Sun Opix is the blog website of the fields of Health and Well-being at Turku UAS. Its topics handle e.g., studying in different learning environments and practical training and theses included in the studies. The writers are our teachers, students and cooperation partners. On this tab you can find the texts in English.

Young-NORDIC-Pal network researches and develops palliative care for Nordic children and young adults

It is important to research and advance palliative care for children and young adults, as it can last for years. Despite the high standards of welfare in Nordic countries, palliative care for younger......

Working with new partners to increase the cultural competence of nurses in Europe

Growing immigration to Europe has increased multiculturalism in Finland and other European countries. In nursing, this increases the need to develop cultural competence in nursing education. A new......

Sustainable Use of Natural Resources from a Planetary Health Perspective

Planetary health – ever heard of it? And what does it have to do with the natural resources? If these concepts are new to you, you’re in the right place. This emerging field is more relevant than......