Health Promotion and Prevention
A community-curated guide by Iranian-Icelandic Community
Vitamins and Physical Health
Everyone in Iceland is advised to take Vitamin D supplements (fish liver oil or capsules) due to limited sunlight — especially important in winter months. Physiotherapists work at hospitals and private clinics; a GP referral enables insurance coverage. Hiking groups: www.utivist.is | www.ferdafelagid.is. Swimming pools are central to Icelandic culture.
Cancer Screening Schedule
Cervical cancer: women 23–29 every 3 years; ages 30–65 every 5 years. Breast cancer: women 40–74 every 2 years (via Landsspítali). Colorectal and prostate cancer screening recommended from age 50. Results accessible at www.island.is and www.heilsuvera.is.
Safety and Mental Health
Emergency: 112. Red Cross: 1717. Suicide prevention Píeta: 552-2218 | www.pieta.is. Geðhjálp: 570-1700 | www.gedhjalp.is. Hugarafl (crisis recovery): 414-1550 | www.hugarafl.is. Safety laws: seatbelts mandatory, child car seats required by law, bicycle helmets mandatory for children, reflective materials required on winter clothing.