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Already reached target of 25 per cent fewer premature deaths
Norway has a goal to reduce the number of premature deaths from non-communicable diseases by 25 per cent by 2025. Calculations show that this target has been achieved.
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Dietary habits contribute to environmental contaminant levels in the body
In a new study from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health, researchers studied how diet affects the levels of environmental contaminants in pregnant women and children.
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Tore Godal receives King’s Medal of Merit
Tore Godal has been awarded the King's Medal of Merit for his lifelong work in global health and vaccination.
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People know little about brain health but want to know more
People do not think about their own brain health and are unsure how to maintain it, according to a recent interview study in the Lifebrain project.
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Health risks of Swedish snus
Swedish snus has several potential harmful effects and can also affect the foetus if used during pregnancy, according to a new report from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health.
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Gene variant found that may explain toddler weight gain
Genes are involved in controlling weight gain early in life, according to a study based on data from the Norwegian Mother, Father and Child Cohort Study (MoBa).
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New effective control method found to control long-tailed silverfish
Long-tailed silverfish infestations can be fought safely and effectively with tiny amounts of poisoned bait, according to recent studies from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health.
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The Norwegian Mother and Child Cohort Study (MoBa) includes “father” in its name
MoBa has altered its name to “The Norwegian Mother, Father and Child Cohort Study” because fathers play an important role in the study.
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Early autism screening has limited effect
Early screening may not be as beneficial as previously thought, according to data from the Norwegian Mother, Father and Child Cohort Study.
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Continued high uptake for the Childhood Immunisation Programme in Norway
Most children and adolescents receive the recommended vaccines in the Childhood Immunisation Programme, according to coverage statistics for 2017 and 2018.
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The rich are outliving the poor in both Norway and USA
Inequalities in life expectancy by income in Norway were substantial and increased between 2005 and 2015, according to a study from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health.
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CO-CREATE is working with youth to map out the societal obstacles for leading healthy lives
Choosing the healthy path in a society of abundance is challenging in any age group. CO-CREATE is working with youth in six countries to identify the particular challenges faced by young people.
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Outbreak of pneumococcal disease in shipyards in Vestnes
Since January 2019, nine workers in the shipbuilding industry in Møre og Romsdal have been hospitalised with severe pneumococcal disease caused by the same bacterial strain.
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Miscarriage risk is strongly linked to maternal age and pregnancy history
Findings from a new Norwegian study point to common risk factors for pregnancy complications and miscarriage.
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Getting pregnant shortly after a stillbirth poses no risks
Getting pregnant within 12 months after a stillbirth does not increase the risk of pregnancy complications, according to a new international study.
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Enterovirus may trigger coeliac disease
Common gastrointestinal viruses may be a contributing factor to coeliac disease, according to a study from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health and Østfold Hospital.
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NIPH core partner in International Decision Support Initiative
The Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH) will share its expertise with low- and middle-income countries about health technology assessments and systematic reviews.
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ADHD diagnoses poorly documented
Many ADHD diagnoses are not well documented, according to a review of the medicals records of 549 children with an ADHD diagnosis.
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Child’s age at parental divorce can affect antidepressant use in adulthood
Children who were aged 15-19 when their parents divorced are less likely to use antidepressants as adults than children who were under four-years-old when their parents divorced.
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Maternal history of miscarriages and measures of fertility in relation to childhood asthma
Children of parents who have had difficulty conceiving, or who are the result of assisted reproduction, are at increased risk of asthma according to a Norwegian study.
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