Women who use estrogen patches for menopausal symptoms will have difficulty getting their medication this autumn. This despite the fact that the Medical Products Agency has renewed the import of American patches to resolve the Swedish shortage.
SwedenKetamine drops are used in several regions for severe depression – despite the treatment not being approved. Now the Medical Products Agency is opening up for a new recommendation regarding the controversial treatment.
SwedenThe last ten years have seen a 250 percent increase in questions about poisonings with ADHD medication, and the increase continues, according to new figures from the Poison Information Centre. Poorer mental health may be an explanation.
SwedenThe nasal spray naloxone, which can counteract opioid overdoses, is now available to purchase without a prescription at pharmacies in Sweden. It's a huge step forward, but we can't stop here, says Jennie Gejel, chairperson of the User Association in Stockholm.
SwedenFive out of ten sunscreens with sun protection factor 50 do not have the high protection they claim, shows a Norwegian study. Several of them are sunscreens for children and are sold in Sweden.
SwedenA child in Uppsala died in October last year after being affected by TBE - despite full vaccination against the brain inflammation. Such a serious case, I have not experienced before, says Tomas Bergström, professor and chief physician at Sahlgrenska University Hospital.
SwedenTonsillitis caused by group A streptococci should be treated by healthcare to a greater extent than before, believes the Public Health Agency. Otherwise, there is a risk that some will become seriously ill with sepsis, reports Vetenskapsradion.
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