Tag: Health
Skeptics and supporters: New rules for healthcare workers outside the EU spark debate
A broad new agreement to attract skilled non-EU workers to the Danish healthcare system is being rolled out. The government says it is proactive, unions are excited, the Danish People's Party says they are playing “Russian Roulette” with vulnerable Danes, and the media is puzzled as to why some non-EU countries are better than others.…
International welcomed with open arms to work in healthcare
There is a shortage of labor in health and elderly care in Denmark. Politicians have agreed to relax the requirements in order to attract more internationals to come and care for elderly Danes The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password?…
Increased mortality rates in Finland in November 2023 related to COVID-19 and the aging of the population
This is calculated by comparing the number of deaths in a given month to the average monthly death rate from 2016 to 2019. According to this metric, Finland's excess mortality was higher in November than in any other country monitored by Eurostat. Seppo KoskinenThe research professor at the Institute of Health and Welfare (THL) stated…
SAK believes that Finns understand the decision to resort to a strike despite the extensive disadvantages
“We regret any inconvenience the future strikes will cause to people,” he said in the press release. “We also hope that early notification of strikes has helped people prepare for what's to come.” A series of political strikes disrupts various activities and services in Finland from 1st to 2nd. February. Ammatti- ja Esimiesliitto ry (Akava)…
Birth on Miklabraut
This morning, a baby was born in an ambulance on the way to the maternity ward of Landspítali Hospital. The unexpected but successful birth took place on Miklabraut Street in Reykjavík. According to the officer on duty at the capital's fire brigade, a healthy baby boy was born around six o'clock. Congratulations to the parents!
The Finnish National Institute of Health takes a position on winter swimming requirements
Cold water swimming has grown in popularity in Finland in recent years, and enthusiasts say it helps with many ailments. For these claims, Yle requested an expert assessment from the Occupational Health and Safety Institute.
Major air traffic disruption in Finland: A two-day strike was announced on February 1-2
The upcoming strike will start on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 12:01 a.m. and will continue until Friday, February 2, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. The strike must affect JHL members employed by Finavia or Airpro. The strike affects almost all major airports in Finland, with the exception of Halli and Utti. However, it is specified…
Kela: Mental health problems the most common reason for extended sick leave in 2023
All in all, in 2023, the benefits agency paid compensation for about 15 million sick days, for a total of about 900 million euros.
A faster-than-expected fall in the birth rate will shake Finland in 2023
This followed a steep 10.1 percent drop a year earlier. The number of births in HUS hospitals was 15,493, which is 1.6% less than in 2022. HUS supervises births in four large hospitals: Women's Clinic, Espoo, Hyvinkää and Lohja. Aydin Tekay, line manager of obstetrics and gynecology emergency services at HUS, emphasized the importance of…
HUS opens an innovative trauma psychiatry clinic in Meilahti
Refugees and asylum seekers, who have often experienced exceptionally traumatic events, are at significant risk. Psychological trauma is not only a risk factor for many psychiatric symptoms, but it is also a prerequisite for the diagnosis of PTSD. “The trauma psychiatry clinic offers consultation services as well as urgent diagnostic and treatment sessions, primarily for…
Denmark will give international health professionals a shortcut
Negotiations begin today to increase the number of international health professionals such as doctors and nurses. Citizens from countries outside the EU must be able to contribute more quickly to the Danish healthcare system. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your…
Tell Sanna Lundell about health trends you believed in
Studies show that winter bathing does not have the health effects previously thought. What health trends have you tried? The nail mat? The enema machine? The National Hospital's soup? Other? What has worked for you and what hasn't made any difference at all to your well-being? Tell us about which health themes you have used…
The working group of the Ministry of Health proposes to reduce the number of central hospitals in Finland
If implemented, the proposal would mean a significant deterioration of emergency and specialized hospital services for patients in several cities around the country.
