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Why Isn't Dental Health Considered Primary Medical Care?: Ailments of the mouth can put the body at risk for a slew of other ills. Some practitioners think ...
knowablemagazine.org/content/article/health-disease/2024/why-isnt-dental-health-considered-primary-medical-care
End of the combustion engine: the last diesel has rolled off the Volvo production line
handelsblatt.com/mobilitaet/motor/verbrenner-aus-bei-volvo-ist-der-letzte-diesel-vom-band-gelaufen/100028176.html
World Water Day 2024: bridging divides through water cooperation: Today, World Water Day 2024 calls us to action, to unite around the theme of "Water for ...
who.int/news/item/22-03-2024-world-water-day-2024--bridging-divides-through-water-cooperation
Quick Glance: World Water Day: Global Stories of Water Crisis
- Worldwide, people are struggling with basic needs due to dried-up rivers and contaminated water.
- Human-induced climate change exacerbates water scarcity for 2.2 billion people globally.
- From Peru to Indonesia, Morocco, California, Kenya, and India, individuals share their challenges in accessing clean water.
- Scarcity, pollution, and depletion of water sources affect communities in Lima, Jakarta, Ras el Ma, Corning, Makueni County, and Bawal.
Tuberculosis (TB): Tuberculosis is caused by bacteria that most often affect the lungs. TB is curable and preventable and is spread from person to person through ...
who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/tuberculosis
Quick Glance: Tuberculosis: Significance, Treatment, and Prevention
- In 2022, 1.3 million people worldwide died from tuberculosis, including 167,000 people with HIV. This infectious disease ranks as the second most deadly illness after COVID-19.
- Tuberculosis is a prevalent disease that affects all age groups and countries. With an estimated 10.6 million cases globally in 2022, it is both preventable and curable.
- The administration of the BCG vaccine in certain countries aims to reduce the spread of tuberculosis. Symptoms such as persistent cough, chest pain, weakness, weight loss, fever, and night sweats are characteristic of the disease.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends the use of rapid tests for diagnosing tuberculosis and treatment with antibiotics. Multidrug-resistant tuberculosis remains a challenge for public health and health security.
The Corona protocols show that German politicians took measures without any scientific evidence. If Switzerland signs the WHO pandemic pact ...
weltwoche.ch/daily/die-corona-protokolle-belegen-dass-die-deutsche-politik-massnahmen-ergriffen-hat-ohne-dass-wissenschaftliche-belege-vorlagen-unterschreibt-die-schweiz-den-pandemiepakt-der-who-wird-dieser-fehler-a/
Scandinavian airline SAS loses half a billion kroner in one month: Scandinavian airline SAS lost 2.3 billion Swedish kronor, around 1.5 billion Danish kroner ...
thelocal.se/20240326/scandinavian-airline-sas-loses-half-a-billion-kroner-in-one-month
Ericsson to lay off 1,200 staff in Sweden as Chinese competition bites: Swedish telecoms equipment giant Ericsson said on Monday it was cutting 1 ...
thelocal.se/20240325/ericsson-to-lay-off-1200-staff-in-sweden-as-chinese-competition-bites
Sweden Home Construction Sector Shows Recovery Signs After Housing Plunge: Swedenโs home construction sector is showing tentative signs of recovery after ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-20/sweden-s-troubled-home-construction-sector-shows-signs-of-life
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UN chief says it's time to 'truly flood' Gaza with aid and calls starvation there an outrage
apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-news-03-23-2024-2939dce94ce6c4f1084ff3cb8444ce3a
Quick Glance: UN Chief Calls for Flooding Gaza with Aid Amidst Conflict
- UN Secretary-General Antรณnio Guterres urged an immediate cease-fire between Israel and Hamas to provide lifesaving aid to Gaza.
- Guterres highlighted the challenges of delivering aid to Gaza and called for Israel to grant total access for humanitarian goods.
- Israel's offensive in Gaza has resulted in over 32,000 deaths and widespread destruction, raising concerns about humanitarian access amidst the conflict.
