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6 months ago

Lying down more dangerous to health than intermittent sitting, Finnish study finds

Excessive lounging was found to increase risks of a larger waist circumference and cardiovascular disease.
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6 months ago

Veikkaus faces scrutiny over social media promotions

The police say they plan to look into the gambling monopoly’s ads.
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6 months ago

Life expectancy in Finland rises to record-high level

A girl born in Finland last year can expect to live on average for 84.8 years, while life expectancy for boys is now 79.6 years.
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6 months ago

USU: Finland sees rise in drinking deaths again after downward trend

Alcohol-related deaths are up again.
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6 months ago

“People don’t have babies to make taxpayers” — Finland’s childfree defend choices amid shrinking population debate

Women in Finland share their reasons for not having kids.
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6 months ago

Finnish food makers baffled by EU veggie sausage ban

Finnish food producers are unhappy about how Brussels wants its sausage made.
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6 months ago

Monday’s papers: Pension overhaul, disruptive drones, and a Finnish blue zone

Finland needs a major pension overhaul that starts by facing the music, according to Helsingin Sanomat.
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6 months ago

Deportation looms after racist knife attack left him unable to work

Rakibul Hasan Ridoy, the victim of the Oulu Valkea stabbing, says he wants to continue his life in Finland.
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6 months ago

APN Podcast: Getting the help you need in Finland

Getting mental health support in Finland can be tricky. But finding English-speaking therapists who understand immigrant issues is set to get easier in the future.
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6 months ago

Friday’s papers: Integration support allowance, tick fever surge, and sunny autumn weather

Government is considering a temporary integration support allowance for foreigners arriving in Finland who do not immediately enter employment, reported Iltalehti.
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