The Healthcare Institution of North Iceland, HSN, celebrates its 10th anniversary today. HSN came into existence through the merger of six health care institutions on October 1st 2014.

On 22 May 2022, a monkeypox had been confirmed in 59 individuals in nine countries in Europe (Portugal, Spain, Belgium, Germany, France, Italy, Sweden, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom) and in addition 10 were suspected of being infected.

The new summary examines the incidence of respiratory infections and hospitalizations due to them and compares the situation in Iceland with the situation in Europe.

People fleeing from Ukraine who want to receive protection in Iceland can now pre-register before arrival in Iceland.

Today is the opening day of coastal fishing and 535 applications for coastal fishing permits have been received since applications were opened last Thursday and 517 permits have been issued.

HSU in Selfoss // Björk Steindórsdóttir, chief midwife

The Financial Management Authority shall not accept unredeemed cheques as of February 15th 2023.

High pressure on inpatient wards and frequent tourist arrivals

The National Election Board submitted its report on the preparation and conduct of the municipal elections, which took place on 14 May 2022, to the Ministry of Justice.