Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Kuipers on government role in societal divisions: ‘Without measures, polarization would have been worse’
Former Health Minister Ernst Kuipers testified that the Dutch healthcare system avoided 'code black' during the pandemic, ensuring continuous ICU capacity. He stressed the importance of balancing futu...
Newborns in Amsterdam receive heel prick test late due to staff shortages at GGD
Newborns in Amsterdam are facing delays in receiving mandatory heel prick screenings due to severe staff shortages and an unexpected increase in birth rates. The GGD is working to address the backlog,...
Back from vacation and gained weight? Personal trainer advises: 'Don't crash diet, get moving'
Following the return from vacations, many people are looking for ways to lose weight and regain their physical fitness. Personal trainer Sebastian van der Kroft advises against crash dieting and inste...
Cyclist Dylan Groenewegen injured in collision with motorcycle
Dutch cyclist Dylan Groenewegen suffered a rib muscle tear after being struck by a motorcycle during a training session near Uithoorn. The rider is currently recovering and remains uncertain about how...
Pamela Anderson was told she had ten years to live after hepatitis diagnosis
Pamela Anderson revealed she was once given a ten-year life expectancy after being diagnosed with hepatitis C. The actress has since recovered from the virus and is working to destigmatize the conditi...
More victims come forward to Sexual Assault Center: "I can tell my story here"
The Sexual Assault Center in Amsterdam has helped over 800 victims since opening its first physical location in late 2024. A new report confirms the facility's effectiveness in providing multi-discipl...
Jessie J takes a break from social media: 'Diving into my real world'
Singer Jessie J is stepping back from social media to prioritize her health and family following a difficult two years that included a cancer diagnosis and a cross-continental move. The artist plans t...
From failed experiments to a global hit: how the Satisfyer emerged from a Bavarian basement
The French comedy Pour le plaisir claims that a French engineer invented the Satisfyer, but the device was actually created by German engineer Michael Lenke. Lenke developed the popular air-pulse vibr...
Ajax players still lack the fitness expected of a professional
Antibiotic use in Dutch livestock farming drops again
The Dutch government has established a new agreement with the veal industry to reduce the number of high-antibiotic-use farms by 50 percent by 2032. This move aims to build on a 77.2 percent reduction...
Talking about suicide can save a life
During the week of September 7, a national campaign is being held in the Netherlands to raise awareness about suicide prevention. The initiative includes various events, activities, and organized morn...
Ms. Loeters is almost certain she has breast cancer: until Dr. Rutger asks that one question
Mrs. Loeters feared she had breast cancer due to persistent breast pain, despite physical examinations and a mammogram showing no abnormalities. Her case shifted when she suddenly remembered an import...
WATCH LIVE | Rutte defends Covid goal to prevent healthcare overload: ‘I would do it again’
Former Prime Minister Mark Rutte defended his cabinet's Covid-19 pandemic response before a parliamentary inquiry, insisting that strict measures were essential to prevent healthcare systems from beco...
Rutte takes the stand in final corona hearings: on the Rutte method during the pandemic
Former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte is set to appear before a parliamentary committee for his second and final hearing regarding the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The investigatio...
Snapchat sued in the Netherlands: platform accused of being addictive and unsafe for children
Stichting Massaschade & Consument has filed a class-action lawsuit against Snapchat in the Netherlands, alleging the platform's features are designed to be addictive for minors. The foundation is seek...
Danish Queen Margrethe (86) hospitalized after falling ill
Former Danish Queen Margrethe has been hospitalized in Copenhagen for observation and treatment after falling ill. Her condition is stable, but she will miss the upcoming funeral of King Harald of Nor...
Not your wrinkles, but your hands reveal your true age: how to keep them ‘young’
Experts including dermatologist Griet Voet and doctors Jetske Ultee and Hannah Aerts discuss the growing popularity of hand rejuvenation treatments. The article highlights that hands are often overloo...
Niels runs two marathons (!) during Ticking Clock Challenge at Zandvoort circuit
The second annual Tikkende Klok Challenge at the Zandvoort circuit brought together one thousand runners to raise funds for Stichting PLN. Participant Niels Grote Beverborg stood out by completing two...
Aaron Bouwman out for a month with lung and sternum injury following Ruben van Bommel tackle
Ajax defender Aaron Bouwman is expected to miss a month of play after sustaining lung and sternum injuries in a collision with PSV's Ruben van Bommel during a match at the Johan Cruijff Arena. The inc...
With a photo of grandma Annie on his buoy, Muus (11) swims for ALS: ‘I don't want other people to be sad too’
Eleven-year-old Muus Bekkema participated in the Amsterdam Junior Swim to raise money for ALS research in memory of her grandmother. The event saw a record-breaking turnout, raising over 3 million eur...
Sofa fire in Buikslotermeer home, one injured
A fire sparked by a sofa in an Amsterdam-Noord residence left one person injured after they suffered smoke inhalation. Emergency crews transported the victim to the hospital, and an investigation into...
Tap water in and around Elzenhagensingel possibly contaminated, Waternet issues boil water advisory
Waternet has issued a boil water advisory for residents in Amsterdam-Noord near Elzenhagensingel due to potential water contamination. Residents are instructed to boil all tap water for three minutes ...
Charity run: Zandvoort circuit swaps Formula 1 cars for running shoes
Around one thousand participants are racing and walking around the Zandvoort circuit to raise funds for the PLN Foundation, an organization dedicated to researching a specific hereditary heart conditi...
Haarlem's Friso (17) is the fittest teenager in the world
Seventeen-year-old Haarlem native Friso van Saase has been crowned the fittest teenager in the world after winning the CrossFit Games in America. Balancing rigorous training with his physiotherapy stu...
One in three mothers of premature babies develops PTSD, study finds
A national study reveals that one in three mothers and one in six fathers of premature babies develop PTSD following their child's intensive care unit stay. Researchers suggest that the high-stress en...
We are building new houses for yesterday's climate
New housing in the Netherlands is frequently built using outdated climate data, causing homes to become dangerously hot during increasingly common heatwaves. Experts warn that current construction reg...
Edsilia Rombley does not like alcohol: 'I almost fall asleep after one sip of sangria'
Singer Edsilia Rombley discusses her personal preferences in a recent interview, noting that she dislikes exercising and alcohol but enjoys organizing events for her friends and family. She shares tha...
Wrong toilet habits can cause health risks: ‘Never sit for longer than 3 minutes’
A gastroenterologist warns that common bathroom habits like straining or spending too much time on the toilet can lead to health issues such as hemorrhoids and prolapse. Experts advise against sitting...
This famous supermarket's pink cookie is the tastiest: 'Nice color and I taste pound cake'
Three experts conducted a blind taste test of seven different brands of 'roze koek' sold in supermarkets across the Netherlands. The panel identified one specific brand as the best, praising its textu...
More than a thousand Europeans already infected with West Nile virus
West Nile virus infections have increased rapidly across fifteen European countries, with over a thousand cases now reported. The Netherlands has confirmed nine local infections, including one death i...