New study in SJPH links unhealthy lifestyle and poor sleep quality to increased risk of functional somatic disorders (FSD). Findings suggest lifestyle changes may reduce FSD incidence. #PublicHealth Read more: doi.org/10.1177/140349…

Migrant parents in Nordic countries face unique challenges caring for children with special needs. Despite access to good services, barriers like cultural gaps & social exclusion persist. Explore the findings: doi.org/10.1177/140349… #PublicHealth #MigrantHealth

Alcohol-attributable deaths rose sharply during COVID-19, with a 46% increase in the Baltic states, compared to 8% in other European countries. Polarized drinking behaviors call for stronger alcohol control policies. Read more: doi.org/10.1177/140349… #PublicHealth #AlcoholPolicy

Danish National Health Survey 2023: Fresh data on health, behaviors & disparities post-COVID-19. Findings reveal demographic trends in response rates & introduce accelerometer studies for future health insights. Read more: doi.org/10.1177/140349…

New study reveals 32% of cervical screenings in Denmark are opportunistic, with delays or early participation linked to poorer follow-up adherence. Highlights the crucial role of GPs in ensuring follow-up care. Read more: doi.org/10.1177/140349… #PublicHealth #CervicalCancer

Trust in scientific institutions during COVID-19 remained high in Finland, with older demographics showing stronger trust. Political affiliation influenced perceptions of health authorities. Read the study here: doi.org/10.1177/140349… #PublicHealth #COVID19 #TrustInScience

Does local inequality affect mortality? New insights from Lyngstad & Jørgensen challenge assumptions on the Income Inequality Hypothesis using 58M+ person-years of data in Norway. Explore their methods & conclusions: doi.org/10.1177/140349… #PublicHealth

New research highlights biases in mammography screening evaluations, such as lead time and overdiagnosis. Traditional methods provide clearer insights into breast cancer mortality. doi.org/10.1177/140349…

New research shows how musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) disrupt sustainable working life. Early prevention & tailored interventions can reduce sickness absence and disability pension. Read full study: doi.org/10.1177/140349… #PublicHealth #TwinStudy

New study explores participatory-developed school interventions targeting physical activity & sedentary behavior. Empowering students shows promise, but health outcomes remain mixed. Collaboration is essential! Read more: doi.org/10.1177/140349… #PublicHealth #YouthEngagement

New study in SJPH highlights that perceived family support at 17-18 significantly reduces depression and anxiety symptoms at 20-21. Family plays a vital protective role in emerging adulthood. Read more: doi.org/10.1177/140349… #MentalHealth

New research reveals persistent educational disparities in mental health expectancy in Denmark. From 2017–2021, women with short education gained years of good mental health, while those with long education experienced declines. Read more: doi.org/10.1177/140349… #mentalhealth

Reducing fine particles in ambient air by 1 µg/m3 could lead to a 1-2% drop in mortality, a 2% reduction in heart attacks, a 4% decrease in strokes, a 2% decline in COPD, and 1% reductions in lung cancer and type 2 diabetes cases annually. #AirQuality doi.org/10.1177/140349…

New research bridges health promotion & social sustainability! Discover how place-based methods & interdisciplinary approaches can foster equitable, healthy communities. Read more: doi.org/10.1177/140349… #HealthPromotion #Sustainability

Since 2005, immigrant healthcare professionals in Nordic countries face retention challenges. Key supports: peer/management support, cultural competency, networks. Barriers like unfamiliar systems, discrimination persist. Inclusive management is needed. doi.org/10.1177/140349…

Heart failure (HF) is often incorrectly listed as the underlying cause of death in Norway, with lower education linked to higher misclassification. Addressing this could improve mortality data quality. Read more: doi.org/10.1177/140349… #PublicHealth #Epidemiology #MortalityData

New research in SJPH: Even a modest reduction in air pollution could lead to significant health benefits in Sweden. A 1 µg/m³ decrease in PM2.5 could cut mortality by 1-2%, stroke by 4%, & childhood asthma by 3%! Read more: doi.org/10.1177/140349…

#Multifactorial #falls #prevention #program, #MFFP, seems to relate to a lower all-cause mortality when comparing MFFP patients to their age-, sex- and residence-matched controls. The effect is strongest in those aged 72 or older doi.org/10.1177/140349… Helsinki Health Study Päijät-Hämeen hyvinvointialue

No significant Quality-Adjusted Life Expectancy (QALE) variation found for 16-year-old males and females in the North Denmark Region, although a 3.03 QALE difference was found between 16-year-old females in Vesthimmerland and Rebild municipalities. doi.org/10.1177/140349…

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