Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Danish Queen Margrethe discharged from hospital after heart complaints
Queen Margrethe of Denmark has been discharged from the Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen after being treated for heart problems. The 86-year-old monarch is now returning to Fredensborg Palace following he...
Psychiatric patient Malek F. confesses to attempted murder in Mesdag Clinic
Malek F., a 39-year-old TBS patient, confessed in a Groningen court to the attempted murder of a fellow patient at the Mesdagkliniek last year. He stated that he acted on commands from voices in his h...
'Corona' returns to The Hague: parliamentary inquiry will contain surprises, says committee chair
A Dutch parliamentary inquiry into the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic will begin public hearings next week, featuring testimony from key figures such as Mark Rutte and Hugo de Jonge. C...
That creaking door again, footsteps in the hall, and a little voice: I can't sleep. What to do when your child keeps getting out of bed?
This article discusses the common parenting challenge of children who repeatedly leave their beds after being tucked in for the night. It addresses the frustration parents feel when their evening rout...
Dutch face longer waits for new cancer drugs: 'Unacceptable for such a wealthy country'
Access to new cancer treatments in the Netherlands is declining, with only 41% of medications approved in Europe over the last four years expected to be available to patients by 2025. This represents ...
Banned pesticides found in Jumbo and Albert Heijn rice and tea
Food watchdog Foodwatch discovered residues of EU-banned pesticides in rice, tea, and various herbs sold at Dutch supermarkets Jumbo and Albert Heijn. The investigation involved testing 64 different p...
Cyclist injured in Beverwijk accident, trauma helicopter deployed
A cyclist was seriously injured after a fall on the Warande in Beverwijk on Tuesday morning. A trauma helicopter was deployed to the scene, and the victim was rushed to the hospital for treatment.
Kromhoutstraat glass fish saved from gathering dust; take them home during Vissenloop and VissenRun
Decorative glass fish from the Kromhoutstraat retaining wall are being repurposed and offered to the public during the Vissenloop and VissenRun events on May 30 and 31. Participants can take a fish ho...
When should you have your blood pressure or cholesterol measured? ‘People often think: it won’t be that bad for me’
The Dutch Heart Foundation's 'Heart Checkpoints' attracted approximately 13,000 visitors last year for quick blood pressure and cholesterol screenings. These sessions, which also include lifestyle adv...
Trump announces expansion of drug discount program
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the government-backed website TrumpRx.gov will expand its offerings to include generic medications. The platform is designed to provide consumers with di...
Two on motorcycle hospitalized after collision with parked van
Two people were seriously injured and hospitalized after their motorcycle collided with a parked van in Badhoevedorp on Friday evening. Emergency services, including a trauma team, responded to the sc...
Motorcyclist seriously injured in accident in Badhoevedorp
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a traffic accident on Monday evening in Badhoevedorp. The victim was transported to the hospital with urgency following the collision on Pa Verkuijllaan.
American doctor contracts Ebola in Congo
An American missionary doctor has tested positive for Ebola after treating patients at a hospital in Congo. While the doctor's condition has not been disclosed, two other American missionaries at the ...
Ebola outbreak in Central Africa: can this virus reach the Netherlands?
The World Health Organization has declared a rare Ebola outbreak in Central Africa an international emergency. While the virus is highly dangerous, RIVM expert Tjalling Leenstra explains that the risk...
Researchers find immediate signs of brain damage in blood after football headers
Amsterdam UMC and the KNVB conducted a study showing that heading a football results in temporary blood markers indicative of acute brain damage. The research found that the levels of these substances...
Researchers see signs of brain damage in blood after heading a ball
Research conducted by Amsterdam UMC and the KNVB has found that amateur football players show temporary blood markers indicating acute brain damage after heading a ball. The study observed that the co...
US tightens Ebola screening for travelers from parts of Africa
U.S. health authorities are implementing stricter monitoring for travelers arriving from or recently visiting the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan. The measures are being intr...
Dr. Hook founder and singer Dennis Locorriere dies at 76
Dennis Locorriere, the lead singer and co-founder of the American rock band Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show, has passed away at the age of 76. He reportedly died following a battle with kidney disease.
Pile of debris at Turkish Airlines disaster memorial remains a mystery: papers lead to man home with burnout
A 55-year-old man appeared in a Haarlem court for allegedly dumping a pile of debris at the Turkish Airlines crash memorial in February 2022. The defendant denies the charges, claiming he was at home ...
Norwegian Queen Sonja cancels meeting with Indian PM due to heart problems
Queen Sonja of Norway cancelled her scheduled appointments at the royal palace in Oslo on Monday due to heart issues. The 88-year-old monarch is reportedly suffering from atrial fibrillation, accordin...
‘And yet there are still people who think it’s their fault!’: Hanna Verboom investigated mental health in the Netherlands
EU disease center sends experts over Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) is deploying experts to the Africa CDC headquarters in Addis Ababa to support the coordination of the Ebola response in the Democratic Rep...
Youth platform: 120 conversations about stress in first exam week
Volunteers from the youth platform "In je bol" conducted approximately 120 conversations with students experiencing stress and performance pressure during the first week of final exams. The initiative...
Nobel Prize winner Narges Mohammadi discharged from hospital
Iranian Nobel Peace Prize winner Narges Mohammadi was discharged from the hospital on Sunday following her release from prison. Her foundation stated that she is returning home but will require follow...
Body from cruise ship Hondius cremated in the Netherlands
The body of a German woman who died from hantavirus while aboard the cruise ship Hondius will be cremated in the Netherlands. Health officials announced the decision following the vessel's arrival at ...
Hondius cleanup begins Tuesday and lasts until Friday
The cleaning of the Dutch cruise ship Hondius is scheduled to begin this Tuesday and is expected to continue through Friday. The specialized operation is being carried out by EWS Group, as confirmed b...
Sports Village gets Wijk aan Zee moving: ‘These are the events where the village spirit comes to life’
Wijk aan Zee recently hosted its first Sportdorp event on the Dorpsweide, featuring various activities like obstacle courses to promote physical movement and community spirit. Despite an initially rai...
CARE: Price of aid goods rising due to trade route blockades
The aid organization CARE reports that the prices of food and emergency supplies are rising rapidly due to trade route disruptions in the Middle East. The partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz has f...
Mrs. Steltjens is 30 years younger than her husband, but struggling to conceive is not the only issue
Mrs. Steltjens is seeking medical help for infertility while being thirty years younger than her husband. In addition to her fertility concerns, she makes a separate request to a doctor that proves di...
Acupuncture in Haarlem: ancient healing method, modern practice
Acupuncture practices are becoming increasingly popular in Haarlem and surrounding areas as more residents seek treatment for chronic pain, stress, and sleep disorders. The article explores the reason...