Sven-Göran Eriksson – incurable optimist to the last
A year ago, Sven-Göran Eriksson announced that he needed to take a break from his football duties due to health reasons. Now, for the first time, he chooses to talk openly about the incurable cancer he has in the pancreas, and about the time he has left. “Football has come before everything else in life”…
Denmark starts a recruitment campaign for the healthcare system with India and the Philippines
In order to strengthen the workforce in the Danish healthcare system, the Ministry of Health has started talks with India and the Philippines to explore possible partnerships on the recruitment of healthcare professionals. The full version of this article is only available to subscribers. Already a subscriber, log in here: sign in Forgot your password?…
HS: The city of Helsinki says that the wage losses are over, but according to the decision-makers they are not
About 800 salary statements per month therefore still contain errors. Kitula also estimates that the customer service works well: the waiting time for customer service calls is 6–8 minutes and the callback rate is 70 percent. “There are still cases where we unfortunately have to recover excessive salaries. It is also in the interest of…
HUS reports on eye injuries related to fireworks in the capital region
According to health authorities, at least four people suffered eye injuries in the capital region due to New Year's Eve fireworks.
VMA in Västerås, Västmanland county
Jonas David takes you back to a concert night at the Avicii Arena in Stockholm. The concert is a musical manifestation for young people's mental health and a tribute to Avicii's musical legacy. There will be really great live music with, among others, Jelassi, Cleo, ADAAM and Griff.
HIV drugs may help prevent multiple sclerosis, a major new study suggests
Over the past decade, several case studies have reported that people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who started antiretroviral therapy for HIV (to keep the virus in check) later found that their MS symptoms either disappeared completely or that the course of the disease slowed significantly. These findings forced researchers to ask whether HIV or antiretroviral…
The EU's budget for Finland's emergency stocks will rise to 305 million euros
Additional funding of EUR 63 million will be used mainly for the purchase of healthcare supplies.
US attacks in Iraq, Syria and Yemen, luxury bags as a safe investment and interpreter fees in healthcare
In the first hour: US attacks on targets in Syria, Iraq and Yemen. Conversation about US considerations, Iran's role and possible consequences for the situation in the Middle East. Report on luxury bags as an investment with a safe return Conversation about the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' evacuation lists in Gaza. Do Swedish citizens in…
The new Working Time Act cuts short shifts in half in the social and health care sector
This reform aimed at improving employee well-being and reducing health risks has meant a key change in the management of work schedules. Research Professor Mikko Härmä The Institute of Occupational Health emphasized the importance of this development and pointed out that shorter shift intervals previously led to an increased risk of sickness absences and work…
Calls for Israel to be dusted from Eurovision
The country should face the same treatment as Russia after it launched its military operation in Ukraine, Iceland's musician has suggested A group representing musicians in Iceland has called on the Nordic country's broadcaster RUV to withdraw from next year's Eurovision Song Contest if Israel is allowed to participate. More than 19,400 people, mostly women…
Iceland wants Israel disqualified from Eurovision
Icelandic musicians say the country should face the same treatment as Russia after it launched its military operation in Ukraine A group representing musicians in Iceland has called on the Nordic country's broadcaster RUV to withdraw from next year's Eurovision Song Contest if Israel is allowed to participate. More than 19,400 people, mostly women and…
Agnes Wold: The Christmas food you should watch out for
Agnes Wold, professor of clinical bacteriology, tackles contemporary health issues together with program leader Christer Lundberg. Agnes Wold this week: They are the biggest risk of infection with the Christmas table. The professor also considers whether it is dangerous to put in one's own herring and how to think about botulism. And then Agnes explains…
The vinegar case that shakes Eslöv
When the six-year-old girl is admitted to hospital on Christmas Eve morning 2022, she is hypothermic and taking only a few breaths per minute. She has caustic damage to her esophagus and stomach, fractures and looks neglected. The healthcare staff call the police – and now the parents are brought to justice. Both parents deny…
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In the morning, a minute's silence was held at the country's construction sites in honor of the five people who died in the elevator accident in Sundbyberg. An intense night of bombing is reported to have claimed over 100 lives in northern Gaza. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is now on his way to Israel,…
In the new year, invest in your future
The New Year is a time when many of us make resolutions to improve the quality of life, health or personal development. One such resolution may be learning something new, learning a language, continuing or returning to education. Mímir School is the largest continuing education center in Iceland and celebrated its 20th anniversary this year.…
Study reveals patient-related delay in head and neck cancer diagnosis
About 900 cases of head and neck cancer, which cover a wide spectrum of cancer types with different symptoms, are diagnosed in Finland each year. Their rarity and diverse symptoms make their early identification challenging for both patients and doctors. These cancers are usually diagnosed at advanced stages, requiring expensive combination therapies and leading to…