Tag: Screening
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The rise of sexually transmitted diseases in the Helsinki-Uusimaa region is a sign of public health
One third of those infected are women, and people under the age of 25 are especially affected. The cases of gonorrhea in men have also increased, especially in people over 25 years old. Infections are common in sexual encounters between men. Chlamydia is still the most common sexually transmitted disease in Finland. More than 16,000…
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NYC artist Chris Rini on Danish monoculture, violence against women and how to spend 24 hours in Copenhagen
In our My Copenhagen series, international creatives give us their impressions of Danish capital. Chris Rini is an artist from New York City and the director and illustrator of the website blood yellow bow. He currently hosts an art documentary series on artificial intelligence and art at Huset’s Cinema. The next screening – taking place…
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Lecture on breast, cervical and ovarian cancer. Diagnostics, prevention and treatment
Self-examination, prevention and diagnosis often save lives. So let’s pay due attention to our breasts and reproductive organs to stay healthy for years. What is prevention? What screening tests should be performed? What are the early symptoms of cancer? How to perform self-examination? These and other questions that arise in the context of breast, ovarian…
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The respected British actor Timothy Spall graces Helsinki at the Love & Anarchy film festival
One of the main attractions of the festival, this British drama offers a heartfelt journey through Britain and showcases Spall’s masterful acting skills. The film gives a touching glimpse into the current state of the country. Known for his roles in “Mr. Turner” (2014), “Secrets & Lies” (1996) and the “Harry Potter” film series (2004-2011),…
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Finavia makes air travel easier: Passengers are allowed to carry two liters of liquids through the Helsinki-Vantaa security check
enabling liquid containers of more than 100 milliliters, such as liter water bottles and other larger liquid containers, to be transported in hand luggage,” says Ari KumaraFinavia’s safety director. Finavia has now completed its development project aimed at a smooth and stress-free security check. The renovation work was done in two stages. In the first…
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The festival cancels the documentary screening after threats
The Canadian documentary film “Drag Kids” was pulled from the program of the Helsinki Culture Festival after the organizers had received numerous threats.
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Lecture on breast and cervical cancer. Diagnostics, prevention and treatment
Prevention often saves lives. So let’s pay due attention to our breasts and reproductive organs. What is prophylaxis? What screening tests should be performed? What are the early symptoms of cancer? How to perform a self-examination? These and other questions that arise in the context of breast and cervical cancer will be answered by a…
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Sugar molecule in blood can predict Alzheimer’s disease: Study
Washington [US], April 13 (ANI): Early detection and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease requires the use of reliable and cost-effective screening techniques. Researchers at Sweden’s Karolinska Institutet have revealed that the level of tau, a protein that plays a crucial role in the development of severe dementia, is associated with a type of sugar molecule in…
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Malian director awarded Carrosse d’Or in Cannes
The Carrosse d’Or will be awarded to Malian filmmaker Souleymane Cisse on May 17 in Cannes, at the opening of the Directors’ Fortnight, the Society of Film Directors announced this week. The Carrosse d’Or – referring to a film by Jean Renoir – celebrates filmmakers for “the innovative qualities of their work, for their audacity…
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Cervical cancer risk doubles in women with mental disorder: Study
Solna [Sweden], March 24 (ANI): Women suffering from mental illness, neuropsychiatric disability or substance abuse are less likely to undergo gynecological screening tests for cervical cancer and are more than twice as likely to develop the disease. Researchers from Karolinska Institutet revealed their findings in The Lancet Public Health, emphasizing the need to engage these…
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Helsinki-Vantaa Airport will give up travel-sized bottles by summer
Thanks to the new security screening devices, passengers can keep liquids and electronics in their hand luggage when leaving Helsinki-Vantaa.
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A film about Jerzy Kukuczka at the Bíó Paradís cinema
Polish Film Week invites you to two free screenings of the documentary “Jurek” directed by Paweł Wysoczański. The screenings will take place on March 4 at 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm at the Bíó Paradís cinema in Reykjavik. “It was me, who did that sideways on McKinley, only once was in the Hindu Kush at…
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In Finland, cancer screening is being reconsidered
The EU proposes lowering some of the age limits for cancer screening.
