The Minister of Health, Willum Þór Þórsson, is pushing for regulations on the use of fillers in Iceland following concerns raised by the news programme Kompás. While the exact timeline remains uncertain, the Minister aims to have the regulations established this year, Vísir reports.
Hopes to implement regulations this year
The Minister of Health, Willum Þór Þórsson, is taking steps to implement regulations on the use of fillers in Iceland, aiming for clear restrictions by this year. This move comes after the investigative news programme Kompás highlighted the risks associated with the current lack of regulations on who can administer fillers.
As noted by Vísir, doctors have long advocated for such regulations, but their calls have gone unanswered. Yesterday, Minister Þórsson acknowledged the urgency, stating, “I have instructed the ministry to promptly utilise the regulatory authority found in the Medical Devices Act, alongside looking into the Health Professionals Act. The Directorate of Health would then oversee this, determining who is authorised to use these substances and ensuring they have the necessary expertise. That’s what’s missing.”
“Simultaneously,” the Minister added, “I’ve requested that we look at comprehensive legislation, similar to Sweden’s approach, though it might take longer.”
When asked about the specifics, the Minister couldn’t provide an exact date but emphasised the need for swift action. He hopes the regulations will be in place this year.