LIVE: @DrTedros' remarks at the @IPUparliament 148th Assembly. #IPU148: World Health Organization (WHO) Live on X (Twitter)
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How to switch to a career in Sweden's booming gaming industry: Sweden's gaming industry is crying out for top international talent, but the skills shortage ...
thelocal.se/20231101/how-to-switch-to-a-career-in-swedens-booming-gaming-industry
How happy are people in Sweden compared to the rest of the world?: Sweden climbed two notches in the annual World Happiness Report, but is still behind its ...
thelocal.se/20240321/how-happy-are-people-in-sweden-compared-to-the-rest-of-the-world
Quick Glance: New Report: Kenya Ranks 114th in Happiness Index
- For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has secured the title of the world's happiest country, with Kenya ranking 114th out of a total of 143 countries. Conversely, Afghanistan finds itself at the bottom of the ranking as the unhappiest nation.
- The latest findings were unveiled on March 20, 2024, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness.
- This annual report relies on six key factors, encompassing social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and absence of corruption. The economic dimension serves as a pivotal gauge for happiness levels across different nations.
- Attaining happiness is contingent on various elements like career progression and tackling specific challenges. The United Nations advocates for a harmonized economic growth strategy that fosters happiness and well-being for all.
Sweden Quran burner says he will go to Norway: A Christian Iraqi who burned the Quran in Stockholm said "freedom of speech" in Sweden is a "big ...
dw.com/en/sweden-quran-burner-says-he-will-go-to-norway/a-68683234
Swedish minister does not exclude Gripen jets for Ukraine, says 'deliberations are ongoing'
kyivindependent.com/swedish-defense-minister-ukraine-needs-shells-quickly-ramping-up-production-can-take-years/
Sweden's Saab plans new US munitions facility to strengthen supply chain: Saab plans to build a new facility for weapon systems in the United States to boost ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/swedens-saab-plans-new-us-munitions-facility-strengthen-supply-chain-2024-03-26/
'Critical' to catch up on measles vaccinations to stem outbreaks, says WHO: Vaccinating children who missed their measles shots during the COVID-19 pandemic is ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/critical-catch-up-measles-vaccinations-stem-outbreaks-says-who-2024-03-19/
Global cholera alert: Vaccine production must be ramped up according to expert panel
spiegel.de/wissenschaft/cholera-alarm-impfstoffproduktion-muss-laut-expertengremium-hochgefahren-werden-a-a80a4379-4c15-44b2-85c8-e013bc4b4bd2
Measles cases in US rise to 62 as of Thursday, says CDC: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Friday the number of measles cases in ...
reuters.com/world/us/measles-cases-us-rise-62-thursday-says-cdc-2024-03-22/
Electric cars: Europe's battery revolution: Northvolt starts construction of its Gigafactory in Schleswig-Holstein on Monday. Behind the pioneer from Sweden are ...
faz.net/aktuell/wirtschaft/auto-verkehr/northvolt-und-die-gigafactory-europas-batterie-revolution-beginnt-19604927.html
UN chief says itโs time to โtruly floodโ Gaza with aid and calls starvation there an outrage
english.elpais.com/international/2024-03-23/un-chief-says-its-time-to-truly-flood-gaza-with-aid-and-calls-starvation-there-an-outrage.html
Witches and herring: Seven traditions that reveal it's Easter in Sweden: Happy Easter, that time of year when the witches go to dance with the devil... wait ...
thelocal.se/20160326/six-super-swedish-family-easter-traditions
Prague sanctions Medvedchuk over 'influence operations' in Czechia, EU: Fiala said that Viktor Medvedchuk and another sanction individual ...
kyivindependent.com/prague-sanctions-medvedchuk-over-influence-operations-in-czechia/
Germany's Nordex bags 98MW turbine order from Sweden's Holmen Energi: German wind-turbine manufacturer Nordex Group said on Wednesday that it has won an order ...
