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Proposal to Ban Snus in Schools Gains Support for Including Teachers
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Proposal to Ban Snus in Schools Gains Support for Including Teachers

The use of snus is increasing avalanche-like among young people in Sweden. The tobacco industry describes it as a success story in the fight against smoking – a claim that is contradicted by research in the area
Public Health Agency Plans New Infectious Disease Control Department
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Public Health Agency Plans New Infectious Disease Control Department

Magnus Gisslén directed sharp criticism at the Public Health Agency when he stopped as state epidemiologist. Now the agency is presenting a proposal for a new department for infectious disease control and preparedness
Children's Digital Media Use Declines as Screen Time Debate Grows
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Children's Digital Media Use Declines as Screen Time Debate Grows

The time that children devote to digital media is decreasing and parents have become more negatively inclined towards social media and games, according to a new report from the Media Authority.
Minister Opposes Snus Ban for Teachers in Sweden
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Minister Opposes Snus Ban for Teachers in Sweden

The use of snus has increased explosively among young people in Sweden, and a ban on teachers using snus during school hours would contribute to de-normalizing the use, according to the Public Health Agency. Education Minister Simona Mohamsson (The Liberals) rejects such a ban and calls it "moralistic"
Proposal to Ban Snus in Swedish Schools May Include Teachers
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Proposal to Ban Snus in Swedish Schools May Include Teachers

Snus consumption is increasing rapidly among the young in Sweden. The tobacco industry describes it as a success story in the fight against smoking – a claim that is contradicted by research in the area
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Eggs Affects Multiple Regions
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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Eggs Affects Multiple Regions

Salmonella Outbreak in Sweden Linked to Local Egg Producer
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Salmonella Outbreak in Sweden Linked to Local Egg Producer

The Salmonella outbreak that affected nursing homes in Katrineholm can be linked to eggs, writes Region Sörmland in a press release.
Government Plans to Add Chickenpox Vaccine to Child Vaccination Program
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Government Plans to Add Chickenpox Vaccine to Child Vaccination Program

The Government wants the vaccine against chickenpox to be introduced in the national general vaccination program for children.
How to Avoid Salmonella: Tips for Safe Egg and Food Handling
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How to Avoid Salmonella: Tips for Safe Egg and Food Handling

The recent outbreak of salmonella has caused some concern. If you want to do your best to avoid the stomach disease, there are a few simple rules to follow
Sweden to Establish Suicide Investigation Commission in 2026
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Sweden to Establish Suicide Investigation Commission in 2026

The Government proposes in the autumn budget a number of initiatives within psychiatric care. Among other things, a commission of inquiry will be established every time a child commits suicide
Fungal Disease Candida Auris Spreading Rapidly in Europe
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Fungal Disease Candida Auris Spreading Rapidly in Europe

A yeast fungus that causes serious infections is spreading rapidly in Europe. It is difficult to treat and spreads mainly in hospitals
Salmonella Outbreak in Katrineholm: One Death Linked to Infection
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Salmonella Outbreak in Katrineholm: One Death Linked to Infection

One of the people who died after a salmonella outbreak affected elderly housing in Katrineholm was infected with salmonella, reports SVT Sörmland. 33 people have at the same time been confirmed infected
Most Older Swedes Report Good Mental Health but Group Differences Exist
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Most Older Swedes Report Good Mental Health but Group Differences Exist

The vast majority of older Swedes are doing well mentally. This is shown by a new survey from the Public Health Agency (FHM)
Erik Sturegård Responds to Criticism of Sweden's Public Health Agency
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Erik Sturegård Responds to Criticism of Sweden's Public Health Agency

Sweden's new state epidemiologist Erik Sturegård defends the Public Health Agency after the harsh criticism that the predecessor Magnus Gisslén directed against the agency.
Swedish Health Agency to Learn from Nordic Countries After Criticism
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Swedish Health Agency to Learn from Nordic Countries After Criticism

Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (KD) welcomes the reform work that has been initiated at the Public Health Agency after the criticism storm from the former state epidemiologist. But more needs to be done and the agency will now learn from other Nordic countries
Why Colds Spread After the Holiday Season
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Why Colds Spread After the Holiday Season

Welcome back – and cheers. When we gather at the workplaces after the summer, not only our colleagues are waiting, but also the risk of being infected by their viruses
Minister Calls Meeting Over Public Health Agency Criticism
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Minister Calls Meeting Over Public Health Agency Criticism

Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (KD) has once again summoned the Director-General of the Public Health Agency Olivia Wigzell. I take the criticism seriously, says the minister
Mosquito-Borne Diseases Surge in European Tourist Hotspots This Year
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Mosquito-Borne Diseases Surge in European Tourist Hotspots This Year

This year, Europe has had unusually large outbreaks of mosquito-borne diseases. Longer summers and milder winters favor mosquitoes that can spread viruses such as dengue, West Nile and chikungunya
Public Health Agency Criticized for Withdrawing Tonsillitis Guidelines
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Public Health Agency Criticized for Withdrawing Tonsillitis Guidelines

The Public Health Agency prioritized the relationship with external actors over science when it de-published recommendations regarding tonsillitis in the spring. This is the opinion of the outgoing state epidemiologist Magnus Gisslén, who elaborates on the criticism of his former employer
Public Health Agency Director-General Defends Medical Competence Availability
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Public Health Agency Director-General Defends Medical Competence Availability

The Public Health Agency's management team lacks deeper medical competence, according to the outgoing state epidemiologist Magnus Gisslén. The competence is always present when the decisions are to be made, replies the agency's director-general Olivia Wigzell
Public Health Agency Director-General Summoned After Criticism
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Public Health Agency Director-General Summoned After Criticism

Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (KD) has summoned the Director-General of the Public Health Agency Olivia Wigzell, after the criticism presented by the outgoing state epidemiologist Magnus Gisslén. The meeting took place this morning
Center Party Seeks Minister's Response on Sweden's Pandemic Preparedness
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Center Party Seeks Minister's Response on Sweden's Pandemic Preparedness

The Centre Party is summoning Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (The Christian Democrats) to the Riksdag's Social Affairs Committee. They demand that he answers how Sweden's preparedness for a new pandemic looks
Record Number of Swedes Infected with TBE This Year
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Record Number of Swedes Infected with TBE This Year

Summer, sun – and ticks. Until August 18, 269 Swedes have been infected with TBE, which is a record
State Epidemiologist Magnus Gisslén Resigns Amid Criticism
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State Epidemiologist Magnus Gisslén Resigns Amid Criticism

State epidemiologist Magnus Gisslén leaves the Public Health Agency and directs harsh criticism at his old employer.
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