Health

I had a good experience with the Dutch healthcare system. Am I the only one?

Some of the horror stories you hear about the Dutch healthcare system could hospitalise you. However, my...

The ultimate guide to going to the doctor in the Netherlands in 2026

Navigating the healthcare system when you’re new to a country can be challenging, and if you’re wondering...

Health insurance in the Netherlands for Americans: How it works

If you're coming from the American health-insurance system, the Dutch one can feel like stepping through a...

Pollen, allergies, and hay fever in the Netherlands: how to survive it

Ah, the sun is shining, birds are singing, and spring is on its way. But you know...

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...

Getting physiotherapy in the Netherlands: what internationals need to know

Feeling a twinge in your back after too many Dutch cycling adventures? Whatever the issue, going to...

Which types of insurance do you need in the Netherlands? [2026 guide]

When you're sorting out the essentials after moving to the Netherlands, there’s one important thing you shouldn’t...

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...