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Quick Glance: Nordex secures 98MW turbine contract from Holmen Energi in Sweden
- The Nordex Group, a German wind turbine manufacturer, has secured an order for wind turbines capable of producing 98 megawatts from Holmen Energi AB in Sweden, a subsidiary of the Stockholm-based Holmen Group.
- In addition to the turbine order, the agreement also includes the Premium Plus Service for a duration of 30 years.
- Specific financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
- Nordex will supply and install 14 N163/6.X turbines for the Blisterliden wind farm in a forested area of Vasterbotten, Sweden, during the summer of 2025.
Morning Bid: Yen on intervention watch, Riksbank awaited: A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Kevin Buckland
reuters.com/markets/europe/global-markets-view-europe-2024-03-27/
As Israel Blocks More U.N. Aid, Gaza Is on the Brink of โMost Intense Famineโ Since WW2
democracynow.org/2024/3/25/gaza
Sweden's SBB to buy back debt at 60% discount: Swedish real estate group SBB said on Sunday it would buy back debt worth 407.7 million euros ($441 million) for ...
reuters.com/markets/europe/swedens-sbb-buy-back-debt-60-discount-2024-03-24/
WHO study: 1 in 6 young people are victims of cyberbullying: Cyberbullying has increased in recent years, according to a major survey of schoolchildren in 44 ...
de.euronews.com/gesundheit/2024/03/27/neue-studie-1-von-6-jugendlichen-wird-opfer-von-cybermobbing-tendenz-steigend
How can Sweden make the most of English speakers' language skills?: Scandinavians may belong to some of the best countries in the world when it comes to speaking ...
thelocal.se/20240322/how-can-sweden-make-the-most-of-english-speakers-language-skills
Israeli hospital raid in Gaza enters 2nd week as fighting highlights Hamasโ return to cleared areas
nbcnews.com/news/world/israeli-gaza-raid-al-shifa-2nd-week-fighting-hamas-return-rcna144599
Quick Glance: Israeli hospital raid in Gaza escalates
- Israeli military operation at Gaza's main hospital Al-Shifa continues targeting militants.
- Concerns raised over civilian casualties, including displaced individuals sheltering at the hospital.
- The raid has left the hospital in ruins, with reports of mass arrests and deteriorating conditions for patients.
- Criticism of Israel's actions and calls to end the siege on the hospital emerge, while IDF defends the operation as necessary to damage Hamas and Islamic Jihad.
The U.S. Government Defended the Overseas Business Interests of Baby Formula Makers. Kids Paid the Price.
propublica.org/article/how-america-waged-global-campaign-against-baby-formula-regulation-thailand
Prof Yunus honored with Unesco award: Nobel peace laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus has been honored with "The Tree of Peace" award from Unesco at the closing ...
thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/news/prof-yunus-honoured-unesco-award-3572221
Sweden and Finland join Nato's biggest military exercise in decades: New members Sweden and Finland joined the manoeuvres in northern Norway ...
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68535762
Quick Glance: Sweden and Finland Participate in Nato's Largest Military Exercise
- Nato conducts military exercise to deter Russia.
- Sweden and Finland participate as full Nato members.
- Perception exists that Russia could target a Nato country in the long term.
- Nordic nations ramp up defense efforts due to proximity to Russia.
WHO and UNICEF launch free online course
to address childrenโs environmental health
who.int/news/item/13-03-2024-who-and-unicef-launch-free-online-course--to-address-children-s-environmental-health
Reader's story: How I slowly fell in love with the Swedish language: What makes a person want to learn Swedish? The Local's reader Sunny Das tries to answer ...
thelocal.se/20240321/readers-story-how-i-slowly-fell-in-love-with-the-swedish-language
1 in 6 adolescents victims of cyberbullying, new survey finds: Cyberbullying has increased over the last few years, a large survey of school-aged children in 44 ...
