Health
The latest health news and practical advice from Denmark.
How Denmark became the sperm donation capital of the world
Denmark is considered the "sperm capital of the world", with as many as 60 percent of donor children in some European countries conceived with Danish sperm. Stine Willum Adrian from the University of Tromsø, looks into the how this happened in this article first published in The Conversation.
How to get vaccinated against the flu in Denmark
It's the season of little ones bringing home lurgies from nursery and more sneezes and coughs around the office. The threat of catching the next bug makes it tempting to go and get vaccinated against the flu. So how do you do that in Denmark?
How to access mental health treatment in Denmark
Temperatures have plummeted, the days are getting shorter, and for many of us, that means that the winter blues are looming.
'112 years, 218 days': Woman from Struer becomes oldest ever Dane
Kirsten Schwalbe from Struer in central Jutland is, as of October 14th, the longest-living Dane in history.
Danish ethics council recommends abolishing anonymous sperm and egg donation
A large majority of The Danish Council on Ethics wants to remove the option to donate sperm or eggs anonymously in Denmark.
EXPLAINED: How does Denmark's 'danmark' private health insurance work?
Denmark has a free healthcare system but for some non-free services such as the dentist and physiotherapy, you can take out an insurance scheme that will give you a discount each time you attend.
Five essential words you need when speaking to a doctor in Denmark
If you are visiting your GP in Denmark or perhaps speaking to the on-call doctor, a few essential words will help you to converse effectively in Danish.
How much vitamin D do you need to take in Denmark?
The mornings are starting to get dark in Denmark and autumn is upon us. When’s the best time to take vitamin D supplements and how much do you need?
One in seven patients referred to hospital in Denmark is turned away
Last year, Denmark's hospitals turned away 200,000 patients who were referred to hospital by their doctors for special examinations, which corresponds to around one in seven patients.
What are Denmark's 'heart runners' and how can you register as one?
'Hjerteløbere' or heart-runners are a group of volunteers in Denmark who have signed up to receive alerts and provide assistance if someone nearby has a cardiac arrest. How does the scheme work and how can you register?
Denmark launches unified emergency psychiatric hotline
From Monday, people in Denmark can access a new nationwide psychiatric emergency hotline by ringing the 112 emergency number or contacting their local regional emergency doctor, 'lægevagten'.
EU curbs on 'forever chemicals' in food packaging kick in
New EU restrictions on toxic substances known as "forever chemicals" in food packaging kicked in Wednesday along with broader rules on cutting packaging waste in the bloc.
How to check if your eclipse glasses in Denmark are safe and certified
Millions of protective glasses have been sold across Europe ahead of today's (Wednesday August 12th) solar eclipse. This is what you have to check to guarantee the ones you've bought are safe and legit.
How much does it cost to go to the dentist in Denmark?
Denmark is known as an expensive country and dental care is not fully covered by the public health system. But it's possible to avoid both toothache and severe wallet pain.
The essential guide for travelling (and living) with allergies in Denmark
Whether you have an allergy or travel with someone who does, dealing with unfamiliar foods and not knowing what you can eat can be a stressful experience. Hopefully this guide will help you get by in Denmark.
COMPARE: Which European countries allow assisted dying?
After France adopted a bill to allow assisted dying on Wednesday, here's a look at which European countries already authorise the terminally ill to end their lives.
How to avoid the hairy 'caterpillar from hell' in Denmark this summer
The oak processionary moth caterpillar (OPM) has been spotted in an increasing number of locations in Denmark. The caterpillar's microscopic hairs can trigger rashes, breathing problems and widespread disruption – how can you avoid it?
Many Danish midwives leave the profession a few years after graduation
A new study by the Danish Midwives Association has shown that 36 percent of midwives who graduated in 2019 and 2020 have already left the profession.
Problems with Danish healthcare push Ukrainian refugees to seek help elsewhere
Language barriers and cultural clashes have led many Ukrainian refugees to seek treatment elsewhere, despite access to the Danish healthcare system, according to researchers from Copenhagen University.
More than 1,300 excess deaths recorded in Europe heatwave: WHO
The World Health Organisation said Sunday that over 1,300 excess deaths had been recorded in Europe since June 21 in connection with the record-breaking heatwave roasting much of the continent.
How to learn to swim as an adult in Denmark
Want to take a dip in a Danish harbour bath to cool off in the heat, but you never learned to swim? Here’s where you can get lessons as an adult.
Ozempic-maker Novo Nordisk says data leaked in cyber incident
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk, maker of the popular Ozempic and Wegovy anti-obesity drugs, said Thursday it had been hit been hit by a cybersecurity incident resulting in data being leaked.
Danish passenger in isolation after voyage on virus-hit ship
A Danish passenger who had been aboard the expedition cruise ship Hondius disembarked in April, before a hantavirus case was confirmed on the vessel, according to the ship’s operator. The Danish Patient Safety Authority says the person is now in self-isolation in Denmark and has not developed symptoms.