Norwegian everyday moments - Health centers in the Inland
Where are the health centers in Norway, and how many children do they follow up each year? This overview brings together health centers throughout the country – county by county and municipality by municipality – and shows how midwives, public health nurses, doctors and other professionals create security for children and families from pregnancy to the start of school. At the same time, the article highlights the importance of health centers for public health, early intervention and human capital.
Why have I created this overview?
When I started working on Invisible Capital, I wanted to highlight the capital that is rarely included in the accounts, but which means the most to our society – people.
Health centers are perhaps one of the best examples of this invisible capital. Every single day, midwives, public health nurses and other health personnel meet pregnant women, infants, children, adolescents and parents with knowledge, care and prevention. They contribute to safety, health and quality of life long before challenges develop into larger problems.
This overview is therefore far more than a collection of addresses. It highlights the scope of a national social mission that is carried out every day in small and large municipalities throughout Norway. When we see all the health centers together, it becomes clear how extensive this work actually is – and how important it is for individuals, families and society as a whole.
Good public health is not created only in hospitals or doctor's offices. It is built through thousands of small encounters between people – in conversations with parents, during health examinations, vaccinations, advice and guidance. It is these everyday efforts that create values that we can rarely measure in kroner, but which have enormous significance for quality of life, security and sustainable local communities.
This is precisely what Invisible Capital is about – highlighting the people, knowledge and relationships that create value every single day, often without us noticing them.
Health centers in Norway - a national overview continues
Norway is a long country with great geographical differences. Some families live in large cities with several health centers in the same municipality, while others have a long journey to the nearest health facility. Nevertheless, the goal is the same throughout the country: to provide pregnant women, children, young people and families with safe, accessible and professionally good services.
The health stations are an important part of the municipal health service and represent some of the most valuable things we have – preventive work that creates safety, health and good conditions for growing up. Through this overview, we want to highlight both the services and the people who make a difference in local communities across Norway every day.
Inland
Inland is Norway's largest county measured in area and stretches from Lake Mjøsa and the large agricultural areas around Hamar and Gjøvik to Gudbrandsdalen, Valdres, Østerdalen and Jotunheimen. The county consists of both urban municipalities, mountain villages and small local communities, but all have the same goal: to give children a safe start in life through the preventive work of the health centers.
Through prenatal care, health examinations, vaccinations, parenting guidance and early intervention, midwives, public health nurses and other professionals meet with families throughout the child's most important first year of life.
Hamar Municipality
Hamar is the largest city in the Inland Region and a regional center by Lake Mjøsa. The health center offers a wide range of preventive health services for pregnant women, children, young people and families, with particular emphasis on early intervention, safety and interdisciplinary cooperation.
Health centers
Hamar Health Center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Ringsaker Municipality
Ringsaker is Norway's largest agricultural municipality and stretches along the eastern side of Lake Mjøsa from Brumunddal in the south to Moelv in the north. The municipality's health center services follow pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through preventive health work, health examinations and guidance, public health nurses, midwives and other professionals contribute to giving children a safe start in life.
Health centers
Brumunddal health center
Moelv health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Stange Municipality
Stange municipality is located south of Hamar and stretches along the eastern side of Lake Mjøsa. The municipality has a comprehensive health center offering services that support pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through preventive health work, health examinations, vaccinations and guidance, public health nurses, midwives and other professionals contribute to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Stange Health Center (Stangebyen)
Ottestad health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Løten municipality
Løten municipality is located east of Hamar and is known for its active local community, agriculture and scenic surroundings. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. The goal is to give children a safe start in life through early intervention, health monitoring and close cooperation with families.
Health centers
Løten health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Elverum municipality
Elverum is an important regional center in Sør-Østerdal and has a comprehensive health center offering for pregnant women, children, youth and families. The health center works with preventive health, prenatal care, health examinations, vaccinations and parental support. Through early intervention and interdisciplinary cooperation, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Elverum health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Våler Municipality
Våler municipality is located in Sør-Østerdal and is surrounded by large forest areas and active rural communities. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. The service emphasizes proximity, early intervention and close cooperation with families.
Health centers
Våler health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Åsnes municipality
Åsnes municipality is located in Solør and is characterized by large forest areas, agriculture and vibrant local communities. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. The service is based on early intervention, safety and close cooperation with families.
Health centers
Flisa health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Grue municipality
Grue municipality is located in Solør and has a comprehensive health center offering services for pregnant women, children, youth and families. The health center is an important part of the municipality's preventive health work and follows families through pregnancy, the child's first year of life and further into adolescence. Through health examinations, vaccinations, guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to creating safe conditions for growing up.
