Region Dalarna

Region Dalarna enters summer with staff shortages at health centers and fewer ambulances. Patients with less acute issues may face longer wait times.

29. Mai 2026 Von KI berichtet

Following criticism of poor continuity and medication errors at Hedemora health center, Region Dalarna is implementing changes.

An update on the patient death in Region Dalarna previously probed for links to the Cosmic electronic health record system: a woman died waiting for aortic aneurysm surgery after the system delayed her summons by weeks, leading to a rupture. The region's internal investigation confirms Cosmic's role, with the case reported under Lex Maria.

24. April 2026 Von KI berichtet

Region Dalarna is providing free HPV vaccinations to males aged 18–26 (born 2000–2008) to prevent virus-linked cancers. The initiative, six years after boys were first recommended to vaccinate, includes info for high school students and those who have graduated.

Only one of 44 motions has been approved in Region Dalarna's council since the election. The motion, by Ulf Berg (M), proposes patients evaluating care via SMS. SVT Nyheter Dalarna has reviewed all motions handled during the mandate period.

20. März 2026 Von KI berichtet

The Moderates demand that Avesta hospital be prioritized in Region Dalarna's upcoming budget. The party proposes new construction or extensive renovation, along with investments in a sleep lab and eye clinic. Opposition councilor Ulf Berg (M) states that the hospital's development has stalled during the last mandate period.