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Strategy to combat loneliness
Sweden will get its first strategy against loneliness. Loneliness is one of our time's major social problems, says Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (KD) at a press conference.
Adult Swedes' eating worse and worse – and men eat the worst
Adult Swedes' eating habits continue their downward trend. Men still eat worse than women at group level.
Better eating habits are the primary weapon against heart disease
The number of new cases of heart disease is expected to increase drastically over the next 50 years. Better eating habits are pointed out as the single most effective measure to reverse the trend, according to a new report.
Physical violence during sex widespread among young people
Every fifth young woman has been subjected to physical violence during sex, and almost every fourth has been raped, shows a large survey from the Public Health Agency among people between 16 and 29 years old. I feel both sorrow and dismay, but also a desire to try to do something about this, says Klara Abrahamsson, one of the project leaders for the report.
Cancer will soon be the most common cause of death
The number of cancer cases in Sweden is increasing and soon the disease is expected to be the most common cause of death among women. Now, the National Board of Health and Welfare is launching a new tool to improve cancer care.
The Government Classifies Plant Drug as Narcotic
The popular plant-based drug kratom is now being classified as a narcotic by the government, reports P3 News. This follows a proposal from the Public Health Agency earlier this year.
Cases of Rubella Discovered in the Gothenburg Area
Several cases of parvovirus have been confirmed in the Gothenburg area. According to a press release from the Västra Götaland Region, the cases are however connected.
Proposal: Limit Advertising for Junk Food and Snacks
Limit advertising for unhealthy products in social media and limit junk food in public facilities such as swimming centers. These are some of the proposals to reverse the trend and get children and young people to eat better.
1.6 billion for strategy against mental illness
The Government is allocating, in an agreement with the Swedish Association of Local Authorities and Regions (SALAR), nearly 1. 6 billion kronor for the national strategy on mental health and suicide prevention.
The Doctor: Covid Made Me a Different Person
Intensive care staff in 12-hour shifts far from home and relatives who were denied visits to dying family members. The Covid pandemic, which came to Sweden exactly five years ago, has left its mark on those who toiled in healthcare.
Imported as soap - this is how the plant drug is to be stopped
The Public Health Agency wants to classify the drug kratom as a narcotic, which is becoming increasingly popular. In 2023, 42 tons of the plant were imported.
Public Health Agency: Kratom Classified as Narcotics
The Public Health Agency (PHA) proposes that the government should classify the plant kratom as a narcotic. .
The Tip for Quitting Vapes
Did "stop vaping" make it into your New Year's resolution? Then there are a few methods that seem more effective than others, according to a new review. .
The RS virus is spreading – protect the youngest and oldest
The season for the troublesome RS virus has begun and the spread is expected to increase going forward. The youngest and oldest in the population are at greatest risk.
How many steps are needed to feel better
Around 5,000 steps a day can be enough to keep depressive symptoms away. Even just increasing the number of steps by 1,000 has a positive effect.
Time to Wake Up: A New Strategy Against Mental Illness
Mental illness is a question for the entire society and not just for healthcare. It's time for Sweden to wake up, says Minister for Social Affairs Camilla Waltersson Grönvall (The Moderate Party) about the government's new strategy.
Record number of people got salmonella in Sweden – trend break
A record number of people in Sweden fell ill with salmonella last year, according to preliminary figures from the Public Health Agency. Moreover, more people are now infected in Sweden than abroad.
The influenza is here – a significant increase is expected
Several different viruses are circulating in Sweden now during the winter. The past few weeks, it's the seasonal flu that has taken extra speed and is expected to increase.
New advice: How young people can stop using their mobile phones
Keep your mobile away from the bedroom, and learn your children's apps. This is the Public Health Agency's advice to parents to follow the new recommendations regarding screen time.
So you avoid winter vomiting disease at Christmas
In the midst of the Christmas season, the winter vomiting disease has made its entrance. This is what the Public Health Agency's recommendations look like to avoid spending the Christmas holidays on the toilet.
The support line against mental illness is now open
Today, a national support hotline is opening where people with mental illness can call – around the clock, every day of the week. Unfortunately, we see a great need for help when life is at its darkest, says Minister for Social Affairs Jakob Forssmed (Christian Democrats).
The Public Health Agency: Winter Vomiting Disease is Here
This year's winter vomiting disease is here, writes the Public Health Agency on its website. .
Horse Sausage Recalled – May Contain Listeria
The meat and charcuterie producer Mora salt and smoking is recalling the product Bryggarns Hästkorv manufactured and sold between November 4 and 18. The sausage may contain listeria, according to both the National Food Agency and Mora salt and smoking on their websites.
Rapid Spread of Multiresistant Bacteria
A multiresistant strain of the E. coli bacterium is spreading rapidly in Europe, according to the Public Health Agency, which describes the spread rate as "alarming".
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