Max Havelaar and the Pure! Eetuit Foundation are partnering to launch the inaugural Fairtrade Restaurant Week from November 1 to 7. Fairtrade drives sustainable development in global trade, particularly supporting exports from developing to wealthier nations. Products bearing the trusted Max Havelaa

Sugary ingredients in snacks and soft drinks can elevate blood pressure. Recent research highlights the dangers of high fructose consumption. Naturally, fructose occurs in smaller amounts in fruits. However, excessive intake can harm arteries. US scientists discovered that consuming more than 74 gra

Research from the Center for Reproductive Medicine at Amsterdams Academic Medical Center (AMC), led by gynecologist-in-training Inge Custers, reveals that women who lie on their backs for 15 minutes after artificial insemination have a 50% higher chance of pregnancy compared to those who stand up im

A recent Xylifresh study reveals that half of Dutch people fail to properly care for their teeth. 80 percent of dentists agree the Dutch are too lax about oral hygiene – citing lack of awareness and time constraints as key reasons. Dentists stress brushing several times daily, yet the average Dutch

Supermarkets in Amsterdams disadvantaged neighborhoods will lower prices on healthy foods next year as part of an innovative experiment. The initiative aims to determine if affordable pricing shifts consumer choices toward better nutrition. This trial is led by the Institute of Health Sciences at Vr

The government is launching a nationwide swine flu awareness campaign—also known as Mexican flu—to provide citizens with vital information. General practitioners (GPs) and government health authorities are receiving a high volume of inquiries about swine flu. To boost public education, a multimedia

Australian researchers have found that people grieving the loss of a loved one are six times more likely to suffer a heart attack.This study of 160 individuals examined physical changes following the loss of a child or loved one. Grievers experienced elevated blood pressure, cardiac arrhythmias, and

No weekend plans yet? Change that with the Food4you festival in Wageningen, running until Sunday, October 11. Dozens of grains—from wheat to spelt—featured as bread, pasta, or a record-long sausage roll are key highlights of the Food4you festival. From October 7 to 11, discover activities for all ag

Last Saturday, VU Medical Center (VUmc) held its second White Coat Ceremony, outfitting nearly 200 aspiring physicians in their iconic white coats. As the first institution in the Netherlands to formally distinguish between the theoretical and practical phases of medical training, VUmc sets a new st

Today, the Stichting Borstbeeld exhibition graces Amsterdams Museum Square. This compelling traveling open-air display showcases photographs by twelve acclaimed Dutch photographers, capturing women who underwent breast reconstruction after battling breast cancer. Photographers such as Cornelie Tolle

While the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months, many mothers discontinue it prematurely. A hectic lifestyle is the primary reason most stop. Approximately 80% of mothers initiate breastfeeding, but only about 25% continue beyond six months. The

A 2006 study revealed elevated psychological issues among cancer patients. Now, groundbreaking research from Katarina Sjövall at Lund University’s Academic Medical Center shows partners also experience declines in both physical and mental health. Sjövall examined data from 11,076 partners—53% over 6

According to the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), swine flu cases in the Netherlands saw a slight uptick last week. On average, 6.9 people per 10,000 Dutch residents consulted their GP with flu-like symptoms. Additionally, 24 patients were hospitalized after laborator

Experts attribute the Netherlands elevated infant mortality rate to overly cautious approaches by midwives and gynecologists. The Netherlands ranks among Europes highest for infant mortality, largely because midwives and gynecologists adopt a hands-off stance during childbirth. Renowned gynecologist

Ribiz.nl maintains a public blacklist of doctors, specialists, general practitioners, and nurses suspended or struck off the register by disciplinary tribunals. This resource empowers patients with vital information on licensed healthcare providers. Health Minister Ab Klink championed this online bl

Nearly half of Dutch people (47%) dont know their own blood type. Awareness of the Netherlands blood supply is also low, according to a recent survey by Sanquin, the national blood supply organization.Conducted among 1,200 respondents, the study reveals near-universal recognition that blood donors a

A healthy 14-year-old girl died this week from swine flu, according to the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM). This is the first reported death in the Netherlands from the H1N1 virus in someone without pre-existing serious illnesses. The RIVM notes that healthy individua

Today, the Dutch Consumers Association presented 15,000 signatures to Health Minister Ab Klink, demanding a ban on symptom advertising by pharmaceutical companies. Direct advertising of medicines is already prohibited in the Netherlands. In its place, many pharma firms use symptom advertising—promot

Researchers have achieved a significant milestone in HIV prevention with a novel vaccine combination that reduces the risk of contracting HIV by 31%. This approach merges two existing vaccines, which showed limited effectiveness on their own. Combined, they deliver substantial protection, as demonst

Over the next decade, obesity could emerge as the primary driver of cancer among women in Europe, according to a comprehensive study on obesity-related cancer cases. More than 124,000 overweight Europeans were diagnosed with cancer last year. The highest incidence affected women in Central European