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New Targeted Mental Health Programs Launched in Blekinge and Dalarna
Blekinge and Dalarna regions have launched targeted mental health initiatives focused on preventive care, employment support, and suicide prevention, funded by state grants and local collaborations.
Calls Grow for External Investigation into Pediatric Cardiologist Case Amid Healthcare Safety Concerns
Political parties in Sweden call for an external investigation into a pediatric cardiologist's case amid concerns over patient safety and elder care neglect.
Government Dental Care Subsidies in Sweden Fail to Lower Patient Costs, Benefit Dentists Instead
A Riksrevisionen review shows Sweden's dental subsidies mainly benefit dental providers through higher prices rather than reducing patient costs.
Sweden Takes Political and Educational Steps to Address Youth Mental Health Crisis
Sweden enhances focus on youth mental health through school education and political initiatives, highlighting support for marginalized Sámi communities and investment in psychiatric care.
Swedish Elderly Care Under Scrutiny as Political Debate Highlights Neglect and Staffing Challenges
Political debate in Sweden exposes deep challenges in elderly care, focusing on neglected welfare, staffing shortages, and contested policy priorities.
Sweden Renewed Its Billion-Kronor Mental Health Funding Initiative for 2026
Sweden allocates 1.32 billion kronor in 2026 to bolster mental health services with a collaborative, long-term strategy involving multiple agencies.
Political Consensus to Scrap Millennium Healthcare Journal System in Västra Götaland
Västra Götaland politicians unanimously agree to abolish the failed Millennium healthcare journal system, paving the way for a new replacement process.
Rising Youth Mental Health Issues in Sweden Demand Political Responsibility
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.
Healthcare Emerges as Top Voter Concern in Sweden, Surpassing Law and Order
A November 2025 poll shows Swedish voters prioritize healthcare over law and order, with notable trust in Social Democrats' healthcare policies.
Healthcare Tops Voter Concerns in Latest November 2025 Swedish Survey
November 2025 survey reveals healthcare as the top voter concern in Sweden, with Socialdemokraterna seen by a third as having the best healthcare policy amid widespread uncertainty.
Swedish Politicians Respond to Home Care Criticism Amid Rising Political Hostility
Swedish politicians pledge reforms in home care amidst reports of service issues and an increasingly hostile political environment challenging public trust.
Swedish Healthcare Faces Political Turmoil Over Privileged Access and Workplace Harassment Allegations
Swedish healthcare is embroiled in controversies over politicians' privileged access to care and harassment allegations in healthcare governance, spotlighting challenges to equality and workplace conduct.
Sweden Advances Community Mental Health with Free Drop-In Centers and Holistic Strategies
Sweden has implemented free municipal psychological drop-in centers and comprehensive strategies focusing on community-based mental health and suicide prevention.
Sweden Launches National Action Plan to Combat Cardiovascular Diseases
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.
Sweden to Launch National Action Plan to Strengthen Cardiovascular Care
Sweden's government unveils a comprehensive plan to improve cardiovascular care and reduce treatment disparities across the nation by 2028.
Significant Regional Disparities and Systemic Challenges in Sweden's Compulsory Psychiatric Care
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.
Sweden Launches Ambitious Ten-Year Strategy to Combat Antibiotic Resistance
Sweden introduces a robust ten-year national strategy including strict prescription rules and vaccination initiatives to curb antibiotic resistance by 2035.
Concerns Rise Over Weight Loss Medication Use and Marketing in Sweden
Weight loss medication risks and questionable marketing practices raise health and legal concerns in Sweden amid rising obesity rates.
Unregulated Psychedelic Therapy and High Suicide Risk Post-Psychiatric Care Raise Concerns in Sweden
Investigations reveal illegal psychedelic therapies offered by Stockholm psychologists and a markedly high suicide risk following involuntary psychiatric care discharge in Sweden.
Swedish Government Launches New Initiatives to Combat Mental Health Stigma and Improve Youth Health Support
Sweden launches new government assignments to reduce mental health stigma, study orthorexia nervosa, and improve equitable youth health services with a national program to monitor child and youth health.
Swedish Government Pushes for More Equitable Youth Mental Health Services
Sweden assigns health agencies to level disparities in youth mental health clinics, boosting resources and targeting stigma reduction.
