Ministry of Health and Care Services

Norwegian health service provides life saving assistance to Ukraine

News story 05/02/2026

Norway has received its 500th patient who was medically evacuated from Ukraine.

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Challenges and Opportunities in Global Health

News story 01/12/2025

In a world increasingly shaped by conflict, climate change, financial constraints, and growing mistrust in science, the global health landscape faces both unprecedented challenges and transformative opportunities. As evidence based decision-making comes under pressure, the role of research, innovation, and technical solutions becomes more vital than ever.

First Lady Olena Zelenska and Minister of Health and Care Services Jan Christian Vestre visited youth services

News story 24/10/2025

The First Lady of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, on October 24, 2025 visited Headspace, a counselling service in Oslo, together with the Minister of Health and Care Services, Jan Christian Vestre. Headspace is a low-threshold service for young people aged 12-25 and is run by Mental Helse (Mental Health Norway).

Three Nordic health ministers today launch a Joint Nordic Guidance for Public Officials on Interacting with the Tobacco Industry

News story 22/10/2025

Tobacco use remains a leading cause of preventable death and disability as well as social health inequalities in the Nordic countries, and in the recent years new harmful nicotine products have entered the Nordic markets.

• Joint Nordic Guidance for Public Officials on Interacting with the Tobacco Industry