Sweden responds to growing mental health issues in schools with government initiatives targeting reduced screen time for children and improved working conditions for preschool teachers.
An aggressive H5N1 bird flu outbreak in southern Sweden notably affects cranes and geese, leading to public warnings against handling sick birds due to health risks.
Swedish political leaders and experts call for strengthened mental health services and preventive measures to address the rising mental health challenges among youth, particularly adolescent girls.
Örebro University researchers have developed two AI models utilizing EEG data to provide accurate and privacy-conscious early dementia diagnosis, marking a significant advance in Swedish healthcare technology.
Sweden faces an early, intensified flu season fueled by a contagious K-variant of influenza A, causing high infection rates and notable school outbreaks.
Örebro University and international partners have created AI models that enable earlier and more accurate detection of dementia, promising improved patient care.
Norrbotten is reforming heart care to empower patients amid the backdrop of a serious ambulance delay incident impacting a critical heart patient.
Alphind launches an innovative dual-platform system in Sweden for predictive health monitoring in elderly care, aiming to reduce falls and improve well-being through integrated sensor and clinical data.
A surge in vole populations in northern Sweden, especially in Västerbotten, raises the risk of sorkfeber infections this winter, prompting warnings from researchers and health experts.
Swedish authorities warn of a significant rise in influenza cases fueled by a new virus variant amid ongoing COVID-19 concerns, urging vaccinations and precautions.
The World Table Tennis for Health Festival 2025 in Helsingborg highlights the sport’s health benefits for individuals with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer's, featuring record participation and global engagement.
Sparbanksstiftelsen Skaraborg allocates 3 million kronor towards mental health projects in Skaraborg municipalities, enhancing community well-being during its 25th anniversary.
Uppsala University receives major funding for preventive psychiatry and women’s health research while experts highlight rising stress illnesses among young Swedes and emphasize early intervention.
A 21-year-old Swedish woman with ME/CFS and post-COVID illness faces severe health challenges and systemic healthcare misunderstandings.
A revolutionary new technology has restored vision in most blind patients with macular degeneration after a year-long clinical study in Europe.
A debate in Sweden advocates for recognizing cultural activities as part of wellness benefits to improve public health and better utilize unused wellness funds.
A new technological breakthrough has enabled most patients in a study to regain vision lost to macular degeneration, restoring their ability to read and improving daily life.
Sweden has implemented free municipal psychological drop-in centers and comprehensive strategies focusing on community-based mental health and suicide prevention.
Sweden's government has tasked Socialstyrelsen with developing a national plan focused on equitable prevention, treatment, and management of cardiovascular diseases affecting one in five Swedes.
A pediatric cardiologist in Jönköping is under investigation after misdiagnosing numerous children with heart conditions, leading to patient safety reports and suspensions.
Sweden's government unveils a comprehensive plan to improve cardiovascular care and reduce treatment disparities across the nation by 2028.
Birger Öhman, at 86, credits lifestyle choices, including targeted exercise and protein intake, for his improved health and defying typical aging decline.
Swedish influencers Kevin Bang and Josephine Qvist share their personal and family health challenges, highlighting fears and healthcare struggles.
A Socialstyrelsen report uncovers major regional disparities and systemic problems in compulsory psychiatric care across Sweden, highlighting risks for patients whose first psychiatric encounter is involuntary.
Skandia's foundation funds the SWEFIT study to measure the physical health, fitness, and lifestyle of 4,000 Swedish youths aged 13-18, addressing a critical knowledge gap.
Five women reveal the intense physical and emotional challenges caused by severe side effects of antihormonal breast cancer treatments.
A patient in Stockholm successfully underwent a 19-hour double hand transplant at Södersjukhuset, regaining hand function three months later in a significant medical achievement for Sweden.
Sweden introduces a robust ten-year national strategy including strict prescription rules and vaccination initiatives to curb antibiotic resistance by 2035.
Swedish regions and organizations launch projects promoting physical activity and nature exposure to boost public health.
A participant on TV4's 'Berget' died due to ignored medical warnings and safety failures, exposing critical lapses in emergency response during filming.
Social media-driven fears about breast cancer risks from birth control pills have surged in Sweden, prompting healthcare experts to call for balanced information and caution against misinformation.
Warnings about a heart doctor's flawed evaluations of children were overlooked by management at a Jönköping children's clinic, leading to patient safety concerns and regulatory reporting.
Swedish researchers have developed an AI-based method that improves early prostate cancer detection by identifying tissue changes missed by traditional biopsies.
Swedish physician Emelie's burnout experience highlights alarming mental health challenges and suicide risks doctors face, urging systemic healthcare reforms.
Indivior's immediate withdrawal of Subutex from Sweden causes alarm over opioid treatment options, with experts warning of a crisis due to lack of equivalent medications.
The withdrawal of the opioid addiction medication Subutex from Sweden's market next year is prompting a healthcare crisis, with experts urging urgent solutions to maintain effective treatment for opioid-dependent patients.
A significant portion of Swedish children, especially under two years, are diagnosed late with Type 1 diabetes, leading to serious health risks and calls for increased screening.
Weight loss medication risks and questionable marketing practices raise health and legal concerns in Sweden amid rising obesity rates.
A patient in Kronoberg lost sight in both eyes after a nine-month wait and further delays for specialized treatment, prompting a formal investigation and calls for improved healthcare coordination.
New research identifies twelve genetic regions linked to early onset depression and associated suicide risk, highlighting potential for improved suicide prevention.
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