Clothing and kitchenware containing ‘forever chemicals’ to be banned in Sweden
Sweden has announced a ban on “forever chemicals,” known as PFAS, in clothing, kitchenware, cosmetics, and other products beginning in 202...
Norway boosts WHO Health Contingencies Fund with NOK 50 million after Ebola crisis
According to the UN, Norway is providing NOK 50 million to the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Health Contingencies Fund in response to the latest E...
Alzheimer’s brain changes detection blood test introduced in Norway
It was reported by NRK that a new blood test to detect brain changes linked to Alzheimer’s disease has been introduced in Norway. The tests meas...
Finland’s life expectancy reaches new record high
The life expectancy in Finland has reached a new high, with averages for men at 79.6 years and women at 84.8 years. According to Statistics Finland, t...
Skyr in Iceland: New study finds Iceland’s cheese as one of Europe’s favourites
A new study conducted by Inghams Walking has placed Iceland’s Skyr as one of Europe’s favourite cheeses, placing it in 7th place. The study, ‘Brie-ond...
Obesity in Finland: One in four adults obese claims Finnish Institute
According to the latest statistics published by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare, one in four adults in Finland is classified as obes...
Promotion of junk food directed towards children to be banned in Denmark
The promotion of junk food that’s directed at children under the age of 15 is to be banned in Denmark, including influencer campaigns. According to DR...
Sweden aims to be first country to eradicate cervical cancer
The Swedish government has announced its aim to be the first country to eradicate cervical cancer through a widespread vaccination program. As part of...