Health

A new vaccination programme has successfully reduced intensive care admissions for infants with the RS virus by 75 per cent. The RIVM reports that the high uptake of the jab has significantly eased the pressure on Dutch paediatric hospitals this winter.

Dutch coalition plans to link the state pension age directly to life expectancy are expected to drive up occupational incapacity claims among older workers. While the move is intended to save billions of euros by 2060, experts warn that many people over 60 may struggle to stay in the workforce.

A 26-year-old former teaching assistant has received an eight-year prison sentence and mandatory psychiatric care for the abuse of twenty children. The court's decision to lower the sentence from the initial demand has drawn a sharp and emotional response from the victims' families.

Eindhoven is set to transform into its traditional Carnival persona this week with a packed schedule of parades, music, and themed parties. From the famous Saturday procession to a unique Pride celebration, the city offers a wide range of events for both residents and visitors.

The final section of the Tongelreep swimming complex will open to the public this March, adding extensive recreational facilities to the site. The expansion confirms the centre's status as one of the world's largest indoor swimming venues for both fun and professional sport.

Philips has posted a 2025 profit of 897 million euros, driven by strong growth in the US and its personal health sector. CEO Roy Jakobs credited AI-led innovation for the turnaround, but the company’s new 1.5 billion euro savings plan indicates that further internal reorganisations are expected through 2028.

The Netherlands has officially entered a flu epidemic after infection rates remained above the national threshold for two weeks. Although the outbreak has started later than last year, health officials are closely monitoring rising numbers and laboratory samples to track the virus's spread.

European aviation groups are warning of potential four-hour delays at airports this summer due to glitches in a new digital border system. The groups have called on EU officials to address staff shortages and technical errors to prevent travel chaos for non-EU passengers.