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Public Health Agency to Tackle Gonorrhea and HIV Spread

The Government has given the Public Health Agency (FHM) the task of reducing the spread of certain sexually transmitted diseases, including gonorrhea and HIV. .
Public Health Agency to Tackle Gonorrhea and HIV Spread

Rise in Campylobacter Cases in Sweden This Summer

The number of cases of people affected by the intestinal bacteria campylobacter is increasing right now in Sweden – from about 30 per week in early June to over 200 cases last week. It is very seasonal.
Rise in Campylobacter Cases in Sweden This Summer

Record TBE Cases Reported This Year with Cause Still Unknown

So far this year, 146 people have been infected with TBE – more than ever during the same period. But why the virus is spreading so much is still unclear to the researchers, reports SVT News.
Record TBE Cases Reported This Year with Cause Still Unknown

Sweden to Offer Sleep Advice for Youth Amid Sleep Crisis

Now children and young people will get state advice on how they can sleep better. We have something of a sleep crisis in Sweden, says Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (Christian Democrats).
Sweden to Offer Sleep Advice for Youth Amid Sleep Crisis

Social Democrats Propose Expanding National Vaccination Program

The Social Democrats want to expand the number of vaccines included in the national vaccination programs. We see a need for a change and a reform, says Lena Hallengren, the party's group leader in the parliament.
Social Democrats Propose Expanding National Vaccination Program

Several Swedish Regions Miss HPV Vaccine Target

Until Monday, June 30, women born between 1994 and 1999 can vaccinate themselves for free against hpv. The goal is to eradicate cervical cancer, but several regions are expected not to reach the goal, reports SVT News.
Several Swedish Regions Miss HPV Vaccine Target

Ticks from Across Sweden Stored in Researchers' Freezers for Study

In freezers at the National Veterinary Institute (SVA) and Uppsala University, thousands of submitted tick specimens are stored. The bloodsuckers will provide answers on where in the country the disease-carrying specimens have their haunts.
Ticks from Across Sweden Stored in Researchers' Freezers for Study

New COVID Variant Nimbus Detected in Sweden Amid Global Spread

The new COVID-19 variant "Nimbus" is spreading quickly in Asia and infection cases have been found in Sweden, reports TV4 Nyheterna. .
New COVID Variant Nimbus Detected in Sweden Amid Global Spread

Swedish Theme Park Wins 28 Million Kronor in Pandemic Closure Case

The Swedish state is ordered to pay damages of approximately 28 million kronor to the theme park Astrid Lindgren's World after the forced closure during the pandemic. .
Swedish Theme Park Wins 28 Million Kronor in Pandemic Closure Case

Sweden Bans Laughing Gas for Intoxication Use

The Riksdag has passed a law that prohibits laughing gas for intoxication purposes. It will come into force on July 1.
Sweden Bans Laughing Gas for Intoxication Use

Municipal Delays Impact Farm Alcohol Sales as Permits Begin

Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (CD) criticizes "extreme" differences between municipalities' fees and processing times. It is not reasonable for a task that is largely standardized.
Municipal Delays Impact Farm Alcohol Sales as Permits Begin

Municipalities Vary in Approaches to Farm Sales of Beer and Wine

When farm sales of beer and wine are allowed from Sunday, it becomes clear how differently the municipalities choose to handle the permit process. In some cases, beer and wine manufacturers may have to wait until autumn.
Municipalities Vary in Approaches to Farm Sales of Beer and Wine

Free HPV Vaccination for Women Born 1994-1999 Ends June 30

Up to June 30, women born between 1994 and 1999 can get vaccinated against HPV free of charge. The goal is to eradicate cervical cancer, but to achieve this, more need to get the shot.
Free HPV Vaccination for Women Born 1994-1999 Ends June 30

TikTok Shows Kids 17 Junk Food Ads Per Hour, Survey Finds

Children are flooded with advertisements for junk food on social media, a new survey shows. Unicef Sweden and the Heart-Lung Foundation are demanding new laws that prohibit the marketing of unhealthy foods to children and young people.
TikTok Shows Kids 17 Junk Food Ads Per Hour, Survey Finds

Lower Covid Protection in Less Educated Elderly, Study Finds

Older individuals with a poor economy and/or low education have a weaker protection against covid-19. The proportion that continues to vaccinate themselves against the disease in these groups is lower and thereby the protection has become more unequal, shows a large study.
Lower Covid Protection in Less Educated Elderly, Study Finds

Legionella Bacteria Found at Stockholm Hospital: Patients Advised on Water Use

Patients at Södersjukhuset in Stockholm are advised against drinking directly from the tap and showering since water samples have shown that Legionella bacteria occur in the hospital's piping system, writes Aftonbladet. .
Legionella Bacteria Found at Stockholm Hospital: Patients Advised on Water Use

Kullavinbergs Vineyard Expands as Sweden Eases Farm Alcohol Sales Rules

Kullavinbergs Vineyard in Skåne welcomes the reduced requirements for farm sales of alcohol and is already planning for an expansion of the vineyard. But the industry organization Visitia thinks that the requirement for information about the harmful effects of alcohol is "unreasonable".
Kullavinbergs Vineyard Expands as Sweden Eases Farm Alcohol Sales Rules

Sweden Eases Requirements for Alcohol Sales at Farms

Sale of alcohol at farms shall be preceded by a visit arrangement of at least 30 minutes. This appears from the regulations the Public Health Agency has now.
Sweden Eases Requirements for Alcohol Sales at Farms

Majority of Swedes Support Limiting Children's Screen Time

Two thirds of Swedes over 15 years old want to limit screen time for children, shows the latest Som survey. .
Majority of Swedes Support Limiting Children's Screen Time

Flu Season Ends with Significant Decrease in Cases

Last winter, the healthcare system sounded the alarm about high workload due to the flu. Now the season is coming to an end.
Flu Season Ends with Significant Decrease in Cases

First Anthrax Death in Thailand in 30 Years Reported

A Thai man has died of anthrax. It is the country's first death from the feared infectious disease in several decades.
First Anthrax Death in Thailand in 30 Years Reported

Sweden Nears HPV Vaccine Goal to Eradicate Cervical Cancer

Sweden may be on its way to eradicate cervical cancer. A project with free HPV vaccines is in the final stretch – and the statistics look promising.
Sweden Nears HPV Vaccine Goal to Eradicate Cervical Cancer

Man Sentenced for Leaking Covid Vaccination Data in Sweden

A consultant who previously worked for the Public Health Agency (PHA) is convicted of breaching confidentiality after disclosing personal data of approximately 800 individuals who were vaccinated against covid-19. .
Man Sentenced for Leaking Covid Vaccination Data in Sweden

Sweden's New Farm Sales Law Criticized for Complexity

From June 1, farm sales will be permitted in Sweden. But the Public Health Agency's detailed regulations receive harsh criticism.
Sweden's New Farm Sales Law Criticized for Complexity
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