euronews.com/health/2024/03/27/1-in-6-adolescents-victims-of-cyberbullying-amid-increase-of-cases-new-study-finds
The Top Threat To Americansโ Health Is Not A Virus. Itโs Disinformation: As the world marks marks the fourth anniversary of the Covid-19 pandemic this week ...
forbes.com/sites/arthurkellermann/2024/03/12/the-top-threat-to-americans-health-is-not-a-virus-its-disinformation/
Which countries had the worst air quality in 2023?: Pakistan remained one of the world's three smoggiest countries in 2023, as Bangladesh and India replaced Chad ...
reuters.com/business/environment/bangladesh-pakistan-india-bottom-air-quality-rankings-2023-data-shows-2024-03-19/
REPORT: Immigrants more willing than Swedes to risk life to defend Sweden: People with foreign backgrounds in troubled suburbs are more willing than ...
thelocal.se/20240319/report-immigrants-more-willing-than-swedes-to-risk-life-to-defend-sweden
WHO urges investments for the scale up of tuberculosis screening and preventive treatment
who.int/news/item/18-03-2024-who-urges-investments-for-the-scale-up-of-tuberculosis-screening-and-preventive-treatment
Israel Kills Dozens in Ongoing Raid on Al-Shifa Hospital: Israeli forces are continuing the deadly raid on Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City ...
democracynow.org/2024/3/20/headlines/israel_kills_dozens_in_ongoing_raid_on_al_shifa_hospital
Quick Glance: Israeli Military Urges Evacuation of Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza
- Gazans at Al-Shifa Hospital told to evacuate as Israel's raid persists.
- Israel accuses Hamas of using the hospital for terrorist activities.
- IDF continues operation at the hospital with thousands trapped inside.
- WHO emphasizes the need to protect hospitals and raises concerns about patient care.
Swedish central bank holds rates, flags cut in May or June: Sweden's central bank held its key rate at 4.00% on Wednesday, as expected, and said inflationary ...
reuters.com/markets/europe/swedish-central-bank-holds-rates-flags-cut-may-or-june-2024-03-27/
Which countries had the worst air quality in 2023?: Pakistan remained one of the world's three smoggiest countries in 2023, as Bangladesh and India replaced Chad ...
reuters.com/business/environment/bangladesh-pakistan-india-bottom-air-quality-rankings-2023-data-shows-2024-03-19/
Swedish word of the day: dymmelonsdag: The Wednesday before Easter has an unusual name in Swedish: dymmelonsdag. Where does the name come from?
thelocal.se/20240327/swedish-word-of-the-day-dymmelonsdag
Switzerland fails to meet WHO air quality standards: Only seven countries met air quality standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO) last year ...
swissinfo.ch/eng/alpine-environment/switzerland-fails-to-meet-who-air-quality-standards/73903409
Germany arrests two over suspected Islamist plot on Swedish parliament: Germany has arrested two suspected Islamic State (IS) members for allegedly planning an ...
reuters.com/world/europe/germany-detains-two-over-suspected-islamist-attack-plot-swedish-parliament-2024-03-19/
The man in the iron lung: How Paul Alexander lived life to the full: He spent 72 years using an iron lung machine to breathe after surviving polio as a child.
bbc.com/news/health-68627630
Mother of โStar Warsโ child actor details his mental health struggles: Jake Lloyd, who played a young Anakin Skywalker, disappeared from the public eye after ...
scrippsnews.com/stories/the-real-life-saga-of-star-wars-child-actor-jake-lloyd/
Quick Glance: Mother of โStar Warsโ Child Actor Reveals Mental Health Struggles
- May will mark 25 years since the release of 'Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace.'
- Lisa Lloyd, Jake Lloyd's mother, shares insights into his tumultuous journey since the film and his battle with mental health issues.
- Jake's life has been marred by schizophrenia and other mental health challenges, leading to arrests and extended stays in mental health facilities.
- Despite the hardships, Lisa remains hopeful for Jake's future, believing in better days ahead.
