The number of Icelanders who seek healthcare services abroad has more than doubled since last year.
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Mývatn Area Sewage Treatment Plan Approved
The Public Health Authority of Northeast Iceland has approved a joint plan between Skútustaðahreppur municipality and 13 local companies to reform sewage treatment in the region.
National University Hospital Short 180 Nurses
The National University Hospital is currently short 180 nurses and 120 individuals are on waiting lists to be placed in a nursing home.
Task Force to Examine Correcting the Clock
Minister of Health Óttarr Proppé has appointed a task force to examine the possible public health benefits of correcting the clock in Iceland.
Sewage Treatment Lacking in Iceland
Raising Iceland’s sewage treatment up to international standards would require an investment of ISK 50-80 billion (USD 475-760 million/EUR 405-648 million).
Mussels from Hvalfjörður Now Safe to Consume
The Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority (MAST) has deemed mussels in Hvalfjörður fjord safe to consume, ending a two-year alert.
Diabetes Medication Use Tripled Since 2000
The use of diabetes medication has tripled in Iceland over the last 15 years.
Life is Good in Iceland, According to OECD
Iceland comes first in many measures quality of life, according to data released this month by the OECD.
Import of Cats and Dogs Reassessed
Minister of Fisheries and Agriculture Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir will prepare a new risk assessment for the Icelandic government on the import of cats and dogs.
Pets Now Allowed In Restaurants
An amendment to health regulations now permits restaurant owners to allow dogs and cats in their establishment, subject to certain conditions.
Restaurants May Allow Pets
Health regulations may soon be amended to allow dogs, cats, and other pets inside restaurants.
Sewage Pollution at East Iceland Hotels
The Public Health Authority of East Iceland has commented on the poor sewage treatment of two hotels in Southeast Iceland belonging to the Fosshótel chain.