Health

Seasonal depression in the Netherlands: what to do when feeling SAD

It's that time of the year — let's talk about seasonal depression in the Netherlands. Mental health...

9 things you need to know about Dutch health insurance as an international

Whether you’ve recently moved to the Netherlands or are considering a move in the near future, it’s...

Getting STD tests in the Netherlands: a quick and easy guide

So, you're looking to get an STD test while living in the Netherlands. Good for you! There are...

What the Dutch are getting right: antibiotics in the Netherlands

Ah, the Netherlands. A land of paracetamol-prescribing physicians who baulk at the mere notion of giving you antibiotics...

How much does weight-loss medication cost in the Netherlands in 2026?

If you've been eyeing weight-loss jabs and wondering what they'll do to your bank balance, the short...

How a lack of light in the Netherlands affects your health

The days are growing shorter and the nights longer. Here in the Netherlands, that tends to mean...

Trans healthcare in the Netherlands: The ultimate guide in 2026

Navigating trans healthcare in the Netherlands can appear overwhelming, but accessing gender-affirming care is possible — if...

Are you homesick in the Netherlands? Here’s what you can do about it

A lot of us are familiar with homesickness: the lurching, grapple-at-your-heart ache when you long to be...