Healthcare, nuclear power and E4 work

An innovation fair at University Hospital in Linköping showcases new healthcare technology. The County Administrative Board has identified two possible sites for nuclear power outside Valdemarsvik. At the same time, repairs are underway on Norsholmsbron on the E4, which may cause queues between Linköping and Norrköping.

Innovation fair showcases future healthcare in Linköping

An innovation fair was held on Wednesday at Universitetssjukhuset in Linköping. Many companies showcased products and services intended to improve and streamline healthcare. One company exhibited a booth with automated examination equipment where patients can measure their own vital signs before a healthcare appointment.

An innovation coordinator at Region Östergötland (the region responsible for healthcare) says there is a need to be more available and give patients more tools to look after themselves. According to the company Triolab, staff can save an enormous amount of time, and the measurements are just as good as those from a regular examination. SVT Nyheter Öst

Two locations identified for nuclear power outside Valdemarsvik

The application to build a nuclear power plant in Valdemarsvik was submitted to the government in March 2026 and was the first such application in over 50 years. The County Administrative Board of Östergötland (the county administrative board is the state's representative in the county) is tasked by the government to prepare a proposal for a facility. The proposal identifies two possible locations in the Gryt archipelago in Valdemarsvik Municipality (the municipality is the local authority), which are now being sent out for consultation.

The locations are each around 70 hectares in size and are located just over 10 kilometres southeast of Valdemarsvik. The southern location is right by the water and could have its own harbour. The facility is planned to accommodate between 4 and 6 modular nuclear reactors. The public, organisations and other stakeholders can submit comments during the consultation, which will run for 1 month. The County Administrative Board must report on its assignment to the government by 31 December. Valdemarsvik Municipality has the opportunity to halt the plans through the municipal veto. Even if the proposal is approved, further investigations and environmental impact assessments will be required. SVT Nyheter Öst

New egg company registered in Ödeshög

The company Tjurtorp Kasselgård AB was registered on 3 November and is based in Ödeshög municipality. The business description states that the company will operate egg production and related activities.

The company’s share capital is 25,000 SEK. Corren

Dolphins strengthen the squad with Croatian center

Norrköping Dolphins are adding a Croatian center to the squad who is 211 centimeters tall. The club has secured the player on a short-term contract after 3 home losses.

The club director says that this is a way to get the team going and that nobody is satisfied with how things have looked. Norrköpings Tidningar

Norsholmsbron is being repaired – risk of queues on the E4

Norsholmsbron over Göta kanal is being repaired, and queues are expected on the E4 between Linköping and Norrköping. The work began in week 45 and is expected to continue for around 3 weeks.

The work is estimated to cost close to three million kronor. According to Trafikverket (responsible for state roads and railways), there are no alternative traffic solutions in connection with the bridge. Corren

Researchers want to oxygenate Slätbaken outside Söderköping

Slätbaken outside Söderköping is one of Östergötland's most overgrown coastal areas. Researchers are now carrying out measurements ahead of a project to oxygenate the bay, and the plan is to begin pumping oxygen into its deeper parts next year.

Today, parts of Slätbaken's bottom become oxygen-free during summer and autumn. Once the oxygen runs out, neither fish nor other animals can live there. Norrköpings Tidningar

In brief

• Only 46 percent of adult cyclists and 7 percent of adults riding rental e-scooters wear a helmet, according to the National Traffic Safety Council (NTF). SVT Nyheter Öst
• A teacher on the healthcare and nursing program at Curt Nicolin Gymnasium in Finspång has once again been named Teacher of the Year. Norrköpings Tidningar
• The property company Magnentus is proposed to receive an option agreement for the land at Drottninggatan in Norrköping. Norrköpings Tidningar
• Waldemarsviks IF will receive just over 23 600 kr through Svenska Spel's project Gräsroten. Norrköpings Tidningar
• A truck has been involved in a traffic accident on road 50 between the Skänninge Norra and Fågelsta junctions, affecting traffic in both directions according to Trafikverket. Corren