folkhälsovården
Folkhälsovården, a Swedish term, translates to public health care or public health services. It encompasses the collective efforts and structures aimed at promoting and protecting the health of the entire population. This broad field involves various activities and organizations, often coordinated by regional councils (landsting/regioner) and municipalities (kommuner) in Sweden.
The core mission of folkhälsovården is to prevent illness and injury and to create conditions that support
Key areas of focus for folkhälsovården include improving dietary habits, increasing physical activity, reducing smoking and