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Publications list - ADHD

Here is a list of publications about ADHD from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health.

Perfumes and fragrances - undesirable effects

About 3,000 different chemicals (both synthetic and natural) can be used to make a perfume or a fragrance.

Preservatives - undesirable effects

Preservatives are a major cause of contact dermatitis. Areas such as the face, neck, hands and armpits are frequently affected.

The Status of Public Health in Norway 2010 - report

Chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes and mental health problems, have become the major challenge for public health in Norway today. However, even though more people must

Interlaboratory Comparison on POPs in Food 2011

The twelfth round of the interlaboratory comparison study on the determination og PCDDs/PCDFs, PCBs and brominated flame retardants in three food items was conducted in spring 2011.

Interlaboratory Comparison on POPs in Food 2010

The eleventh round of the interlaboratory comparison study on the determination og PCDDs/PCDFs, PCBs and brominated flame retardants in three food items was conducted in spring 2010.

Interlaboratory Comparison on Dioxins in Food 2009

The tenth round of the interlaboratory comparison study on the determination og PCDDs/PCDFs, PCBs and brominated flame retardants in three food items was conducted in spring 2009.

Interlaboratory Comparison on Dioxins in Food 2008

The ninth round of the interlaboratory comparison study on the determination og PCDDs/PCDFs, PCBs and brominated flame retardants in three food items was conducted in spring 2008.

Interlaboratory Comparison on Dioxins in Food 2007

Eighth round of the interlaboratory comparison on the determination og PCDDs, PCDFs and dioxin-like PCBs in three food items was conducted in spring 2007. The objectives were to assess the in-between

Interlaboratory Comparison on Dioxins in Food 2006

The 7th round of the interlaboratory comparison on the determination og PCDDs, PCDFs and dioxin-like PCBs in three food items was conducted in 2006.

Interlaboratory Comparison on Dioxins in Food 2005

Sixth round of the interlaboratory comparison on the determination og PCDDs, PCDFs and dioxin-like PCBs in three food items was conducted in spring 2005. The objectives were to assess the in-between

Interlaboratory Comparison on Dioxins in Food 2004

Fifth round of the interlaboratory comparison on the determination of PCDDs, PCDFs and dioxin-like PCBs in three food items was conducted in spring 2004.

Interlaboratory Comparison on Dioxins in Food 2003

The fourth round of the interlaboratory comparison on the determination of PCDDs, PCDFs and dioxin-like PCBs in three food items was conducted in 2003. The objectives were to assess the in-between la

Interlaboratory Comparison on Dioxins in Food 2002

A third round of interlaboratory comparison on the determination of PCDDs, PCDFs and dioxin-like PCBs in three food items was conducted in 2002.

Interlaboratory Comparison on Dioxins in Food 2001

A second round of interlaboratory comparison study on the determination of the 2,3,7,8-chlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDDs) and dibenzofurans (PCDFs) as well as dioxin-like non-ortho and mono-ortho

Intercalibration on Dioxin in Food 2000

An interlaboratory study on the determination of the 2,3,7,8-substituted dibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDD), dibenzofurans (PBDF) and the three co-planar PCBs, #77, #126 and #169, in food was conducted in 2000

Norwegian disease burden report launched

Participation in EU's Health Programmes

The EU’s Health Programmes are important for the implementation of the EU’s Health strategy. The current programme is administered by the Consumers, Health, Agriculture and Food Executive Agency (CHA

Participation in EU’s Framework Programme

The EU’s framework programme provides opportunities for financing research and development projects for universities, research institutes, companies and individual researchers.

WHO Collaborating Centres at the Norwegian Institute of Public Health

Norway currently hosts eight WHO Collaborating Centres, and two of these are co-ordinated by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health.