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Finns falling behind: New study reveals surprising trends in fitness

WebA recent Finnish health survey, Terve Suomi, reveals concerning trends about the physical activity, sleep, and dietary habits among adults. The study, conducted between Autumn 2022 and Spring 2023, underscores growing health challenges in …

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Study: Finns’ quality of life has declined, suicidal thoughts become

WebChina News. Study: Finns’ quality of life has declined, suicidal thoughts become more common in recent years. Finland. 22 May 2023. A patient entering an examination room at a health centre in Helsinki on 28 December 2022. The Finnish …

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Finland needs immediate action to improve preventive health care …

WebThe problems in health and social care have remained the same for a long time. The past governments have tried to implement comprehensive reforms over the past 15 years. The health system is complex, multi-tiered and decentralised. Population is …

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Health & wellbeing news from Finland "Helsinki Times"

WebHealth & wellbeing. 23 April 2024. Print. Photo: STUK. Melanoma incidence in Finland is on the rise, particularly among the younger population who often underestimate the long-term health risks posed by sun exposure. Despite increasing awareness about the dangers of …

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New study shows Helsinki is the healthiest city to raise a family

WebWhen moving to another city to raise a family, there are a number of aspects you need to take into consideration. From finance and childcare to attractions and general health, choosing the right city plays a vital role in the upbringing of your family. CIA …

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Helsinki is the third fittest city in the world: new study

Web32.7. 26.00%. 10.50%. Amsterdam has been crowned the world's fittest city. The city boasts the highest number of individuals who cycle to work, at nearly 46%, as well as a large number of gym fanatics, nearly 17.5% of the population. People living in Oslo …

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Rising mental health visits in private healthcare highlight growing

WebIn Finland, private healthcare facilities are reporting a significant increase in mental health-related visits, with a notably higher proportion of women seeking help for depression and anxiety. This trend reflects the growing mental health challenges faced …

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Finnish national health index reveals regional disparities in

WebThe Finnish National Health Index, jointly published by Kela (The Social Insurance Institution of Finland) and the National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), has revealed significant regional differences in disability and illness rates across Finland. …

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We need good end-of-life care, not euthanasia

WebI was relieved when in 2018 MPs in Finland rejected a draft bill to legalize euthanasia and assisted suicide by a vote of 128 to 60. Instead, the Parliament preferred to support the Social Affairs and Health Committee’s recommendation to create a working …

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Elevated mortality rates in Finland in November 2023 linked to …

WebIn November 2023, Finland experienced an unusually high number of deaths, 40% more than expected based on averages from 2016–2019, according to data released by Eurostat, the EU’s statistical office. This spike in mortality has been attributed to the ongoing …

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Rising obesity rates pose significant issues for Finns finds Terve

WebA recent study by the National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), known as the "Terve Suomi" study, has revealed alarming trends in the health of the Finnish population. The research highlights a growing problem of obesity and its associated …

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Expert at THL: Unvaccinated adults key for burden on hospitals

WebTHE DEBATE in Finland about vaccinating under 12-year-olds against the new coronavirus and expanding and bringing forward the third round of vaccinations is somewhat misguided, views Hanna Nohynek, a chief physician at the Finnish Institute for …

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All the latest news about Finland on "Helsinki Times"

WebTemperatures in Finland could hit 25°C this week, say forecasts. People took photos of budding cherry blossoms in Roihuvuori, Helsinki, on Saturday, 11 May 2024. This week will bring a noticeable change in weather, with forecasts indicating that the mercury …

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Benefits of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine outweigh risks: WHO

WebThe World Health Organization's Strategic Advisory Group of Experts (SAGE) said on Wednesday that the benefits of the AstraZeneca/Oxford University COVID-19 vaccine outweigh the potential risks. "The data reviewed by WHO support the …

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Student's poor eating habits may lead to lifetime of illness: Study

WebA UBC Okanagan researcher warns that bad eating habits developed during post-secondary study might lead to future health problems including obesity, respiratory ailments, and depression. Dr. Joan Bottorff, a Professor with UBCO's School of Nursing, is one of …

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Finland’s nursing shortage leads to decrease in hospital beds

WebAccording to the Union of Health and Social Care Services (Tehy), Finland’s primary trade union for healthcare workers, the acute shortage of nursing staff in Finland has compelled multiple hospitals to cut down the number of vacant beds.. A stressful work …

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Liquor, tar and sauna – excuse, myth or an option

WebReading Mode. “JOS ei viina, terva ja sauna auta, niin tauti on kuolemaksi” is an old Finnish proverb basically meaning that if liquor, tar and sauna won’t help, an illness is fatal. In the old times, when the availability of medical treatments and medicine was a …

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Workplace well-being in Finland continues to decline, says study

WebThe state of Finnish work well-being and capacity continues to decline, according to the latest report by the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health. The report reveals that there has been a mild decline in the investment in work, while the incidence …

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