Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Kim Lammers on the success of school football: 'Suddenly children are faced with something like performing under pressure'
Former athlete Kim Lammers discusses the significance of the Koningsspelen and school football in the Netherlands. While these events aim to encourage children to stay active, they also introduce them...
How to prevent a hangover on King's Day: skip the greasy food, drink water
King's Day celebrations in the Netherlands often lead to alcohol consumption and subsequent hangovers for participants. This article provides practical tips to prevent or mitigate these symptoms, such...
Aaltje and Elias raise enough money for an AED in their street with help from neighbor Paulien: 'We are moved that we succeeded'
Residents in Velserbroek successfully raised funds through a local initiative to install an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on Swoerkamp street. The project aims to provide critical medical ass...
Care center calls police: Marieke only allowed to visit mother twice a week
Staff at a care center in Nieuw-Vennep called the police after a woman refused to leave her mother’s side following newly restricted visiting hours. The care provider, Cordaan, limited her access to...
Iranian students falling through the cracks due to Middle East war: "It's about survival"
Iranian international students in the Netherlands are facing severe financial distress and mental health challenges as the Middle East conflict disrupts money transfers from their home country. While ...
Haarlem construction workers have ‘insufficient knowledge’ of rat infestations, says VVD: ‘Major problem’
VVD councilors in Haarlem claim that homeowners receive inadequate information about rat prevention from builders during home renovations. Despite calls from council members Dennis Kornet and Ruben Te...
House full of stuff: why hoarders really can't throw anything away
The article explores hoarding disorder, a condition characterized by an extreme inability to discard possessions and persistent urges to acquire new items. It examines the psychological origins of thi...
Smoke-free beach zones introduced with a friendly approach: ‘Smoking next to families with children caused irritation’
Venti Beach has introduced a smoke-free zone on its terrace to reduce irritation among families and protect the environment from cigarette litter. The pavilion uses a friendly approach to encourage th...
Dedicated senator involved until the end: voted for asylum laws on Tuesday
CDA Senator Greet Prins has passed away at the age of 72 after suffering from the muscle disease ALS. Despite her illness, she remained dedicated to her work in the Dutch Senate and participated in le...
Lessons for the new board: how can youth care be improved?
As Amsterdam prepares for a new city administration, youth care advocate Jason Bhugwandass and professional Iris Vos are calling for a shift towards quality-driven care and increased support for small...
'Will talking about it make the violence worse?' Mosque opens doors for discussion on domestic violence and femicide
The Turkish HDV Selimiye Mosque in Haarlem has opened discussions regarding domestic violence and femicide to support women within the community. Senay Copur, the new chairperson of the mosque's women...
'Your favorite music is the best medicine.' Researcher Jetske Stoop explains how it works to children at Expedition NEXT
Researcher Jetske Stoop visited Pancratius primary school to demonstrate how favorite music can function as medicine. The session served as a preview for the science festival Expeditie NEXT, which is ...
Does your urine smell after eating asparagus? Urologist explains why
Urologist Piet Hoebeke explains the biological reasons why urine often develops a distinct and unpleasant odor after consuming white asparagus. He addresses the specific compounds in the vegetable tha...
No hay fever cure for now, but better nasal spray technique can help many
While a cure for hay fever remains unavailable, the number of sufferers in the Netherlands continues to grow. Experts emphasize that proper nasal spray application techniques can significantly help ma...
Provincial councillor leaves party and remains absent for months
North Holland provincial representative Maik de Weerdt has been absent from legislative meetings for months since leaving the Volt party to form his own faction in December 2025. Despite missing appro...
After birth doulas, end-of-life and grief doulas emerge: Westerners are not raised with the principle that death is part of life
Following the popularity of birth doulas, a new wave of end-of-life and grief doulas is emerging to provide support during the dying process and bereavement. Three doulas explain their specialized rol...
After her father's death, Kim became a death doula: ‘In this controllable society, we avoid the subject of dying’
Kim Oostveen, an Amsterdam-based end-of-life doula, supports individuals across North Holland as they navigate the end of their lives. Inspired by her father's passing, she transitioned from healthcar...
Ingeborg supports people in the final stages of life: 'Some reveal their deepest secrets. People who won’t get better have a lot to tell'
Ingeborg Robijn, a 49-year-old end-of-life doula based in Hilversum, provides support to individuals during their final phase of life. She transitioned from a career as a civil servant to help people ...
Cigarette butt picker Erik keeps the streets of Haarlem clean
Erik, a retiree in Haarlem, voluntarily cleans up cigarette butts to protect the environment and keep local streets and playgrounds clean. While Dutch municipalities call for the tobacco industry to c...
She’s rid of pregnancy vomiting, but Lisanne van Sadelhoff is still gagging at home
Lisanne van Sadelhoff describes the challenge of dealing with a dead mouse trapped in her home's structure while pregnant. Despite her recovery from pregnancy-related nausea, her heightened sense of s...
Cheers, Majesty: six drink tips for an extra festive orange feeling
Experts recommend six orange-themed drink options to celebrate King's Day and King's Night on April 27 in the Netherlands. The selection includes classics, new arrivals, and non-alcoholic choices for ...
Man stabbed in hand during carjacking on Postjesweg
A motorist was carjacked and stabbed in the hand with a sharp object on Postjesweg this afternoon. The victim did not require hospitalization and remained conscious while police launched a search for ...
Doctor and influencer Carlijn van Leeuwen, daughter of presenter Bert, has MS
Carlijn van Leeuwen, an influencer and daughter of Dutch TV presenter Bert van Leeuwen, has announced that she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis five months ago. She shared the news on social medi...
Girl injured in collision with tram at Belgiëplein
A young teenage girl was injured this afternoon after being struck by a tram while crossing the tracks at Belgiëplein in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. She was transported to the hospital with a head injury w...
Cyclist seriously injured in fall in Haarlem, air ambulance at the scene
An elderly cyclist was seriously injured on Saturday afternoon after falling on the Nieuweweg in Haarlem. The woman was reportedly startled by a passing horse, leading to the dispatch of a trauma heli...
For a quick and honest meal, Jetties is the place to be (7+)
Jetties has been a well-known establishment in Haarlem for over fifteen years, specializing in organic and sustainable food. This article marks the first time the restaurant has been visited and revie...
Police: Body in water at Veemkade is 37-year-old man who jumped from ferry
The body of a 37-year-old man was recovered from the IJ river along the Veemkade in Amsterdam on Friday morning, two days after he jumped from a ferry. Police, who conducted an extensive search follow...
Discover your inner Máxima: Choose ‘wow-sleeves’ and colors that clash a little
Queen Máxima is recognized as the Netherlands' leading style icon for her ability to command attention through both simple and bold fashion choices. Royalty editor Josine Droogendijk provides tips on...
Haarlem’s Kian Macnack (23) dreams of pain-free jumping after year of setbacks in Ghent to work with father Hein at Oranje again
23-year-old Haarlem volleyball player Kian Macnack is working to recover from a persistent knee injury that sidelined him for much of the 2025-2026 season. After a difficult year following his transfe...
Musical star Antje Monteiro struggled with panic attacks: 'Oxazepam in my bag'
Dutch musical star Antje Monteiro revealed in a recent interview that she has struggled with panic attacks since her childhood. She believes the condition may be a result of being bullied during her s...