The Dutch College of GP’s and H4i (Healthcare for internationals) recently introduced a new online service GPinfo.nl. GPinfo provides online information in English, such as: Information about the most common health complaints Tips on what you…
GPinfo.nl, reliable information from Dutch GP’s There are 1.1 million international people working, studying and living in the Netherlands. Of course, from time to time they will feel unwell or have a child with a fever….
This week, at ‘Prinsjesdag’ the Dutch government presented the 2021 budget. Insurance premiums are expected to increase about 5 € per month. Covid-19 is having less impact than feared. This is because a lot of regular…
The weather will be extremely warm during the coming days. Drink regularly, even if you are not thirsty, and take it easy. Protect your skin with clothing and sunscreen of factor 30 or above. Enjoy the…
Almost everywhere in the Western world, the number of “diseases of affluence” is increasing. To serve the health and resilience of individuals as well as society as a whole, we must, over the coming years, focus…
This summer ‘only’ 30% of trees reportedly house the oak processionary caterpillar. In 2019 this was over 50% . Experts warn, however, to still be careful when near oak trees. Oak trees that house the oak…
Have you been outdoors or in the garden? Check yourself and your children thoroughly for ticks, especially the armpits, groin, knee cavities, neck and behind the ears. If you discover a tick, remove it immediately with pointed…
The past months our lives have changed dramatically. The way we work, study, engage with friends and family is totally different from six months ago. Since March H4i has informed internationals as well as possible through…
The past months we have learned how much our healthcare system is dependent on a few critical resources. We always took for granted that when we got ill, there would be professionals, medication and equipment to…
With the positive trend in new cases, the Dutch government is gradually relaxing lock down restrictions. Controlling the spread of the virus remains a top priority, however. For this everyone must keep following the basis rules,…