Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Number of over-85s in Haarlem to nearly double — are there enough adapted homes?
The number of households in Haarlem with at least one person aged 85 or older is projected to nearly double from 2,500 to 4,700 by the year 2040. While this aging trend is less severe than in similar ...
Girl on fatbike hospitalized after collision at Haarlem roundabout
A girl was taken to the hospital on Wednesday evening following a collision between her fatbike and a car in Haarlem. The accident occurred at a roundabout at the intersection of Zuiderzeelaan and Eur...
Caregiver consultant Pauline helps residents of Castricum and Uitgeest through the red tape
Consultant Pauline Landwehr Johann is assisting caregivers in Castricum and Uitgeest by helping them navigate the care system and find appropriate resources for their loved ones. Following an initial ...
Vitamins are popular but not always harmless: toxicologist discusses risks
Toxicologist Jan Tytgat provides an overview of the effectiveness and risks associated with popular vitamin supplements like magnesium and vitamin K. He cautions that while these products are often us...
No dangerous levels detected in smoke in parts of South Holland
Smoke from a wildfire near 't Harde drifted over parts of South Holland, including Leiden, Alphen aan den Rijn, and Gouda, on Wednesday. Local safety authorities conducted air quality measurements and...
Marco Borsato hospitalized for five days after cycling accident
Dutch singer Marco Borsato was hospitalized for five days following a bicycle accident that occurred two weeks ago. He is currently recovering at home, though his full rehabilitation is expected to ta...
Sick domestic worker wrongfully denied pay: we've known for years but do nothing
A 2024 study by Utrecht University sociologist David de Kort reveals that approximately 90% of Dutch households fail to pay domestic workers during illness. Despite this being a legal requirement sinc...
Smoke from 't Harde wildfire seen and smelled in Amsterdam
Smoke from a large wildfire at a military training ground in 't Harde has reached Amsterdam, carried by the wind. Local emergency services report receiving numerous calls from residents who can see an...
VVD MP Harry Bevers takes temporary leave due to acute leukemia
Dutch VVD Member of Parliament Harry Bevers is temporarily stepping down from his duties after being diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia. The party announced the diagnosis on Wednesday, noting that ...
Jehovah’s Witnesses now allowed to use their own blood in medical procedures. Is it of any use to them?
Jehovah's Witnesses have updated their policy to allow members to store and use their own blood for planned medical procedures, a shift from their previous total ban on blood transfusions. The change ...
Marathon will no longer return to the city center
The Amsterdam Marathon will not return to the city center after a safety study by local authorities concluded the area is too vulnerable for 45,000 participants. While organizers hoped to route the ra...
Lars (16) and Julia (18) dropped out like 70,000 others: bullying, fear of failure and large classes drive children out of school
Approximately 70,000 children and young people in the Netherlands drop out of school annually due to issues like bullying, anxiety, and large class sizes. Despite being a long-standing problem, a solu...
Better to catch it early: these 10 warning signs could point to cancer
Oncologists in the Netherlands are urging the public to take potential cancer warning signs seriously and consult a general practitioner without hesitation. Early detection remains crucial as cancer i...
Simon Russell Beale forced to stop acting due to bowel cancer
British actor Simon Russell Beale has been diagnosed with colon cancer. As a result, he stepped away from his professional work last September.
Man rescued from water at the Nieuwe Gracht in Haarlem
A man was rescued from the water at the Nieuwe Gracht in Haarlem during the night of Tuesday to Wednesday. The cause of how he ended up in the water remains unknown.
Actor Sam Neill declared cancer-free after successful treatment: 'Very happy'
Actor Sam Neill has been declared cancer-free following a successful course of immunotherapy for blood cancer. The 78-year-old actor transitioned to this treatment after chemotherapy proved ineffectiv...
UNICEF: loss of thousands of female teachers in Afghanistan
A UNICEF analysis warns that Afghanistan could lose up to 20,000 female teachers and 5,400 healthcare workers by 2030 if current restrictions on girls' education and women's employment persist. This s...
Kelly (41) fought for years to conceive but never had a child: ‘My worst nightmare is reality’
In her new book, 41-year-old Kelly van Goens shares her personal struggle with involuntary childlessness after years of trying to conceive. She reflects on the emotional impact of her unfulfilled desi...
ChipSoft: All data stolen by hackers destroyed
Software supplier ChipSoft has confirmed that patient data stolen during a recent cyberattack has been destroyed and was never published online. The company shared this update in an official statement...
Dyslexic thinking is not a disorder but a talent
The article challenges the traditional view of dyslexia as a learning disability, suggesting it should be viewed as a talent rather than just a struggle with reading and writing. It notes that online ...
Parking garage at Spaarne Gasthuis in Hoofddorp cordoned off due to person in distress
Police cordoned off the parking garage at the Spaarne Gasthuis in Hoofddorp on Tuesday evening to assist a person in need. Emergency services were deployed to the scene after reports indicated a perso...
Shocking footage of brawl at Amsterdam Central on King's Day: man remains motionless
During King's Day celebrations, a violent altercation occurred at Amsterdam Central Station, leaving a man motionless on the platform after he was struck and hit his head. Footage of the incident has ...
Why hasn't this gone viral yet? Joeri’s videos are works of art
Joeri Veul, a 30-year-old from Amsterdam, transitioned from BMX racing to creating artistic cookbooks and stop-motion videos after suffering a brain hemorrhage. His detailed production process involve...
Car crashes into tree on N232 in Vijfhuizen, occupants hospitalized
A driver lost control of their vehicle and crashed into a tree on the Schipholweg (N232) in Vijfhuizen on Tuesday afternoon. The occupants of the car were transported to the hospital for treatment fol...
Police shoot again in incident involving erratic behavior
Police in Hilversum shot an individual exhibiting "confused behavior" during a recent incident. The person involved was subsequently transported to the hospital by ambulance for medical attention.
Strange mole? Do the ABCDE check: ‘Benign spots are usually uniform’
The article outlines the ABCDE check for identifying suspicious moles and advises on when to consult a doctor regarding skin changes. It explains that while most spots are benign, significant changes ...
A full month without social media: this is what it gets you
Many people in the Netherlands are participating in 'Social-free May' by taking a month-long break from platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Psychologist Thijs Launspach supports the initiative, highl...
More reports of online abuse images created by children themselves
The Dutch expertise center Offlimits reports a disturbing increase in online abuse images created by minors themselves. This trend was highlighted in the organization's latest annual report on online ...
Hillegom aims to ease pressure on youth care: fewer intensive referrals, earlier detection
The municipality of Hillegom is implementing a new plan to reform its youth care system by focusing on providing support closer to home. The initiative aims to reduce the reliance on specialized care ...
Woman (44) hits husband with deodorant can. Assault in bedroom after argument over excessive drinking
A 44-year-old woman assaulted her husband with a deodorant can in their bedroom following a dispute over his excessive alcohol consumption. This incident was featured as part of a weekly series that e...