Cholera is spreading - too little vaccine available: Cholera can be transmitted through water contaminated with faeces. Crisis regions are particularly affected.
morgenpost.de/vermischtes/article241935752/Cholera-breitet-sich-aus-zu-wenig-Impfstoff-vorhanden.html
Over 1 in 3 people affected by neurological conditions, the leading cause of illness and disability worldwide
who.int/news/item/14-03-2024-over-1-in-3-people-affected-by-neurological-conditions--the-leading-cause-of-illness-and-disability-worldwide
Puerto Rico declares public health emergency asย dengueย cases surge: Puerto Rico has declared a public health emergency due to a surging number of dengueย cases.
cnn.com/2024/03/28/health/dengue-fever-puerto-rico-emergency/
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Vaccine production is not enough: WHO sounds the alarm: cholera cases are skyrocketing
n-tv.de/wissen/WHO-schlaegt-Alarm-Cholera-Faelle-steigen-sprunghaft-an-article24820494.html
Mums ban outdoor fun as air pollution worsens in Vietnam capital: Nga Trang has nearly stopped going out in the evening and forbids her kids to play outdoors ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/mums-ban-outdoor-fun-air-pollution-worsens-vietnam-capital-2024-03-19/
How is Easter celebrated in Sweden?: In this week's Sweden in Focus Extra, Jonas Engman from the Nordic Museum gives us the lowdown on Swedish Easter ...
thelocal.se/20240327/how-is-easter-celebrated-in-sweden
More than 20 British citizens 'absconded' after orders to leave Sweden: More than 20 British citizens are feared to be living underground in Sweden ...
thelocal.se/20240322/more-than-20-british-citizens-absconded-after-orders-to-leave-sweden
The devastating effect of the Israel-Hamas war on education in Gaza: The World Health Organization says the future of an entire generation in Gaza is at risk ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/the-devastating-effect-of-the-israel-hamas-war-on-education-in-gaza
Chick-fil-A will stop using its โno antibiotics everโ label on chicken: Citing low chicken supplies, Chick-fil-A will back off its โno antibiotics everโ mantra ...
cnn.com/2024/03/25/business/chick-fil-a-antibiotics/
OPINION: Swedes, it's time to embrace language barriers, not avoid them: In a recent article in Dagens Nyheter, journalist Alex Schulman praises the Danish coach ...
thelocal.se/20240320/opinion-swedes-its-time-to-embrace-language-barriers-not-avoid-them
Japan health scare: Drugmaker reports two more deaths linked to supplement: Kobayashi Pharma recalled cholesterol-lowering supplements with red yeast rice over ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/28/japan-health-scare-drugmaker-reports-two-more-deaths-linked-to-supplement
Quick Glance: Two Deaths, 100 Hospitalisations in Japan Supplement Scare
- Two deaths and over 100 hospitalisations in Japan have been linked to dietary supplements intended to lower cholesterol.
- Japanese government is investigating after the recall of over-the-counter tablets by Kobayashi Pharmaceutical due to kidney complaints.
- Affected products include various health tablets, a rose-coloured sparkling sake, salad dressing, bread, and miso paste used in traditional dishes.
- The Health Minister urged the company to provide information promptly and instructed local authorities to collect data on health damage nationwide.
Long COVID Symptoms Among Americans on the Rise: Symptoms of long COVID are becoming more common among Americans, according to a new CDC survey.
webmd.com/covid/news/20240315/long-covid-symptoms-among-americans-on-the-rise
Easter traditions and Waffle Day: Essential articles for life in Sweden: Next week is a busy week for Swedes, with Waffle Day on Monday before Easter is ...
thelocal.se/20240324/easter-traditions-and-waffle-day-essential-articles-for-life-in-sweden
Greta Thunberg, other climate activists block Swedish parliament entrances: Greta Thunberg and dozens of other environmental campaigners blocked the main ...
