Public health and care system updates: hospitals, GPs, outbreaks, insurance, access.
Feb 7, 2026
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4 min read
Smoking remains the leading preventable cause, responsible for more than 23 percent of cancer cases.
Health
Feb 6, 2026
3 min read
Research shows shortage of public toilets in the Netherlands is keeping people with chronic conditions housebound, as foundation calls situation "unacceptable"
Community
Jan 30, 2026
Scabies infections have quadrupled since 2020, spreading from students to daycares and nursing homes.
Jan 26, 2026
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A Frisian dairy cow has tested positive for bird flu antibodies in the first known case in European cattle, while more than 1.6 million poultry have been culled since October.
Environment
Jan 14, 2026
Netherlands expands the reimbursed stop smoking support from one to three programmes per year, so people can restart faster after a relapse with coaching and prescribed aids.
Dec 27, 2025
With a nationwide ban coming next year, doctors expect a hazardous “last hurrah” and prepare for a flood of fireworks injuries.
Dec 24, 2025
Cheapest dental add-ons cost 73% more than in 2016, while coverage for routine care has declined.
Dec 23, 2025
New Dutch overviews based on NVWA data compare how many different residues are found on popular produce.
Dec 17, 2025
After record flu pressure in England, Dutch experts brace for similar impact at home.
Dec 8, 2025
Dutch pharmacists and minister warn that banning “collegial delivery” could leave patients without essential treatments.
Dec 5, 2025
6 min read
Experts warn the Asian tiger mosquito is spreading faster, bringing a future risk of tropical diseases.
Dec 2, 2025
Inspectorate finds many providers still refuse treatment to people without insurance, uninsured migrants, homeless people and undocumented residents are most affected.
Nov 11, 2025
Despite broad availability, many vulnerable women face barriers to timely and adequate pregnancy support in certain regions.
Nov 6, 2025
Health institute launches new review of Wegovy and Mounjaro weight-loss medications after previously rejecting including them in the insurance coverage.
Nov 5, 2025
Government cancels plan to lower yearly health costs after experts warn it would make monthly insurance payments go up instead.
Economy
Nov 3, 2025
Enterococci bacteria found in reservoir calls for strict safety measures, coffee machines offline and residents are urged to boil water as testing continues.
Breaking
Oct 31, 2025
Netherlands is preparing hospitals and military medical systems for potential wartime casualties as European security concerns grow.
Oct 14, 2025
About 3.33 million adults, especially many aged 18–25, haven’t recorded a choice under the 2020 opt-out law and are registered as “no objection” to donation.
Legal
Sep 11, 2025
2 min read
The city backs Amsterdam’s call and UMCG says it is ready to help, but care can start only if the cabinet authorises medical evacuations and visas.
Sep 4, 2025
How to register with a huisarts (GP), what to expect at appointments, after-hours care, and what to do if practices are full.
Guides
Jul 30, 2025
Over 60% of city residents exceed recommended alcohol limits, placing Groningen among the top three provinces for unhealthy consumption.
Jul 15, 2025
With nearly 200,000 residents lacking a general practitioner (GP) and thousands more struggling for access, health officials warn of growing risks and call for immediate action.
Jun 24, 2025
Health warnings issued across Groningen as flatworm larvae cause irritation in popular swimming areas.
Jun 17, 2025
Despite national efforts to reduce smoking, Groningen continues to report some of the highest rates in the country, with a notable increase in vaping and drug use among young adults.
May 26, 2025
New Groningen-based database combines data from over 108,000 women to improve long-term understanding of women’s physical, mental, and reproductive health.
