Question 1

A hantavirus outbreak linked to the Andes virus has been reported on the cruise ship MV Hondius, which traveled from Argentina. As of May 7, 2026, how many confirmed cases and deaths have been reported by the WHO in relation to this outbreak?

Accepted Answer

Five confirmed cases and three deaths.

Question 2

Denmark is set to host HIMSS26 Europe in Copenhagen from May 19-21, 2026. What key themes will be spotlighted at this conference related to shaping future health systems?

Accepted Answer

Trustworthy AI, cybersecurity, and data-driven women's health.

Question 3

Sweden has announced a forthcoming National Action Plan for Heart Health. Cardiovascular diseases are a major health concern in Sweden, affecting approximately what proportion of the population?

Accepted Answer

One in five people.

Question 4

In Norway, a significant decline in prostate cancer mortality has been observed over the past decades. According to a study by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health (NIPH), which Nordic country showed the most substantial decline?

Accepted Answer

Norway

Question 5

Finland's parliament approved a reform of the Act on Secondary Use of Social and Health Data. When are the revisions from this reform set to be applied for most parts?

Accepted Answer

May 1, 2026

Question 6

The University of Iceland announced a breakthrough technology that could accelerate the development of medicines for incurable diseases. This technology is particularly relevant for which class of therapeutics?

Accepted Answer

Induced proximity therapeutics

Question 7

Sweden has launched a pioneering initiative for public health financing, allocating 10 million kronor annually from 2024 to 2026. What is the primary aim of this initiative?

Accepted Answer

To promote innovative and knowledge-based public health initiatives.

Question 8

Norway reported a record high number of Listeria infections in 2025. What type of food products were identified as a suspected source in a specific outbreak investigated by the Norwegian Institute of Public Health?

Accepted Answer

Traditional meat products

Question 9

A new Nordic Health Crises University Network (HealthCrisNet) has been established with funding from NordForsk. What is the primary mission of this network?

Accepted Answer

To strengthen preparedness and resilience in the face of health crises.

Question 10

Sweden is implementing a new 10-year strategy to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR). What is the stated timeframe for this strategy?

Accepted Answer

2026-2035

Question 11

Finland is set to implement modest increases to its statutory health insurance contributions for 2026. What is the new employer health insurance contribution rate as a percentage of wages?

Accepted Answer

1.91%

Question 12

The Nordic countries have provided a unique opportunity for health registry-based research. In October 2021, Sweden, Norway, and Finland temporarily suspended the use of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine in certain young age groups due to concerns about which potential rare side effect?

Accepted Answer

Myocarditis and pericarditis

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