Health News in English
Latest health headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
We can do something to prevent dementia: lifestyle changes can have a major impact
Recent Dutch research suggests that addressing seven lifestyle and social factors, particularly loneliness, could potentially reduce dementia cases in the Netherlands by over thirty percent. Experts a...
Why tutoring isn't always necessary and can be much cheaper
As the new school year begins, many parents in the Netherlands are turning to tutoring and homework assistance for their children. The number of service providers has doubled in a decade, raising ques...
Record number of healthcare vacancies: labor market shortage remains severe
The Netherlands is facing a severe labor market crisis driven by record vacancies in healthcare and construction, exacerbated by an aging population and high absenteeism. Experts argue that overcoming...
NVWA: squishy dumplings, which were pulled from shelves en masse, are not dangerous for children after all
The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) has determined that squishy dumpling toys are safe for children despite concerns over a strong chemical odor. Lab testing revealed that the ...
Over half of adults in Haarlem exercise weekly, significantly more than in comparable municipalities
Data from the new VitIndex system shows that 66 percent of adults in Haarlem exercise weekly, which is a higher rate than in similar Dutch municipalities. Additionally, more than half of the city's ad...
Balans takes legal action against the State over the problem of school absenteeism: "More appropriate education needed"
The parents' association Balans is taking the Dutch State to court, arguing that the government has failed to guarantee the right to education for children who are currently falling out of the school ...
Employees increasingly dropping out due to stress-related complaints
Data from ArboNed and HumanCapitalCare shows a 12 percent rise in stress-related absenteeism among Dutch employees over the last year. Long-term absences represent the bulk of the issue, with stress-r...
Sports party for children at Cruyff Foundation open day: "Also for kids like me, in a wheelchair"
The Johan Cruyff Foundation hosted its 26th annual open day at the Olympic Stadium in Amsterdam, allowing over 1,300 children to try thirty different sports. The event focuses on inclusivity, ensuring...
Number of nuisance reports involving confused persons in Haarlem has been rising since 2023
The number of nuisance reports involving confused persons in Haarlem has risen steadily since 2023, reaching 1,491 incidents in the first eight months of 2024. National police figures show a similar u...
Singer Michael Kiwanuka forced to cancel summer shows due to brain hemorrhage
Singer Michael Kiwanuka cancelled his summer tour dates in the United States and Europe after suffering a serious brain hemorrhage. He is currently undergoing a long rehabilitation process and remains...
Man claiming tinnitus from MRI at UMC Utrecht loses court case
An Amsterdam man has lost a court case against UMC Utrecht in which he sought information and facility access to prove the hospital caused his tinnitus during an MRI scan. The court denied all his req...
Uterus appears to move constantly, and that says a lot about the chance of pregnancy
Researchers led by gynecologist Dick Schoot have discovered that the uterus is a dynamic organ that exhibits wave-like movements. These movements provide significant insights into uterine health and c...
Lionel Richie undergoes procedure for heart arrhythmia
Singer Lionel Richie has undergone an ablation procedure to address a heart arrhythmia. He is currently resting and has cancelled three upcoming concert dates, though he is expected to return to the s...
Amsterdam wants to pilot medication for crack users: "Government must grant permission"
Mayors of the four largest Dutch cities have requested government approval to use dexamphetamine as a medical treatment for crack cocaine addiction. Researchers aim to launch a pilot program in Amster...
Not fit after your holiday? Personal trainer advises: 'Train less, but more often for shorter periods'
Personal trainer Sebastian van der Kroft shares tips on how to regain fitness after the holidays. He recommends training for shorter durations but more frequently to effectively improve physical condi...
National exercise challenge gets Haarlem residents moving: "The oldest is 96!"
Haarlem residents recently gathered at the Wilsonsplein playground to celebrate a nationwide exercise day, reflecting a regular community-led initiative held twice a week. The event drew sixty partici...
Actress Hayden Panettiere died from combination of drugs and medication
Actress Hayden Panettiere died at the age of 36 on August 16 due to an accidental combination of fentanyl and other medications. Known for her roles in Heroes, Nashville, and the Scream film franchise...
PFAS in Amsterdam's drinking water mainly comes from polluted Rhine: ‘The solution lies largely in Germany’
Amsterdam's drinking water contains PFAS levels exceeding recommended safety guidelines. Research indicates that the majority of these chemicals originate from the Rhine river before it enters the Net...
Ajax player Kasper Dolberg sidelined for extended period due to injury with Danish national team
Ajax player Kasper Dolberg will be sidelined for an extended period following an injury sustained while playing for the Danish national team. Consequently, his club teammate Anton Gaaei has been calle...
World Cup visitors bombarded with fast food and drink advertisements
A study found that unhealthy food and drink brands dominated advertising during the World Cup, appearing in over 70 percent of all visible branding throughout the live matches. These advertisements we...
Death of Cindy Crawford's son investigated as possible overdose
The son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, Presley Gerber, has died, with authorities in Santa Monica investigating the death as a potential drug overdose. Gerber, a successful model who had previous...
Health Council advises against structural 13-week ultrasound
The Health Council of the Netherlands has advised against the structural implementation of the 13-week ultrasound, citing high rates of false positives and missed abnormalities. Despite this recommend...
Health Council advises against structural 13-week ultrasound
The Health Council of the Netherlands has advised against permanently implementing the 13-week prenatal ultrasound due to high rates of false positives and missed diagnoses. Although the screening wil...
Neighborhood protest in Sloten against shelter, but decision is final: "Duty to provide these people a place"
Residents in Amsterdam-Sloten held a protest against the city's decision to open a new 24-hour care facility for people with psychological needs on Ditlaar. Alderman Zita Pels stated that the plan is ...
Amsterdam tap water contains more than twice the PFAS recommended by RIVM
Recent analysis by Greenpeace shows that PFAS levels in tap water across parts of the western Netherlands exceed the RIVM health advisory limit of 4.4 nanograms per liter. Although these measurements ...
Privacy regulator: filming people with smart glasses is almost never allowed
The Dutch privacy regulator has cautioned that filming people with smart glasses is mostly illegal under GDPR laws, as bystanders have a right to privacy. The authority advises institutions like hospi...
North Holland tap water contains far too much PFAS, Zaanstad leads the Netherlands
A Greenpeace report indicates that 95 percent of North Holland's tap water exceeds the strict health guidelines set by the RIVM for PFAS concentrations. While experts confirm the water remains safe an...
Paulien Cornelisse opens up about her illness on De slimste mens: 'I don't want a wig'
Paulien Cornelisse revealed on the show De slimste mens that she underwent chemotherapy for cancer, which caused her to lose her hair. She chose to wear hats throughout the filming process rather than...
Healthcare authority warns of impending shortage of intensive youth care in Amsterdam and puts Levvel and municipality on notice
The Dutch Healthcare Authority has issued a formal warning to Amsterdam and care provider Levvel over a severe shortage of residential youth care services caused by a sudden entry freeze. The municipa...
Minister confirms: hospitals to perform late-term abortions
Dutch Minister of Public Health Sophie Hermans confirmed that several hospitals in the Netherlands will begin performing more late-term abortions for pregnancies between 22 and 24 weeks. The initiativ...