National Institute of Public Health

Four out of five young people want to quit nicotine pouches

Social inequality in health starts early in life

Children of parents with low education face poorer health on a wide range of measures – even when it comes to basic prevention such as childhood vaccinations, a new report shows.

Most infants of parents with a psychiatric diagnosis develop like other children – but a small group stands out

The vast majority of infants whose parents have been diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder develop like other children during their first year of life. They show no signs of delayed development or decreased well-being. This is one of the findings from a new report examining the health, development, and well-being of children born to parents who, within the past five years, have been diagnosed with at least one psychiatric diagnosis at a hospital

Stricter controls make it harder for young people to buy tobacco in stores – but social media takes over

The proportion of minors buying cigarettes or e-cigarettes in kiosks has halved since 2020. However, more young people are now purchasing tobacco and nicotine products through social media or from friends. This is shown by a new study from the National Institute of Public Health.

New recommendations for alcohol prevention in Greenland could break the vicious cycle

About half of the Greenlandic population has experienced alcohol problems in their childhood home—leading to an increased risk of violence and abuse. New recommendations for alcohol prevention aim to ensure that no children are harmed by alcohol in the future.

More young people are asked for ID when buying alcohol – and fewer find alcohol easy accessible

New figures show that more young people are being asked to show ID when attempting to buy alcohol. At the same time, fewer find it easy to get hold of beer and spirits, and according to a researcher, this suggests that the authorities’ tightened control measures are starting to have an effect. However, there is still room for improvement.

Children exposed to poverty face more health challenges

Shorter breastfeeding periods, poorer dietary and meal habits, and less physical activity. These are some of the challenges faced by children growing up in poverty, according to a new report based on data from more than 340,000 children.

Greenlandic children with disabilities experience lower well-being compared to their peers

New report investigates, for the first time, health and well-being among children with disabilities in Greenland.

Care staff receive support in handling ethical dilemmas in dementia care

Nursing home staff feel better equipped to handle ethical dilemmas in dementia care after participating in a specialized initiative, a new study shows.

How are you? The Health of the Danish population under investigation

More than 300,000 Danes are being asked about their health and well-being in a new, large-scale survey. The results will serve as a foundation for better prevention efforts and other initiatives where the need is greatest.

Municipalities face ethical dilemmas in health initiatives

Denmark’s municipalities often face difficult decisions when prioritizing between long-term prevention efforts targeting the general population and specific interventions for residents with chronic illnesses or acute health problems. This is the finding of a new study from the National Institute of Public Health.

Every day over 1,700 Danes are injured in accidents

Injuries and accidents are among the leading causes of morbidity and hospitalizations in Denmark. This is shown by data from the new Danish Injury Register.

New project aims to improve young people’s mental health in the Region of Southern Denmark

Young people in the Region of Southern Denmark will play a key role in a new project aimed at reducing mental health struggles such as loneliness, stress, and low self-esteem. The youth will identify both problems and solutions.

Young people wanted to share their views on body image

Do you respect your body? Do you think you are beautiful even if you don’t look like the people on social media? Researchers are looking for young people aged 15–25 to share their thoughts about their body image. Your answers will help strengthen research into positive body image.

Danish children and adolescents experience more social support than most of their European peers

Children and adolescents in Denmark receive more support from family, friends, and teachers than their peers in most other European countries. This is revealed in a large international schoolchildren survey involving 280,000 students from 44 countries.