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356,000 people in Denmark have diabetes

356,000 people in Denmark have diabetes, according to the latest data from the Danish Diabetes Association. In 2015, there were 265,000 people with the disease. This...

A new treatment against anorexia

A new treatment against anorexia could be on the way, after research showed that there is a connection between intestinal bacteria and anorexia.  Anorexia is an eating disorder....

Traffic noise from motorways causes health problems

According to an expert, traffic noise can cause stress, cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. 785,000 homes are exposed to noise from the roads...

Where can you find PFAS?

There are many products that contain per- or polyfluorinated chemicals. For example, rainwear (it keeps the water from permeating), furniture (repels grease and dirt)...

In Denmark, a woman can freeze her eggs for five years

In Denmark, a woman can freeze her eggs for five years, according to the current law. However, the technology allows the eggs to be...