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The 28th Sarajevo Film Festival opens in the Bosnian capital
SARAJEVO, Aug. 12 (Xinhua) — The 28th Sarajevo Film Festival (SFF) opened Friday with the film Triangle of Sadness by award-winning Swedish film director Ruben Ostlund. Ahead of the screening of his latest film, which won him the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival three months ago, Ostlund received the Honorary Heart of Sarajevo…
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Mixed opinion on success of colon cancer screenings
Every year, more than 800,000 Danes are invited to a screening for colon cancer. This screening program has proven successful, reducing the risk of death from the type of cancer by 29 percent for all ages and sexes. The effect of the screenings has been shown to be even more successful among men over 60,…
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Finland’s 41st National Park opens to Eastern Lapland
Finland’s 41st National Park was officially opened in Salla, Eastern Lapland, on Saturday. The conversion of the nature reserve into a national park is projected to double the number of visitors to the wilderness area near the eastern border. The wilderness area of about 100 square kilometers is characterized by mountain and mountain views, gorges,…
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Eating problems are common among elderly home care clients
The study is part of the University of Eastern Finland’s Nutrition, Oral Health and Medication (NutOrMed) study, the results of which were reported in the Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dental Research. The study sample included 250 home care clients aged 75 and over living in Eastern Finland. Participants were interviewed at their home by…
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The Helsinki International Ballet Competition selects competitors from a wide range of applicants
Founded in 1984, the Helsinki International Ballet Competition is known and respected worldwide. It offers young dancers the opportunity to advance in their careers, make new contacts and gain experience as a dancer. Participants compete in either the junior series (15-19 years old) or the senior series (20-25 years old). The competition is organized by…
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Saliva test for COVID-19 faster and safer than a nasal scan: study
“It’s important because people can spread COVID-19 before they know they have it,” said another author. Donald K. MiltonMD, DrPH, Professor of Occupational and Environmental Health at the Institute for Applied Environmental Health, University of Maryland School of Public Health, College Park. “Early detection can reduce the spread of the disease,” he added. The motive…
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Helsinki-Vantaa’s travel experience will be completely renewed during the spring and summer
“Our entire development program is focused on positioning Helsinki-Vantaa’s services and passenger comfort among the best in the world. We have invested not only in streamlining exchange tourism but also in the comprehensive development of the customer experience. Opening a new, advanced security check and moving all flights under one roof is an important part…
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Dozens of free events and activities for children and young people are organized in Helsinki during the winter holidays
The entire winter holiday offer has been compiled into a new youth.helsinki website, which will be used in the future to communicate all the services the city offers to young people. This year, the winter break is February 21-27. In Helsinki. There are dozens of ways to spend a holiday in Helsinki, both indoors and…
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The first cases of Omicron BA.2 are detected in Finland
The health authorities of Southwest Finland have detected ten cases of the BA.2 sub-variant of the Omicron coronavirus variant, the hospital district announced in a statement on Thursday. The sub-variant could extend the current wave of the virus, the circuit added. The discovery of the Tyks laboratory at Turku University Central Hospital is the first…
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Finnish researchers identify drugs to prevent coronavirus infections
Researchers at the University of Tampere have announced that they have identified two existing drugs that can be used to prevent coronavirus infection. The drugs are able to prevent infection caused by the original form of the virus as well as the Delta variant, the researchers said. According to their findings – described much more…
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Research shows that the bigger the picture, the better we remember it
A new study led by Dr Sharon Gilaie-Dotan, From the School of Optometry and Vision Science at the University of Bar-Ilan and the Multidisciplinary Brain Research Center in Gonda (Goldschmied), tried to find out if large images are better remembered than small ones in natural daily behavior. His assumption was based on the fact that…
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New research reveals that being in space destroys red blood cells
“Space anemia has been reported continuously as astronauts returned to Earth after the first space flights, but we didn’t know why,” said lead researcher Dr. Guy Trudel, a rehabilitation doctor and researcher at Ottawa Hospital and a professor at the University of Ottawa. “Our research shows that as we enter space, more red blood cells…
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Rapid Covid breath tests developed in Finland ready for the EU market
The Tampere-based medical device company has received EU-wide CE certification for the distribution of the Covid-19 rapid breath test. The CE mark indicates that the product has been assessed and is considered to comply with EU safety, health and environmental protection requirements. "We want to provide a disruptive Covid screening solution to help individuals, families,…
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Mess with the passing of Pap tests results in less participation
The participation of women in cervical screening last year was lower than in previous years due to the relocation of activities related to them from the Cancer Society (Krabbameinsfélagið) to health centers and the resulting difficulties, according to Ágúst Inga Ágústsson, chief physician at Screening Coordination Center, when asked by Fréttablaðið. […] The article Clutter…
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10 things that will change in 2022
The new year will bring changes that will affect the daily lives of Finns. Yle collected ten of them: 1. Household reduction limits are rising, but not for home improvement The tax deduction limits for households will be increased in 2022. Tiina Jutila / General The amount of the maximum tax on household, care and…
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Public events indoors prohibited, various facilities were ordered to close in Uusimaa
Restrictions cannot be avoided by using a coronavirus passport. The decision closes, for example, cinemas in the Helsinki metropolitan area. Hannele Wolf-Mannila, Finnkino’s Sales Director, confirmed YLE on Thursday that the cinema chain will close all its cinemas in the Helsinki and Uusimaa Hospital District (HUS). “In practice, this means that cinemas have to close.…
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DocPoint takes the audience to the legendary rock club Tavastia
Finland’s largest documentary film festival DocPoint will premiere the film Antti Kuivalainen, THEN TIMES CHANGED, in collaboration with the legendary Finnish rock club Tavastia. The film tells the story of Helsinki’s leading rock since 1970. The Tavastia Club has been disapproved, admired and iconized for decades. The film follows 50 years of Tavastian rock. Musicians…
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THL: Finland is investigating two suspected Covid variant Omicron cases
The National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) announced on Monday that two suspected cases of the coronavirus variant Omicron are being investigated in Finland and added that both cases involved foreigners. The director of diagnostics at the Helsinki and Uusimaa Hospital District (HUS) said earlier on Monday Lasse Lehtonen, confirmed to Yle that it…