Honey provides a safer, more effective alternative to many over-the-counter cough syrups. This is supported by clinical evidence from researchers at the University of Pennsylvania. Led by Professor Ian Paul, the team studied 105 children with upper respiratory infections suffering from nighttime cou

Clostridium difficile is a common presence in European hospitals, according to research from Leiden University Medical Center (LUMC) and the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM).Dr. Ed Kuijper, a microbiologist, and Dr. Martijn Bauer, an infectiologist at LUMC, note that C

The long-term impacts of Q fever are proving far more severe than anticipated. At Jeroen Bosch Hospitals Q fever clinic, specialists expect several hundred patients to progress to chronic Q fever, sparking concerns of an impending epidemic.A hospital spokesperson confirmed this Wednesday, following

Do you have a weight problem? A new study from the University of Texas reveals that 25% of obese women dont think so. As populations grow heavier, more women are viewing their weight as normal. Published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology, the research surveyed over 2,200 American women aged 18-

Dentists have updated the guidelines for emergency services available outside regular working hours. Starting January 1, 2011, these changes aim to provide clearer support for patients in need. Experiencing dental pain is challenging enough without uncertainty about emergency care. The new guideline

Health insurance premiums are set to rise by 9%— unwelcome news for many. A recent survey reveals that one in four Dutch people worry this could lead to financial difficulties. Commissioned by HealthTracker and conducted by communication consultancy Porter Novelli and De Vos & Jansen Healthcare,

Every week, 300 Dutch people suffer cardiac arrest outside the hospital. Alarmingly, only 10% of the 16,000 annual victims survive. To boost survival rates, the Dutch Heart Foundation has launched the 6-Minute Campaign. The first six minutes are critical: quickly call 112 and start resuscitation to

Its Donor Week, when leading organizations urge Dutch residents to register as organ donors. The need has never been greater. The Donor Week initiative is a key part of the The Netherlands Says Yes 2020 campaign. Backed by the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport, health funds, and the Transplantat

Research reveals that individuals who experienced emotional abuse in childhood have a medial prefrontal cortex—the front part of the brain—that is 7.2% smaller. This effect persists regardless of whether someone has a depression or anxiety disorder. Gender plays no role either. However,The reduction

The birth control pill may soon face competition from a simple daily cream. Enter Nestorone Estradiol, a topical contraceptive that women apply just a small amount each day to their arms, legs, shoulders, or abdomen to prevent pregnancy. The cream vs. the pillResearch shows this cream is as effectiv

More patients are bypassing their GP to directly see a physiotherapist, according to research from NIVELs National Information Provision for Paramedical Care (LiPZ). Direct access has been available since 2006, when about two in ten patients (20%) chose this route. By last year, that figure climbed

This weekend, clocks spring back one hour to standard winter time. But research shows daylight saving time delivers major health benefits. Environmentalist Mayer Hillman, writing in the prestigious British Medical Journal, argues we should stick to it year-round. In summer, advancing clocks one more

Last summer, Dutch men snapped up figure-correcting underwear in droves. Demand to hide love handles and beer bellies was so strong that nearly the entire stock of these wonder shirts sold out within months. Shapewear.nl launched mens corrective underwear in April. Since then, these figure-correctin

Women beginning labor under midwife supervision in primary care face a higher risk of infant mortality compared to those starting under a gynaecologist in secondary care, according to a large-scale UMC Utrecht study published in the British Medical Journal. The infant mortality rate is elevated in t

Exposure to hunger in the womb due to severe food scarcity can significantly raise your risk of high blood sugar and type 2 diabetes later in life. Prior research has suggested links between prenatal hunger exposure and chronic conditions like diabetes, but definitive confirmation was lacking—until

For the first time, the Dutch Heart Foundation has declared November T-Time Month, encouraging everyone to enjoy more tea with friends. These gatherings arent just social—theyre a vital way to combat cardiovascular diseases in women. Through organized tea parties, participants support groundbreaking

Some individuals infected with HIV remain healthy for years without medication. Experts from Harvard Medical School have identified small variations in a key protein as the likely reason. Approximately one in 300 people with HIV experiences minimal symptoms. Without drugs, their immune system effect

Regular hand washing is a cornerstone of preventing infections that spike during winter. However, proper technique is key—many people miss the details that make it truly effective.The World Health Organization (WHO) strongly recommends washing hands with soap and water. Without soap, its insufficien

Dutch families crave more quality time in the mornings, with 69% feeling pressed for time during weekdays. These findings come from a TNS NIPO study commissioned by breakfast expert Kelloggs. The research delved into morning rituals and breakfast habits among Dutch families. It revealed that 69% str

A groundbreaking study from the University of Chicago reveals that individuals who get less sleep lose significantly less fat on a low-calorie diet compared to those who sleep longer. In this controlled research, ten overweight men and women stayed at a sleep center for two separate two-week periods