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Proper iodine intake may reduce risk of large babies: study
Israeli researchers found in a study that adequate iodine intake during pregnancy may reduce the risk of oversized newborns, the Barzilai Medical Center in southern…
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Siikajärvi beach not risky for swimming as no contamination found
Swimming in the water of Siikajärvi beach is not risky anymore as no bacteria indicative of fecal contamination was detected there, said the City of Espoo in a press…
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Reimbursement for travel costs linked to COVID test, vaccination ends
The national social insurance institution-Kela decided to stop the reimbursements for the travel expenses related to COVID-19 vaccinations and tests from July 1, said…
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Juhannus celebrated across country
The traditional Juhannus (Midsummer) was celebrated peacefully across the country amid festivity and joy.
People from all walks of life thronged the banks of lakes,…
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Juhannus celebrations begin amidst festivity, joy
People from all walks of life are celebrating the Juhannus (Midsummer), one of the largest traditional festivals from Friday evening.
People thronged the banks of lakes,…
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Respiratory tract, sexually transmitted infections rise in 2022
The year 2022 was an exceptional year for respiratory tract infections, said the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) in a press release on Monday.
In addition…
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Alcohol, smoking to blame for premature deaths of Night Owls
Staying up late at night has little impact on how long ‘night owls’ live and evening types have a slightly increased risk of dying than morning types, but…
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Heidi Klum crowns curvier Vivien ‘Germany’s Next Top Model’ for 2023
A plus-sized contestant took home the title of "Germany's Next Top Model" for the first time in the hit German TV show's 18 seasons, reported Xinhua.…
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Distinguished residents awarded on Helsinki Day
The City of Helsinki has traditionally presented awards to distinguished residents for their contributions in respective fields on Monday marking the Helsinki Day, said…
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Indonesia-Finland festival attracts Indonesians, Finns in Helsinki
More than 2,500 enthusiastic visitors packed Narinkka Square, the heart of the capital Helsinki, to immerse themselves in a fleeting Indonesian experience during the 2023…
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