reuters.com/world/europe/greta-thunberg-other-climate-activists-block-swedish-parliament-entrances-2024-03-11/
Why do Swedes celebrate holidays a day early?: Sweden is getting ready to celebrate Easter this weekend, although Swedes will be tucking into eggs and herring on ...
thelocal.se/20240325/why-do-swedes-celebrate-holidays-a-day-early
Roads That Charge While You Drive: Can This Fuel a Future for EVs?: Electreon, running pilot projects in the U.S. and elsewhere, says the technology can address ...
wsj.com/business/autos/ev-charging-roads-0ca41ede
Skincare boom for children: Pharmacy introduces age limit for anti-ageing products
spiegel.de/wirtschaft/service/schweden-apotheke-fuehrt-altersgrenze-fuer-anti-aging-produkte-ein-a-795c400b-0086-40f3-904f-561152194cb6
Tipping is not customary in these countries: While in some vacation destinations the "tip" is already included in the bill, in others you shouldn't even think ...
derstandard.at/story/3000000212870/in-diesen-laendern-ist-trinkgeld-nicht-ueblich
Jewish settlers set their sights on Gaza beachfront: They see an opportunity to push for a return of Jewish settlements to the Palestinian territory.
bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-68650815
LIVE: @DrTedros' remarks at the #XIGlobalBakuForum opening: World Health Organization (WHO) Live on X (Twitter)
twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1lPKqbRleaeGb
Pandemic pact crunch time: Final treaty talks start to prevent future deaths: There are disagreements over IP protections and how much vaccine or drugs pharma ...
axios.com/2024/03/18/drugmaker-mandatory-sharing-pandemic-treaty-covid
Sweden joining NATO bolsters Baltic Sea security โ Billstrom: Sweden's foreign minister told DW that Sweden and Finland joining NATO would ...
dw.com/en/sweden-joining-nato-bolsters-baltic-sea-security-billstrom/a-68638603
Covid Killed Yamagata Type B Flu. A Second Strain Might Be Up For Elimination: Stay-at-home orders, border closures, mask-wearing and other measures aimed at ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-12/covid-killed-yamagata-type-b-flu-a-second-strain-might-be-up-for-elimination
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Exclusive: Commission seeks Frenchman for top standards job: The other two shortlisted candidates are from Spain and Sweden.
euronews.com/next/2024/03/26/exclusive-commission-seeks-frenchman-for-top-standards-job-over-fears-of-foreign-links
Conflict in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territory: WHO urges all parties to protect health workers and ensure safe access to health to their populations ...
who.int/emergencies/situations/conflict-in-Israel-and-oPt
NATO must create 'more strategic difficulties for Russia', Sweden's FM says: The West should aim to create more "strategic difficulties" in a bid to reign in ...
euractiv.com/section/defence-and-security/interview/nato-must-create-more-strategic-difficulties-for-russia-swedens-fm-says/
WHO marks 13 years of the Syrian crisis with renewed commitment and support
emro.who.int/syria/news/who-marks-13-years-of-the-syrian-crisis-with-renewed-commitment-and-support.html
Why the mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is worrying disease docs
npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2024/03/27/1239276957/mpox-outbreak-democratic-republic-of-congo-deadlier-strain
โThe cost of dealing with disease is growing all the timeโ: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
theguardian.com/society/2024/mar/24/sugar-taxes-governments-public-health-economy
Why does the Swedish media love killjoy festive news?: It's time for Easter! A cause for celebration? Not if the Swedish media has its way.
thelocal.se/20220817/chemical-crayfish-why-does-the-swedish-media-love-killjoy-festive-news
Swedish central bank: Cuts to key interest rate in May or June 'likely': Sweden's Riksbank on Wednesday left the country's main interest rate unchanged ...
thelocal.se/20240327/swedish-central-bank-cuts-to-key-interest-rate-in-may-or-june-likely
How to maximise Sweden's public holidays in 2024: Make your annual leave last longer by mastering these tricks for maximising Sweden's public holidays.
thelocal.se/20231113/how-to-maximise-swedens-public-holidays
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