Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Dementia costs society tens of billions according to research
A study conducted by health economist Robbert Huijsman for Alzheimer Nederland estimates that the societal costs of dementia in the Netherlands reached 31.8 billion euros last year. This analysis incl...
Singer Maluma struggled with panic attacks: 'Changed my life'
Colombian singer Maluma revealed during an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show that he suffered from panic attacks in late 2024. He described the experience as life-changing during the interview.
Pickleball takes over Haarlem, popular with disabled athletes: ‘It’s accessible’
Pickleball is gaining popularity in Haarlem and across the Netherlands as an accessible alternative to tennis and padel. Bernadette Snijders Blok, chairperson of Pickleball Holland, notes that the spo...
Overveen water treatment plant to reopen in a few years as water conservation trend stalls
PWN is set to reactivate its historic drinking water purification site in Overveen within a few years to address stagnating water conservation trends. The facility, which originally opened in 1898 to ...
Drug 3-MMC is almost never what it seems, Trimbos Institute finds
The Trimbos Institute reports that drugs sold as 3-MMC in the Netherlands rarely contain the actual substance. Data from the Drugs Information and Monitoring System reveals that only 3 percent of samp...
Trade associations ignore Castricum's request to ask members to stop using weed killer
The branch organizations LTO Noord and KAVB have refused a request from the municipality of Castricum to ask their members to stop using the herbicide glyphosate. The local government made the request...
Will it be another hot summer and why (not)? And four more questions about the heat
The Netherlands recently experienced record-breaking temperatures, with May 26 being the hottest ever recorded at 31.2 degrees Celsius. While temperatures are expected to cool temporarily, meteorologi...
Floortje (44) never felt at home in the ‘normal’ dance world — until she taught seniors to dance: ‘Now I can make a difference with something I’m good at’
No needles, but light and sound: these are the latest techniques for more beautiful skin
Dr. Marguerite van Randwijck examines modern cosmetic techniques that use light and sound energy rather than needles to enhance skin appearance. This guide details how laser and energy-based treatment...
From the canals to the Arctic Circle: these Amsterdammers are doing it in 40 days
Siem Pontman and Antoni Zografos from Amsterdam will cycle 4,000 kilometers to the North Cape in Norway this summer. Their 40-day journey aims to raise awareness and funds for the charity Parkinson Ne...
Harrie's sister's garden shed completely burned down: "Damage doesn't matter, as long as she's okay"
A garden house at the Nieuwe Levenskracht allotment park in Amsterdam was destroyed by a fire and suspected gas explosion on Wednesday evening. The female resident sustained burn injuries and was hosp...
Trauma helicopter dispatched for injured fat biker in Beverwijk
A fatbike rider was injured in a suspected single-vehicle accident on Tuesday afternoon in Beverwijk. Emergency services, including a trauma helicopter, were dispatched to the scene on the Westerhoutw...
Verstegen mild paprika powder 'tops the list' for banned pesticides; toxins also found in rice and tea bags
A Foodwatch report reveals that consumers are frequently exposed to banned pesticides found in common products like rice, tea, and spices. Verstegen's mild paprika powder was highlighted as containing...
What is the best way to care for your face?
This article discusses the challenges of choosing from a vast array of skincare products designed to delay aging and prevent wrinkles. It highlights the common goal of maintaining a youthful appearanc...
Great barbecue weather: how to do it safely and why you should never use methylated spirits
Following serious barbecue accidents in Purmerend and Breda, the fire department and the Dutch Burn Foundation are providing safety advice for outdoor cooking. Experts emphasize the danger of using me...
State: Corné H.'s placement in TBS clinic depends on Vught case
Corné H., convicted for a hostage situation in Ede, remains on a waiting list for a TBS clinic placement despite being at the top of the queue. Although he has been waiting for nearly 1.5 years, his ...
How do we get young men out of the manosphere? This is the key
Psychologist Thijs Launspach examines the attraction young men feel toward the "manosphere," an online environment promoting male dominance and female submissiveness. He explains the psychological fac...
Parliamentary inquiry begins: How are these loud voices from the COVID protests doing now?
The Dutch parliamentary inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic is set to begin public hearings this week to examine the government's handling of the crisis. In light of the investigation, the article prov...
Media: Fatalities after train and school bus collision in Flanders
Multiple people have died following a collision between a train and a school bus in Buggenhout, Flanders. While fatalities have been confirmed by local media outlets, specific details regarding the ci...
RIVM warns of high ozone concentrations
The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has issued a warning regarding high ozone concentrations and smog across parts of the Netherlands. Sensitive individuals, such...
Rijkswaterstaat activates heat protocol
Rijkswaterstaat activated a heat protocol across most of the Netherlands on Tuesday as temperatures are forecast to reach 33 degrees Celsius. The protocol ensures that motorists who break down on high...
Slept poorly due to the heat? Tips for surviving the next sticky night
As temperatures reach 32 degrees Celsius, experts are providing advice on how to sleep through the upcoming warm nights. Sleep expert Talja Lambert suggests avoiding cold showers before bed to help th...
Danish Queen Margrethe (86) hospitalized again
Queen Margrethe of Denmark has been readmitted to Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen for treatment of a large blood accumulation around her hip. The condition was discovered during a CT scan and is attribut...
Municipality slower to intervene against homeless tents
The city of Amsterdam is taking longer to clear homeless tents as it implements a new policy that prioritizes social care assessments and health services over immediate eviction. This approach targets...
Municipality less likely to intervene over homeless tents
The municipality of Amsterdam is taking longer to remove improvised tents used by homeless people, many of whom are labor migrants from Eastern Europe. New protocols require officials to prioritize ca...
Apologies for casual clothes in court, but judge more concerned about alcohol and cocaine DUI after day in Zandvoort
A man from Noordwijk appeared in court for driving under the influence of alcohol and cocaine following a visit to Zandvoort. While the defendant apologized for his casual attire, the judge emphasized...
Fund: Municipal absenteeism highest in over 20 years
Absenteeism among personnel at Dutch municipalities rose to 7.1 percent last year, the highest level in over twenty years. The figures were reported by A&O fonds Gemeenten, which tracks employment dat...
Mental health sector: 7,750 rental homes per year for people with mental health issues
The Dutch mental healthcare association (de Nederlandse ggz) reports that at least 7,750 social housing units are needed annually for individuals with mental health issues. These homes are specificall...
Serious scooter accident on bike path next to Zeeweg in Overveen, driver arrested
A serious collision between two scooters occurred on Monday evening on a bicycle path along the Zeeweg in Overveen. Emergency services responded to provide medical assistance to those involved, and on...
Spanish Hondius passenger tests positive for hantavirus
A Spanish person aboard the Dutch cruise ship m/v Hondius has tested positive for the hantavirus. The case was confirmed and reported by the Spanish Ministry of Health on Monday.