Women’s Health Strategy: No Improvement After One Year as Minister Lacks Urgency

A year after the Netherlands launched its National Strategy for Women’s Health, critics say no measurable progress has been made, with the minister responsible for the initiative reportedly downplaying the urgency of the issue. The strategy, introduced in 2023, aimed to address systemic gaps in healthcare access, mental health support, and preventive care for women. … Read more

One Year After National Women’s Health Strategy: No Clear Plan and Lacking Urgency

One year after the official launch of the Dutch National Strategy for Women’s Health (Nationale Strategie Vrouwengezondheid), critics and medical advocates report a distinct lack of progress and concrete planning. Initiated to address systemic inequalities in medical research, diagnosis, and treatment for women, the framework currently lacks the budgetary backing and institutional momentum required to … Read more