Health centers
Grue Health Center (Kirkenær)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Kongsvinger Municipality
Kongsvinger is the regional center in Glåmdalen and has a wide range of health center services for pregnant women, children, young people and families. The health center is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and offers follow-up from pregnancy until the child starts school. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and interdisciplinary cooperation, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Kongsvinger Health Center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Kongsvinger Municipality
Kongsvinger is the regional center in Glåmdalen and has a wide range of health center services for pregnant women, children, young people and families. The health center is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and offers follow-up from pregnancy until the child starts school. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and interdisciplinary cooperation, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Kongsvinger Health Center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Eidskog municipality
Eidskog municipality is located in the far southeast of the Inland region, on the border with Sweden. The municipality's health center is an important part of preventive health work and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. The health center emphasizes early intervention, proximity and close cooperation with families to promote good health and safe upbringing conditions.
Health centers
Eidskog Health Center (Skotterud)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Nord-Odal Municipality
Nord-Odal municipality is located in the north of the Glåmdal region and is known for its forests, lakes and vibrant rural communities. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. Through early intervention, health examinations and close follow-up, the municipality contributes to creating safe conditions for growing up.
Health centers
Nord-Odal Health Center (Sand)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
South Odal Municipality
Sør-Odal municipality is located in the Glåmdal region and has a comprehensive health center offering for pregnant women, children, youth and families. The health center is an important part of the municipality's preventive health work and follows families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to creating safe conditions for growing up.
Health centers
Sør-Odal Health Center (Skarnes)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Nord-Aurdal Municipality
Nord-Aurdal is the regional center in Valdres and has Fagernes as its administrative center. The health center is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to laying the foundation for good upbringing conditions.
Health centers
Nord-Aurdal Health Center (Fagernes)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
South Aurdal Municipality
Sør-Aurdal is located in the south of Valdres and consists of villages with long traditions and strong local communities. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
South Aurdal Health Center (Bagn)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Etnedal municipality
Etnedal is one of the smallest municipalities in the Inland Region and is located between the Valdres and Gjøvik regions. Although the municipality has a small population, families have access to the same basic health center services as the rest of the country. The health center follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life with an emphasis on prevention, early intervention and safe follow-up.
Health centers
Etnedal health center (Bruflat)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Vestre Slidre municipality
Vestre Slidre is located in the middle of Valdres and is known for its beautiful nature, active rural communities and strong traditions. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to creating safe conditions for growing up.
Health centers
Vestre Slidre Health Center (Slidre)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Øystre Slidre municipality
Øystre Slidre is located in the heart of Valdres and is known for Beitostølen, Jotunheimen's surrounding areas and strong mountain environments. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. The service emphasizes early intervention, health follow-up and safe upbringing conditions.
Health centers
Øystre Slidre Health Center (Heggenes)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Vang municipality
Vang municipality is located in the far northwest of Valdres and borders both Vestland and Jotunheimen. With some of Norway's most spectacular mountain areas, the municipality is an important destination for outdoor activities and mountain tourism. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe start in life - even in one of the country's smallest mountain municipalities.
Health centers
Vang Health Center (Vang in Valdres)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Lillehammer Municipality
Lillehammer is known as the Olympic city from 1994 and is a regional center for Gudbrandsdalen. The municipality's health center is an important part of preventive health work and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parenting guidance and interdisciplinary cooperation, the health center helps to give children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Lillehammer Health Center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Gjøvik Municipality
Gjøvik is a regional center on Lake Mjøsa and one of the largest urban municipalities in the Inland Region. The municipality's health center is an important part of preventive health work and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and interdisciplinary cooperation, the health center contributes to creating good conditions for growing up and a safe start in life.
Health centers
Gjøvik health center
Biri health center
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Eastern Toten Municipality
Østre Toten is located on the eastern side of Lake Mjøsa and is known for its rich cultural landscape, agriculture and strong local communities. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Østre Toten Health Center (Lena)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Gran municipality
Gran is the largest municipality in Hadeland and has a wide range of health services for pregnant women, children, young people and families. The health centre works with preventive health through prenatal care, health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention. The municipality places great emphasis on giving children a safe start in life and supporting families through the child's first year of life.
Health centers
Gran Health Center (Jaren)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Øyer municipality
Øyer municipality is located north of Lillehammer and is known for Hafjell, Gudbrandsdalen and strong traditions in tourism and agriculture. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to creating safe conditions for growing up.
