Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
More bladder infections in summer: how to reduce the risk
Bladder infections occur more frequently during the summer months due to lifestyle habits like wearing wet swimwear. Urologist Piet Hoebeke explains the causes of this seasonal increase and offers adv...
Courtney Love had serious health issues in 2019: I almost died
Singer Courtney Love recently revealed that she suffered from severe health complications in 2019 following her move from Los Angeles to London. She stated that doctors told her she was near death dur...
Long-awaited rain is far from enough
Recent rainfall has provided slight relief from weeks of drought for nature and agriculture in the North Holland region. However, forester Jocelyn de Kwant notes that this precipitation is insufficien...
Don't want to drink alcohol but still want to toast? These are this summer's best non-alcoholic drinks
As the demand for non-alcoholic beverages grows, the market is expanding with diverse options such as sparkling tea, alcohol-free wine, and mocktails. Experts are highlighting these sophisticated alte...
Financial controller Bernd exposed at 8:30 AM meeting: he drinks 8 glasses a night
Bernd, a financial controller, was discovered to have a severe alcohol problem after appearing intoxicated during an early morning team meeting. Following the incident, he was sent home, where he is c...
Tielen’s quarter-hour: Junior minister calls on families to practice language every day
State Secretary for Education Judith Tielen has issued a national call for parents and grandparents to dedicate 15 minutes daily to language practice with children. This initiative comes in response t...
Dreaming, building and surviving: three North Holland clubs kick off in the second division
Three Dutch amateur football clubs, AFC Amsterdam, Koninklijke HFC, and RKAV Volendam, are preparing for the start of their new season in the second division. The coaches of these teams are focusing o...
Fewer mosquitoes due to dry summer: good for us, not for swifts and bats
The ongoing dry summer in Amsterdam is causing local pools to dry up, resulting in a significant decrease in the mosquito population. City ecologist Geert Timmermans warns that while this benefits res...
This 'chief heat officer' must guide Amsterdam through increasingly hot summers
Amsterdam has appointed a 'chief heat officer' to help the city navigate increasingly hot summers. This official is tasked with implementing measures to protect vulnerable residents during heatwaves a...
Actress Nazmiye Oral: ‘Never thought 57 would feel like this’
Actress Nazmiye Oral discusses her personal perspectives on aging and her daily routines, including meditation and fitness, in an interview with the magazine Mezza. She reflects on the challenges of g...
Making rain clouds? These researchers think you can do it yourself: ‘We can save lives’
Researchers in Friesland are investigating whether they can artificially create clouds to combat drought and support agriculture. If successful, this technology could offer a significant solution to d...
Robbie Williams has autism: 'I'm actually fucking happy with that'
Singer Robbie Williams has revealed that he has been diagnosed with autism, adding to his previous disclosures about ADHD, Tourette syndrome, and mental health struggles. The 52-year-old artist stated...
Heart surgery of Met De Vlam In De Pijp singer Henk Wijngaard successful
Singer Henk Wijngaard has successfully undergone heart surgery. He is currently recovering in the intensive care unit of the Isala Hospital in Zwolle.
Handbike of actor Daan Buringa stolen: "I can do much less in a day now"
Actor Daan Buringa, who lives in Amsterdam, recently had his custom-made handbike stolen outside a local restaurant. The theft significantly impacts his mobility and professional activities, and he ex...
Axl Rose struggles to perform due to jaw condition: 'A challenge'
Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose revealed that he is struggling to perform due to a jaw joint condition. Following a recent medical procedure, the singer has lost sensation in the left side of his mout...
Don't sleep naked, and other tips for getting through hot nights
As temperatures rise, many people are struggling to get a good night's sleep. Sleep experts provide several tips to help improve sleep quality during these hot nights.
Children seem much taller after the summer: is it an illusion or did they really grow?
After the summer holidays, children often appear significantly taller to parents and teachers. Experts explain whether this phenomenon is a result of optical illusion or if children truly experience a...
Paul Vugts and Wouter Laumans on problems with confused individuals: Someone who snaps like that is extremely dangerous
Handbike of Parool columnist Daan Buringa stolen at café on the Ringdijk: 'Without that handbike I can't go anywhere'
Mosquito bite that won't stop itching? Look out for these signs to see a doctor
Medical experts explain why bodily reactions to mosquito bites vary in intensity and offer advice on effective treatments for itching. The article provides insights from a dermatologist and an interni...
Eric gets Haarlem residents with a 'stuttering brain' moving
Care worker Eric Sterenberg leads weekly exercise sessions for people with dementia in Haarlem to help maintain physical health and cognitive function. Sterenberg, who is seeking volunteers to assist ...
BTS singer V struggles with hearing loss: 'Right ear is at 30 percent'
BTS singer V revealed during a livestream that he has been suffering from hearing loss in his right ear for the past two and a half years. The thirty-year-old artist noted that his hearing capacity in...
OLVG: No major increase in reports of eye damage after eclipse so far
The OLVG hospital in Amsterdam has not yet seen a significant increase in patients reporting eye damage following the recent solar eclipse. While there is no current surge in emergency visits, ophthal...
Eclipse glasses become a hot topic online: ‘My ego told me I didn’t need them, but now I’m blind’
Fire department rescues man from water at Prins Hendrikkade, victim taken to hospital
Ditch water is banned, tap water is allowed: these are the consequences of the sprinkling ban
Starting Friday, the Amstel, Gooi and Vecht water board has implemented a daytime ban on using surface water for garden irrigation due to persistent drought. The measure aims to preserve water levels,...
More than twice as many gyms in Haarlem, but fewer people exercising enough
The number of gyms in Haarlem has more than doubled since 2017, reaching a total of 242 locations. Despite this growth, data indicates a slight decline in the percentage of residents who meet physical...
Eclipse glasses frenzy: ‘A bit expensive’, higher risk of eye injury for children during eclipse
Documentary The Desert of the Real depicts what psychosis looks like: ‘It’s not an interesting spiritual trip’
