Why are so many people on sick leave for mental illness, while Sweden is one of the happiest countries in the world? Should Sweden, like Norway, have philosophers who talk to unhappy people about the meaning of life, or should we just stop feeling so much? David Eberhard will be joined by professor and author Stefan Einhorn, author of the book Konsten att vara snäll (The Art of Being Kind) and a member of the board of the Swedish Psychiatric Foundation.
Can Private Sector Players Make Sweden Healthier? Seminar in Almedalen on the Future of Healthcare
Sweden spends nearly 700 billion kronor a year on healthcare, but only a fraction of those resources goes toward disease prevention. At the same time, lifestyle-related diseases account for a large portion of the burden on the healthcare system, and many Swedes spend their final years in poor health.