Health centers
Øyer Health Center (Thirteen)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Gausdal municipality
Gausdal municipality is located west of Lillehammer and stretches from lush valleys to high mountain areas towards Jotunheimen. The municipality has a comprehensive health center offering services that follow pregnant women, children, adolescents and families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. The health center works with preventive health, early intervention and interdisciplinary cooperation to give children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Gausdal health center (Segalstad bridge)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Sør-Fron municipality
Sør-Fron municipality is located in the middle of Gudbrandsdalen and is known for the cultural landscape along Lågen, Sør-Fron Church and strong agricultural traditions. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Sør-Fron Health Center (Hundorp)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Nord-Fron Municipality
Nord-Fron municipality is located in the heart of Gudbrandsdalen and has Vinstra as its administrative center. The municipality is known for its beautiful valley scenery, strong cultural traditions and proximity to Rondane and Jotunheimen. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental support and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Nord-Fron Health Center (Left)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Sel municipality
Sel municipality is located in the middle of Gudbrandsdalen and has Otta as its administrative center. The municipality is known as the gateway to several of Norway's most spectacular mountain areas, including Rondane, Jotunheimen and Dovrefjell. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Sel health center (Otta)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Dovre Municipality
Dovre municipality is located in the north of Gudbrandsdalen and is known for Dovrefjell, wild reindeer, musk oxen and a magnificent high mountain landscape. The municipality has long traditions as a traffic artery between east and west in Norway. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Dovre Health Center (Dombås)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Lesja municipality
Lesja municipality is located in the west of Gudbrandsdalen and stretches from lush valley areas to some of Norway's most spectacular high mountain areas. The municipality borders both Reinheimen National Park and Dovrefjell and has long traditions in agriculture and outdoor activities. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Lesja Health Center (Lesja)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Skjåk municipality
Skjåk municipality is located in the westernmost part of the Inland Region and is known for its spectacular high mountain landscape, large protected areas and proximity to both Reinheimen and Breheimen national parks. The municipality has long traditions in agriculture and outdoor activities. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Skjåk health center (Bismo)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Lom municipality
Lom municipality is located in the northwest of the Inland region and is known as the gateway to Jotunheimen. With some of Norway's highest mountains, the stave church in Lom and a vibrant local community, the municipality is an important center in the Ottadalen valley. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Lom health center (Lom city center)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Våga Municipality
Vågå municipality is located in the middle of Ottadalen and is known for its rich cultural history, beautiful mountain scenery and proximity to Jotunheimen National Park. The municipality has long traditions in agriculture, tourism and outdoor activities. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families through pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Vågå Health Center (Vågåmo)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Alvdal municipality
Alvdal municipality is located in Nord-Østerdalen and is known for its beautiful cultural landscape, active agriculture and strong rural communities. The municipality has a long tradition of caring for families and local communities. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Alvdal Health Center (Alvdal city center)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Folldal Municipality
Folldal municipality is located in the far north of Østerdalen and is known for its magnificent mountain scenery, historic mining and proximity to Rondane National Park. Despite its small population, the municipality has a comprehensive health center offering services that follow pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. The health center works with preventive health, early intervention and close follow-up to give children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Folldal Health Center (Folldal city center)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Rendalen Municipality
Rendalen municipality is located in Østerdalen and is one of Norway's largest municipalities measured in area. The municipality is known for its large forest areas, lakes and rich outdoor activities. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Rendalen health center (Bergset)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Stor-Elvdal Municipality
Stor-Elvdal municipality is located in Østerdalen and is known for its large forest areas, Glomma, rich wildlife and strong traditions in forestry and outdoor activities. The municipality has a comprehensive health center offering services that follow pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. The health center works with preventive health, health examinations, vaccinations and parental support, with the goal of giving all children a safe start in life.
Health centers
Stor-Elvdal Health Center (Koppang)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Trysil Municipality
Trysil is Norway's largest ski destination and one of the largest municipalities in the Inland Region in terms of area. The municipality is known for its extensive outdoor activities, large forest areas and strong tourism industry. The health station is a central part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Trysil Health Center (Innbygda)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Engerdal municipality
Engerdal is Norway's easternmost municipality and borders both Sweden and large mountain and forest areas in Femundsmarka National Park. The municipality is known for its unique natural landscape, strong rural traditions and proximity to nature. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Engerdal Health Center (Engerdal)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Tolga Municipality
Tolga municipality is located in Nord-Østerdalen and is known for its vibrant cultural landscape, agriculture and strong local communities along the Glomma River. The municipality has a comprehensive health center offering services that support pregnant women, children, adolescents and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. The health center works with preventive health, health examinations, vaccinations, parenting guidance and early intervention to give children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Tolga Health Center (Tolga)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Tynset municipality
Tynset is the regional center in Nord-Østerdalen and an important hub for health, education and public services in the region. The municipality has a wide range of health center services that follow pregnant women, children, adolescents and families from pregnancy and through the child's first year of life. The health center works with preventive health, health examinations, vaccinations, parenting guidance and early intervention to give children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Tynset Health Center (Tynset)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
Os municipality
Os municipality is located in the far north of Østerdalen, on the border with Trøndelag. The municipality is known for its beautiful mountain landscape, vibrant agriculture and strong rural traditions. The health station is an important part of the municipality's preventive health service and follows pregnant women, children, young people and families throughout pregnancy and the child's first year of life. Through health examinations, vaccinations, parental guidance and early intervention, the municipality contributes to giving children a safe and good start in life.
