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.

From January 1st, the general freehold threshold for old-age pensions and social support for the elderly will increase by 46%.

Following the launch of the Digital Iceland project, various public institutions have entered into discussions with Digital Iceland regarding their future in digital development. The aim of this application was to establish a standard process by which agencies that would be willing to take the next step in the digital journey could be directed.

This weekend, the HVE Commission welcomed 15 women from the Rebekah no. 5 Ásgerði I.O.O.F. to thank them for Connect vitality meter which was brought to the healthcare in Akranes this year.

On June 11, Ignite Sweden hosted a targeted matchmaking session between public institutions and innovative companies. Leading up to the event, challenges and needs were mapped out, and solution providers were selected from Sweden, Finland, and Iceland.

This year’s theme is Healthy Aging. The focus is on improving the functional ability of older adults and reducing the risk of falls through better balance and increased strength.

On New Year’s Day, a new TV series on RÚV about former President of Iceland Vigdís Finnbogadóttir’s life and career opened. In the recent past, Vigdís was also mentioned in a book published by the Hungarian National Archives in celebration of the annual European meeting of national archives and the Hungarian Presidency of the Council of Europe.

We remind you of the Easter closure of the NIFBVID

Akureyri Hospital has appointed radiologist Cristian M. Arriagada Godoy to its staff. He will begin working in mid-September and will become a permanent member of our team of professionals.

Information on opening hours at HSN healthcare centres during Easter.