In this edition of EPI ICE, there is a discussion about an E. coli outbreak at a preschool in Reykjavík and a campaign to raise awareness about antibiotic resistance.

The annual influenza epidemic is ongoing. The number of confirmed cases has been high this winter but has been declining recently.

The Chief Epidemiologist’s respiratory infection dashboard has been updated with data for week 50 (December 9–15, 2024).

Digital Iceland continues to develop and improve digital solutions with regular updates on both core services and individual digital services. With the latest update we introduce both new functionality and additions and fixes aimed at increasing security, improving user experience and simplifying service processes for both individuals and companies.

A new issue of Talnabrunnur, the Directorate of Health’s newsletter on health statistics, has been published.

An annual influenza outbreak is underway. The number of reported cases has been high this winter but has been decreasing recently.

The Chief Epidemiologist’s respiratory infections dashboard has been updated with data for week 44 of 2025 (October 27–November 2, 2025).

The Chief Epidemiologist’s respiratory infections dashboard has been updated with data for week 45 of 2025 (November 3–9, 2025).

A scientific article was recently published in the British Journal of Nutrition based on a national dietary survey among Icelandic adults conducted in 2019-2020.

Today, 24 October, on World Polio Day, we emphasize the importance of vaccination and surveillance in achieving the shared global goal of eradicating poliomyelitis. A goal set by the World Health Assembly in1988.