Rising Alcohol Dependency Among Sweden's Elderly in Home Care Services
Alcohol dependency among elderly home care recipients has surged, posing significant challenges in Sweden.
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New COVID-19 Variant Nimbus Detected in Sweden: Experts Weigh In
Sweden detects new COVID-19 variant Nimbus amid expert warnings and low infection rates.
Alvesta Kommun Faces Major Financial Strain in Healthcare and Social Services
Alvesta kommun's omsorgsnämnd faces a 40 million kronor deficit, prompting budget cuts and new strategies.
Karolinska Institutet Enhances Commitment to Planetary Health Education
Karolinska Institutet enhances its commitment to planetary health, improving scores in the Planetary Health Report Card and advancing sustainability education.
Concerns Mount Over ADHD Assessment Practices at Psykiatrispecialisterna
Psykiatrispecialisterna faces scrutiny over ADHD assessments amid ongoing Ivo investigations.
Criticism Grows Over Sweden's New Dietary Guidelines: Concerns on Meat and Iron Deficiency
Critics argue Sweden's new dietary guidelines may lead to increased iron deficiency due to reduced meat recommendations.
Fredrik Piehl Honored as Årets Neuroprofil 2025 for Contributions to Neurology
Fredrik Piehl receives the Årets Neuroprofil 2025 award for his groundbreaking contributions to neurology.
2025 Anders Jahres Prize Awarded to Swedish Researchers
Two KI researchers honored with the 2025 Anders Jahres Prize for their pioneering medical research.
Swedish Healthcare Workers Offered Financial Incentives to Postpone Summer Vacations
Swedish healthcare workers are incentivized with 25,000 kronor to delay summer vacations, prompting union criticism.
Youth Exposed to Alarming Rates of Unhealthy Food Ads on Social Media
Study highlights significant exposure of Swedish youth to unhealthy food ads on social media.
Celebrating Advances in Child Health: Hugo Lagercrantz Prize Honors Pioneering Research
Lena Hellström-Westas receives Hugo Lagercrantz Prize for groundbreaking neonatal research.
Uppsala Ambulance Services Faced with Delays Due to Tram Roadworks
Traffic disruptions in Uppsala from tram construction hinder ambulance services' response times.
Swedish Healthcare Faces Major Reform Assessment
An investigation into potential state control of Swedish healthcare assesses reforms similar to Norway's model.
Concerns Rise Over ADHD Assessment Practices at Psykiatrispecialisterna Clinic in Sweden
Psykiatrispecialisterna faces scrutiny over ADHD assessment practices following an investigation revealing potential misdiagnoses.
New Cycling Initiative Tackles Activity Gap for Children with Down Syndrome
'Jag kan cykla' program in Uppsala empowers children with Down syndrome to learn cycling, fostering physical activity and inclusion.
Sweden Commits 130 Million Kronor to WHO for Global Health Initiatives in 2025
Sweden pledges 130 million kronor to support WHO's global health initiatives in 2025.
Karolinska CCC Achieves Renewed Accreditation, Boosting Cancer Care and Research in Sweden
Karolinska CCC becomes the first in Sweden to secure renewed accreditation, enhancing cancer care and research integration.
Increase in Burn Injuries from CO2 Laser Treatments Sparks Safety Concerns in Sweden
Rising reports of burn injuries from CO2 laser treatments in Sweden raise safety concerns.
Concerns Over Honey Adulteration Rise in Sweden
New findings reveal widespread honey adulteration in Sweden, prompting calls for stricter regulatory action.
New COVID Variant Detected in Sweden Sparks Global Concerns
New COVID variant found in Sweden raises global health alarms as cases surge in Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Public Health Initiatives Highlighted at Järvaveckan 2025
Järvaveckan 2025 will focus on health initiatives including vaccination and mental well-being from June 11-15.
Over 326 Million SEK Allocated to Women's Health in Region Stockholm for 2025
Region Stockholm receives significant state funding to improve women's health services in 2025.
Sweden Faces Health Risk from Deadly Parasite Spread by Traveling Dogs
A deadly parasite in Sweden spread by returning dogs poses severe health risks for humans.
One in Three Adults in Stockholm County Affected by Chronic Pain
A new survey shows that chronic pain affects 37% of adults in Stockholm County.
Hundreds of Thousands of Children in Sweden Grow Up in Families with Substance Abuse, Facing Limited Support
Junis report reveals alarming gaps in support for children in Sweden affected by parental substance abuse.
Uppsala Healthcare Faces Deficit Amid Resource Challenges
Uppsala healthcare leaders address significant funding deficits and resource allocation challenges.
Former Employees Allege Systemic Neglect in Evidensia Veterinary Clinics
Investigative reports reveal alarming neglect of animals at Evidensia veterinary clinics, as shared by former employees.
Danderyd Hospital Leads Sweden in Circular Plastic Apron Initiative
Danderyd Hospital pioneers the use of circular plastic aprons in Sweden, reducing reliance on single-use plastics.
Alarming Allegations Surface Regarding Veterinary Care Standards at Evidensia
Significant concerns about veterinary care standards and animal welfare have emerged regarding the Evidensia veterinary chain.
Kungsholmen Achieves 70% HPV Vaccination Rate Among Young Women
Kungsholmen district in Stockholm achieves 70% HPV vaccination rate among young women.
Umeå Researchers Uncover New Molecules to Combat Chlamydia
Umeå University researchers find new molecules that kill chlamydia bacteria, promising better treatment options.
Revolutionary 3D Printing Technology Poised to Transform In-Body Medical Treatments
Innovative 3D printing technology opens new avenues for in-body medical treatments.
Surge in Youth Seeking Help for Body Image Issues in Stockholm
Stockholm sees a marked rise in youth seeking help for body image issues, with social media cited as a major influence.
Stockholm Sees Improved Patient Care Timeliness Amid Operational Changes
Stockholm achieves 80% compliance in patient wait times for treatments as of April 2025.
Stockholm Joins Global Effort to End HIV Epidemic with Fast-Track Cities Initiative
Region Stockholm joins the Fast-Track Cities initiative to enhance efforts in ending the HIV epidemic by 2030.
Stockholm Region Boosts Home Healthcare Funding by 7%
Region Stockholm announces a 7% funding increase for advanced home healthcare services.
Alarm Raised Over Counterfeit Weight Loss Medications in Sweden
Health authorities in Sweden warn against counterfeit weight loss medications sold by criminal networks.
Mass Protests Erupt in Sweden Against Proposed Pharmaceutical Cost Increases
Protests erupt in Sweden as over 100,000 oppose proposed medication cost increases.
Care Worker in Sandviken Arrested for Theft from Vulnerable Client
A home care worker in Sandviken faces theft charges after misusing a care recipient's bank card.
Innovative Tandemturné Initiative Raises Awareness on Elderly Care in Sweden
The Tandemturné initiative promotes elderly care awareness through cycling lectures in southern Sweden.