In the spring the sunshine gives us welcome light and warmth, and people enjoy outdoor activities in the sun. The sun gives us warmth, but also ultraviolet radiation, which can harm us if we are not careful.

The Directorate of Fisheries has compiled information on results of the 70 infringement cases that were closed by decision in the last fishing year.

Confirmed cases of Influenza were fewer in week 14 than the number has been since last autumn. The number of cases has fluctuated in the past weeks and most are now diagnosed with Influenza type B. The highest point of this season was reached in week 51 of 2022 (Influenza type A).

The Directorate of Fisheries has completed processing of bids submitted for the catch quota switch in October.

The Directorate of Fisheries has completed processing of bids submitted for the catch quota switch in May.

The deadline for bidding on the exchange market has been extended to 14:00 on June 1st. 2023 and it is not permitted to transfer mackerel that has been purchased.

Christmas greetings from HSN staff.

Iceland Health and the Reykjavík Medical Association have concluded an agreement on the services of specialized physicians, which will take effect on September 1st 2023.

A dashboard showing statistics on the health workforce in Iceland has now been published on the Directorate of Health's website.

First Child of the Year