Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Fred Postma (1954-2026): 'Mr. Haarlems Dagblad' and unpretentious jack-of-all-trades with a passion for sports
Fred Postma, a prominent figure in Haarlem known for his work with Haarlems Dagblad and his passion for sports, has passed away at age 71 in Southern Spain. His death occurred shortly after a diagnosi...
Wellness in the hospital with top-quality nursing care
Nurses are described as essential pillars of hospital care, providing constant support and assistance to patients whenever help is needed. The text emphasizes that nurses typically offer more time and...
Final total for 3FM Serious Request over 18.8 million euros
The 3FM Serious Request campaign raised a final total of 18,848,700 euros for the charity Spieren voor Spieren. This updated figure includes an additional 400,000 euros collected after the record-brea...
Erasmus MC opens external reporting point for ICU work culture
Erasmus MC is establishing an external reporting point for intensive care staff to anonymously share their experiences regarding the work culture. The move follows investigative reports by Dutch media...
Are supermarket reading glasses good for your eyes? Optician explains what to look for
Optician Heleen Windels explains the quality and impact of inexpensive reading glasses commonly sold in supermarkets. As aging makes reading more difficult for many, she provides guidance on what to c...
Italian threatened officers with fake hand grenade at Haarlem KFC; psychiatrist and psychologist to examine him
A 53-year-old Italian man remains in custody after threatening police with a fake hand grenade at a KFC in Haarlem on Christmas Day. He will undergo psychiatric and psychological evaluations to assess...
How is Bloemendaal tackling population aging? These are the choices for young people in the municipality
Political parties in Bloemendaal are addressing the municipality's aging population and youth needs in their programs for the upcoming March 18 elections. While no social housing has been built recent...
Yosephina works at Janskliniek via Kennemerhart, but can also work at Sint Jacob and Zorgbalans through Flexcoop when it suits her: ‘This gives me freedom and security’
Elderly care organizations Zorgbalans, Sint Jacob, and Kennemerhart have launched a collaborative staffing pool called Flexcoop to share flexible personnel. This initiative provides healthcare workers...
Mr. Wiegers doesn't have long left, but has one final wish: to see his grandson in Australia
The article addresses the challenges doctors face when patients self-diagnose using the internet instead of seeking professional medical advice. It highlights that while technology lacks a personal to...
State Secretary Bertram: municipalities may set local rules for steel slag
State Secretary Annet Bertram clarified that Dutch municipalities are permitted to establish local regulations regarding the use of steel slag. This decision follows confusion regarding national polic...
Many business parks becoming too hot and wet during extreme weather: '10 degrees hotter'
A new study reveals that business parks in the Netherlands are increasingly vulnerable to extreme heat and flooding due to a lack of greenery and excessive asphalt. These conditions, which can see tem...
Demand for nursing home beds, but seniors don't want to go
Recent research indicates that while there is a public call for more nursing home capacity in the Netherlands, some facilities are actually experiencing vacancies. This discrepancy arises because many...
Why do we find compliments so complicated?
This article explores the complex psychological and physiological effects that compliments have on the human brain and body. It examines why many individuals feel uncomfortable receiving praise and in...
Study: More PFAS in backyard eggs with larger free-range areas
A study by the citizen initiative PFASinKaart and Wageningen University has found that hobby chicken eggs contain higher levels of PFAS when the birds have access to a larger roaming area. The researc...
SP in action at Wildhoef in Bloemendaal: ‘Save healthcare’
Socialist Party members Tuur Elzinga and Sarah Dobbe held a protest at the Wildhoef care complex in Bloemendaal on Saturday. They nailed five statements to the building's door as part of a campaign to...
Isa (52) found 198 cocaine wraps belonging to her daughter. Now she wants to warn and inform others: ‘Sometimes you have to say: this far and no further’
A 52-year-old mother named Isa has launched an exhibition titled "Puinhoop" in Haarlem's former Koepelgevangenis after finding 198 cocaine envelopes belonging to her addicted daughter. Through her pho...
Real Housewife Lilian and a queue at the doll doctor at the vitality fair: All types of care within crawling distance
The Gezondheidscentrum Broekpolder in Heemskerk celebrated its 15th anniversary by hosting a vitality market to showcase its integrated healthcare services. The center provides a wide range of medical...
Is sleeping with your pet healthy? Risk of skin disease or fungus
Research from Utrecht University reveals that 18% of dogs and 30% of cats sleep in their owners' beds, despite potential health risks. Experts warn that this practice can lead to the transmission of s...
For Peter (51), conversations are more often about his motor skills than his intellectual abilities
Peter, a 51-year-old job seeker, reports that his interviews often focus on his physical mobility and appearance rather than his professional research experience. He shared with career consultant Anne...
Did you finish the City Pier City Run? Send us your medal photo!
Participants of the City Pier City-loop in The Hague are being invited to share photos of themselves with their finisher medals. The call aims to celebrate the achievements of runners who completed th...
Cyclist injured in fall on roundabout in Castricum, bystanders rush to help
A female cyclist was injured after a heavy fall at a roundabout in Castricum during the night from Saturday to Sunday. Bystanders assisted the victim until emergency services arrived at the scene on t...
Number of gyms rises by 25%: "Fits today's busy lifestyles"
The number of gyms in Amsterdam has increased by nearly 25% over the last five years, reaching 1,659 locations to accommodate residents' busy lifestyles. While the growth offers increased flexibility ...
Lucky Fonz III: 'Bit by bit my hairline is receding and my hair is thinning, making me insecure'
Dutch artist Lucky Fonz III discussed his personal insecurities regarding hair loss and his journey with mental health. Following a severe depression, he found that conscious eating and regular exerci...
Cindy Heinen from Uitgeest presents book My sister gave me new life
Cindy Heinen-Van den Oever presented her new book, 'Mijn zus gaf mij nieuw leven', at Yogastudio Kokos on Saturday. The author, who is from Uitgeest, shared her personal story about how her sister gav...
More focus on mental health and affordable youth housing in expensive hotspots? These are the choices for young people in Zandvoort
Ahead of the municipal elections on March 18, eight political parties in Zandvoort are focusing on mental health and affordable housing to retain young residents. The parties present different choices...
Listen to messages of encouragement for City-Pier-City Loop participants: ‘I’m so proud of you’
Hundreds of runners are participating in the City-Pier-City Loop in The Hague this Sunday following weeks of training. Family and friends of the participants have shared messages of encouragement and ...
Many killed in Israeli strike on medical center in Lebanon
Israeli airstrikes on a medical center in Burj Qalawiya, South Lebanon, killed at least 14 people on Saturday, according to Lebanese authorities. The victims included 12 medical staff members such as ...
Water outage in IJmond resolved, boil water advisory for Velserbroek. Wijk aan Zee pipe leak repaired
PWN technicians have repaired a burst water pipe in Wijk aan Zee, restoring water pressure to the IJmond region. As a precautionary measure, a boil water advisory has been issued for residents in Vels...
Contaminated river water pollutes clean dunes, concentrations exceed standards
River water purification in the Amsterdam Water Supply Dunes has resulted in chemical contamination of dune lakes and canals at levels exceeding legal standards. The pollution is a byproduct of the pr...
This Greek-style yogurt is the best: ‘Not too sour and nice and creamy’
Three experts conducted a blind taste test of eight Greek-style yogurt brands available in Dutch supermarkets, along with one authentic Greek version. The test evaluated the yogurts based on taste and...