NIPH discontinues Smittestopp app
Today, the NIPH is closing the Smittestopp app, and all users can delete the app.
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Available vaccines should be given to those who have been exposed to infection
Norway expects to receive 1,400 vaccines for use in connection with the monkeypox outbreak. This vaccine has been approved for use against monkeypox as a two-dose vaccine by the medicine agencies, so there are sufficient doses to fully vaccinate 700 people.
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Peer-to-peer collaboration between the Ethiopian Public Health Institute and the Norwegian Institute of Public Health
NIPH and the Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI) signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a collaboration and to build strong peer-to-peer relationships within the urgent topic of environmental and climate health
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NIPH signs Memorandums of Understanding in Nepal
The NIPH signs Memorandums of Understanding with the Nepal Health Research Council and the Kathmandu University School of Medical Science, with a shared goal of promoting public health research and knowledge.
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NIPH signs memorandum with Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention
The memorandum is between Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) and the Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH) to strengthen public health institutions and systems.
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Vaccination of mother also protects the unborn baby
The risk of getting COVID-19 is lower in the first four months of life if the mother is vaccinated during pregnancy.
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Harmful effects of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes)
Electronic cigarettes containing nicotine may be harmful to the health of the user, according to a new report from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health.
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One person with confirmed monkeypox in Norway
Today, the Norwegian Institute of Public Health was informed of a confirmed case of monkeypox in the county of Viken. The samples were analysed at Oslo University Hospital.
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Travelling with a COVID-19 certificate? Things to remember
Many countries still require a COVID-19 certificate upon entry. It is a good idea to check the rules of the country you are travelling in good time before you travel.
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Norwegian research contributes to a new UNICEF report on the environment and children’s health
A new report from UNICEF examines environmental factors that can reduce the health and quality of life of children in 39 high-income countries, including Norway.
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Monkeypox outbreaks in Europe
The European Centre for Disease Control (ECDC) is reporting cases of monkeypox in several European countries. The Norwegian Institute of Public Health is monitoring the situation closely.
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Working together to save children’s lives in Ghana
Children with cancer in Ghana will now get their cancer treatment covered by the National Health Insurance Scheme, following an evidence-based process led by the Ministry of Health in Ghana supported by researchers at the Norwegian Institute of Public Health.
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Lifestyle and mental health linked to brain health
Most people know that lifestyle and mental health can affect their brain health, although women and people with higher education are most aware
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Current recommendations for COVID-19
Stay home if you have newly arisen respiratory tract symptoms and feel unwell. You no longer need to be tested, and you do not need to stay home for four days with COVID-19. Contact a doctor if you need medical attention. Testing will be available for a while longer.
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High vaccine uptake in the childhood immunisation programme
Despite the demands of the coronavirus pandemic on resources, the 2021 coverage statistics from the Norwegian Immunisation Registry SYSVAK show a consistently high vaccine uptake for children and adolescents.
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Travelling with a COVID-19 certificate? Important things to remember
The EU has decided that children under the age of 18 years have a valid COVID-19 certificate indefinitely after they have completed primary vaccination.
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COVID-19 vaccination does not increase the risk of pregnancy complications
Women vaccinated against COVID-19 during pregnancy have no increased risk of pregnancy complications. These are the findings of a new international study of almost 160,000 births.
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What motivates people to look after their brain health?
The prospect of experiencing symptoms of cognitive or mental decline is a key motivation to undertake lifestyle changes for better brain health, according to the second public report from the Lifebrain consortium.
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World Obesity Day 2022: Everybody needs to act – with and for youth
This World Obesity Day, everyone needs to act. We need to join forces to advocate for action to address rising levels of childhood obesity and to improve the systems that contribute to obesity around the world.
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Low probability of long-term side effects after coronavirus vaccination
Over a year has passed since the first coronavirus vaccines became available. More than 11 million doses have been administered in Norway, and over 10 billion doses globally. This provides good insight and knowledge about side effects after coronavirus vaccination.
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Coronavirus vaccine from Novavax will be available in week 10
At the end of February, a small batch of Nuvaxovid, a coronavirus vaccine from Novavax will be available in Norway.
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People with severe immune deficiency should take a booster dose (4th dose)
The Norwegian Institute of Public Health considers that more people with severely impaired immune systems should take a booster dose of coronavirus vaccine to ensure continued good protection. So far, only about 6,000 people in need of a booster dose have had one.
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Offer of coronavirus immunisation for children and adolescents expanded
Following a recommendation from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health, the Government has decided to offer coronavirus vaccines to children aged 5–11 and a second dose to 12–15-year-olds.
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Menstrual changes following COVID-19 vaccination
There is an increase in the incidence of menstrual changes among young women after vaccination against coronavirus, according to initial findings by the NIPH.
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