward.
Despite warnings from unions regarding the health risks of working in high temperatures, employees in sectors such as construction and hospitality are largely unaffected by heatwaves. Most employers have implemented sufficient measures to ensure safety, resulting in minimal work absenteeism due to the summer heat in the Netherlands.
The international MagicCon festival is taking place this weekend at the RAI in Amsterdam, drawing approximately 20,000 Magic: The Gathering fans from around the world. The event features intense card game tournaments, discussions, and elaborate cosplay inspired by the fantasy genre.
The town of Weesp celebrated its first Pride boat parade, featuring a small procession of boats to promote visibility and acceptance. Organizers from the Rainbow Weesp foundation held the event to align with the broader Pride festivities taking place in the municipality.
This article explores the diverse definitions and types of trauma, ranging from psychological experiences like childhood neglect or war-related PTSD to physical injuries. An expert answers five key questions to help clarify how these different events are classified.
A man was injured following a stabbing incident near the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam shortly after midnight. Police have arrested a suspect for questioning, though the motive for the attack remains unknown.