The National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) wants to get rid of the term Mexican flu. That name suggests that there is a great danger to public health. However, the virus is comparable to a regular seasonal flu. Since the arrival of the flu epidemic in the Netherlands pops u

The Netherlands is in twelfth place on the list of countries where cancer occurs most. According to the World Cancer Research Fund, 286.8 out of every 100,000 people in the Netherlands get cancer every year. Denmark – with 326.1 cases of cancer per 100,000 people per year – is number one in the list

Shockingly, second-hand smoke kills 1 in 100 people. This is what experts from the World Health Organization (WHO) say in the journal The Lancet know. Every year around 600,000 people die worldwide to the effects of secondhand smoke? Of which 165,000 children. This result stems from research in whi

Building a strong immune system is the best way to prevent colds and flu. If the immune system is weakened, infections can strike easily. This way you can help your body to ward off germs… Exercise Exercising regularly is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. It supports the metabolism and the

About 40 percent of adult patients undergoing surgery have two or more lifestyle risk factors, such as being overweight, smoking or excessive alcohol consumption. This is shown by research by the VU medical center (VUmc). These factors can lead to complications during surgery and to delayed recover

Breast cancer care has improved in recent years. In 2009 there was more consultation between doctors and treating staff and a better diagnosis was established before the operation. This is apparent from research by the Health Care Inspectorate. Improving care also means the outcome of a breast-savi

Too little sleep ensures that you lose fat half as quickly. This is according to research from the University of Chicagos General Clinical Resource Center. At first glance that seems contrary :if you dont sleep you are more active and you burn more energy. This turns out not to be the case † Less

Drinking tea can prevent weight gain as a result of a high-fat diet, which was discovered after medical research on mice, by, among others, Professor Carrie Ruxton. The study also revealed other health benefits of drinking tea to the light… Some of the animals followed a high-fat diet for the stu

Q-VAX, the Australian vaccine against Q fever, is now also available in the Netherlands. People who because of specific cardiovascular diseases have an increased chance of becoming seriously ill for a long time with Q fever , are eligible for the vaccine. In doing so, the government is following th

Brown bread rolls contain the least fiber. This is apparent from research by the Consumers Association, published in the Gezondgids . Many people think that dark bread healthiest, as it would contain more fiber than lighter bread † What seems? Appearance is deceiving! The test showed that the two d

Be careful! Our country will probably be hit by a flu epidemic in the coming weeks. Now that schools have started again, there is a good chance that children will set fire to each other. This is apparent from figures from the website Grotegriepmeter.nl. The flu measurement on the Internet started i

Probiotics are not only good for a balanced intestinal flora, researchers from the French institute ETAP discovered that probiotics also help in the treatment of psychological disorders. The French Institute found that probiotics reduce the feelings of anxiety decreased in rats. Afterwards, the tes

Almonds not only reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, it also reduces the risk of heart disease. This is according to research by the University of Medicine and Dentistry led by Dr. Michelle Wien. The study, conducted among people over 65 with pre-diabetes, found that a diet rich in almon

The quality, accessibility and affordability of the healthcare system in the Netherlands are under increasing pressure. Medical specialists from the Bronovo Hospital in The Hague therefore developed the Health Risk Test. After all, prevention is better than cure. Rising demand for care The demand f

Half of the Dutch people suffer from a morning mood, according to research by Hero FruitOntbijt conducted by research agency Synovate. Of the more than 1,000 respondents, 48 ​​percent indicated that they sometimes get out of bed on the wrong foot † When this question is asked to the partners, the p

Gluten-free food is often very difficult for people with allergies. Santé gives tips! Drugstore The Gardens has the range with gluten-free products expanded, up to 150 products. People with a gluten allergy can go there for gluten-free sandwiches, pasta, sandwiches, speculaas dolls , soup and panca

People who seek help with psychological, social and societal problems are increasingly doing so via the internet. This is evident from figures from the Online Help Network, which consists of institutions for mental health care, youth care, social work and volunteer organisations. Demand for online

That is the title of the new calendar that Nannet van der Ham put together. Nannet is a weight, exercise and life coach. According to her, a heavy body is often the result of a heavy head. If you have a lighter body, you also have more energy to lighten your head. This perpetual calendar provides d

As of today, more than 1,400 pharmacies will open their doors for a week to people who want to know if they have diabetes. During this week, pharmacists want to point out and inform people about health risks. During Diabetes Week, interested parties can have their blood sugar measured for free at p

Half of the Dutch people want to eat healthier and preferably also sustainably. This is apparent from the online survey Nutrition in 2020, healthy and sustainable food by the Nutrition Center conducted by research agency GfK. The survey was conducted in October 2010 among 1,538 Dutch people aged 18