Sweden
Sweden (Medicine)
Sweden (pronunciation: /ˈswiː.dən/; Swedish: Sverige, pronounced [ˈsvæ̌rjɛ]) is a Nordic country in Northern Europe. It is known for its significant contributions to the field of medicine and healthcare.
Etymology
The name Sweden was loaned from Dutch in the 17th century to refer to Sweden as an emerging great power. The word is derived from the same root as the name of the south of Sweden, namely Scania.
Healthcare in Sweden
Healthcare in Sweden is largely tax-funded, a system that ensures everyone has equal access to healthcare services. The Swedish health care system is mainly government-funded and decentralized, although private health care also exists.
Medical Education in Sweden
Medical Education in Sweden is under the responsibility of the Ministry of Education and Research. It is offered by several universities, including the Karolinska Institute, Uppsala University, and Lund University. The education is divided into a bachelor's degree and a continuation master's degree, totaling 5.5 years.
Notable Swedish Medical Contributions
Sweden has made numerous contributions to the medical field. Some of the most notable include the invention of the pacemaker, the development of dialysis, and the discovery of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
Related Terms
- Public Health: The science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities.
- Universal Healthcare: A health care system in which all residents of a particular country or region are assured access to health care.
- Preventive Healthcare: Measures taken for disease prevention.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sweden
- Wikipedia's article - Sweden
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