Health centers
Os health center (Os in Østerdalen)
Offer
Midwifery service
Health center for children 0–5 years old
Youth health center
Home visits after birth
Childhood vaccination program
Parental guidance
Breastfeeding guidance
Multidisciplinary follow-up if needed
Doctor consultations at the health center
The overview is being developed further.
This is part of a nationwide overview of health centers in Norway. The work is ongoing, and new municipalities and counties are added as the information is quality assured and updated.
The goal is to collect all of Norway's health center services in one place - so that parents, students, health personnel and others can easily find updated information about the municipalities' preventive health services.
Last updated: (July 07, 2026)
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This article is a complete overview of the health centers in Norway.
If you first want to understand why health centers are so important for children, parents and society, we recommend that you start with the main article.
There we tell the story of the people behind the health centers, the research that shows the importance of early intervention, and why the health centers are one of Norway's most important investments in human capital.
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The books below represent some of the most important professional sources of inspiration behind the project. They have shaped the way I think about leadership, innovation, digitalization, customer experiences, value creation and – not least – the importance of the people who create the values.
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Content Strategy for the Web (2nd Edition)
Author/authors: Kristina Halvorson and Melissa Rach
Short review
How do you create content that actually helps people – and at the same time supports your business goals? Content Strategy for the Web is considered one of the most influential books in the field of content strategy and digital communications. The book shows how good content does not arise by chance, but through a deliberate strategy where user needs, the organization's goals, structure, work processes and management are closely linked.
The authors take the reader through the entire process – from planning and organizing to publishing, managing and continuously improving content on websites and digital services. Although technology has evolved since the book was published, the principles of quality, relevance, management and long-term content work are at least as relevant in an era where search engines and artificial intelligence assess the credibility and usefulness of content.
Why we recommend the book
At The Invisible Capital, we believe that good content is one of the most important forms of invisible value creation. A website is far more than design and technology – it is the content that builds trust, creates great customer experiences and helps people find the answers they are looking for.
This book is perfect for leaders, communications consultants, content producers, web editors, UX designers, and anyone working with digital services. It shows why a clear content strategy leads to better user experiences, more effective interactions, and stronger digital results over time.
In an era where artificial intelligence is increasingly important in how information is discovered, understood, and communicated, this book is more relevant than ever. It reminds us that technology alone never creates value – it is good, structured, and relevant content that makes the difference.
Don't Make Me ThinkAuthor: Steve Krug
Short review
Don't Make Me Think is one of the world's most influential books on usability and web design. Since its first edition in 2000, the book has helped designers, developers, content producers, and managers understand a simple but powerful principle: Good digital services should be intuitive. The user should be able to complete their task without having to stop and think about how the website works.
Why we recommend the book
This is one of the books that has had the greatest impact on my own work with digital services. Over the years – from SAS and the Norwegian Opera & Ballet to working on Bærum Municipality’s website – the principles in this book have been an important reminder that technology is never an end in itself. The goal is to make everyday life easier for the people who use the services. Despite the fact that the book was published many years ago, the message is just as relevant today.
Internet Marketing & eCommerce
Authors: Ward Hanson and Kirthi Kalyanam
Short review
Internet Marketing & eCommerce provides a thorough introduction to how the internet has changed marketing, commerce, and business development. The book combines theory and practical examples in digital marketing, e-commerce, customer behavior, value creation, and digital business models. Although written at a time when the internet was still in its infancy, many of the fundamental principles are still highly relevant.
Why we recommend the book
This book was an important part of my own learning journey in digital marketing and e-commerce. It helped build my understanding of how technology, customer experiences and business strategy are interconnected – an insight that later became very important in my work with SAS, the Norwegian Opera & Ballet, Bærum Municipality and eventually the project The Invisible Capital. Many of the ideas about customer value, digitalization and innovation presented on the website have their roots in the knowledge this book conveys.
The Innovator's Dilemma: When New
Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail
Author: Clayton M. Christensen
Short review
The Innovator's Dilemma is one of the most influential books on innovation and technological change. Clayton Christensen introduces the concept of "disruptive innovation" and shows how even the most successful businesses can fail when new technologies and business models change the market. Through a series of examples, he explains why established companies often have difficulty adapting to radical change - even when they do "everything right."
Why we recommend the book
This book has had a major impact on how I view innovation, digitalization, and change management. It provided a new perspective on why established businesses are challenged by new players, and why the ability to think differently is crucial in a world characterized by continuous technological development. Many of the reflections in The Invisible Capital on innovation, digital transformation, and value creation are based on the insights Clayton Christensen conveys in this classic.
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