Debate Intensifies Over Patient Choice and Political Control in Swedish Healthcare
The debate in Sweden heats up over patient choice in healthcare as private clinics show higher patient satisfaction, while home care services face operational crises.
Swedish Healthcare Debate Intensifies Over Home Births Amid Safety Concerns and Resource Allocation
Sweden faces intense debate over home births as experts highlight risks and government prioritization of healthcare resources.
Nooshi Dadgostar and Vänsterpartiet Demand Government Change Over Healthcare Crisis
Nooshi Dadgostar and Vänsterpartiet criticize current government healthcare policies, pledging reforms and campaigning for change ahead of elections.
Region Värmland Doubles Funding to Boost Youth Mental Health Services in 2025
Region Värmland increases its 2025 youth mental health budget to 120 million SEK, doubling funding for psychiatric services to meet growing demand and reduce waiting times.
Region Stockholm Increases Funding for Cultural Activities in Healthcare to Enhance Patient Well-being
Region Stockholm raises its budget for cultural healthcare projects to 5.5 million kronor annually, introducing multi-year funding to enhance patient and staff well-being.
New Digital and Policy Initiatives Strengthen Youth Mental Health and Safety in Sweden and Europe
Sweden launches a new mental health app for youth and proposes experts to a European panel tackling children's online safety.
Economic Concerns Drive Psychiatry Staffing Cuts and New Hospital Plans in Sweden
Cost-driven staff cuts in Stockholm psychiatric services and economic priorities in Växjö hospital planning highlight Sweden's healthcare funding challenges.
Danderyd Allocates Significant Funds to Youth Mental Health in 2025 Budget
Danderyd's 2025 budget dedicates 11 million SEK to youth mental health, supplemented by regional initiatives like delayed school start times and services from Underfundarna.
Swedish Municipality Allocates Five Million Kronor to Combat Mental Health Issues
A Swedish municipality has committed five million kronor to programs combatting mental health challenges, with plans to broaden support groups by 2026.
Struggles of Post-COVID and ME/CFS Patients Reveal Gaps in Swedish Healthcare
Patients with post-COVID and ME/CFS in Sweden face mistrust and inadequate care, highlighting systemic healthcare challenges.
SKR Urges State to Take Financial Responsibility for Forensic Psychiatry Amid Rising Strain
Sveriges kommuner och Regioner proposes that the Swedish state fund forensic psychiatry to address overcrowding and rising costs, while maintaining regional care integration.
Calls to Abolish Choice System Law Amid Investigation into Remote Doctor Work in Sweden's Healthcare
Left Party calls to abolish Sweden's choice system law in healthcare, paralleling an investigation into doctors' remote work practices amid regulatory concerns.
Calls to Abolish Key Healthcare Law Amid Remote Work Regulation Review in Sweden
Swedish politicians urge repeal of the mandatory healthcare choice system law amid concerns over policy failures and launch an investigation into remote work compliance among healthcare professionals.
Sweden Faces Challenges Meeting WHO Target for Influenza Vaccination in 2025
Sweden's influenza vaccination coverage in 2025 remains below WHO's 75% target, with significant regional disparities and calls to improve vaccination rates among at-risk groups.
Sweden Struggles to Meet WHO's 75% Influenza Vaccination Target for At-Risk Groups
Sweden continues to miss the WHO's 75% influenza vaccination coverage target for at-risk populations, with regional disparities and low uptake among younger groups posing challenges as the vaccination season begins.
Vänsterpartiet Proposes Boost in Child Allowance and Healthcare Funding in 2025 Budget
Vänsterpartiet's 2025 budget proposal emphasizes increased child allowances, additional healthcare funding, and modifications to electricity cost protections to support Swedish families and regional healthcare systems.
Vänsterpartiet Proposes Major Boost in Healthcare and Family Support in 2025 Budget
Vänsterpartiet's 2025 budget plan proposes substantial increases for healthcare funding and family support, criticizing the government's handling of regional finances and social benefits.
Leadership Turmoil at Karolinska University Hospital: Per Mattsson Resigns Amid Criticism
Per Mattsson resigns from Karolinska University Hospital amid leadership criticisms and controversy.