COVID-19 disease in Finland
The restrictions imposed due to the COVID-19 epidemic have been lifted. Remember that you can prevent the spread of COVID-19 through your own actions. The health authorities will provide guidance on COVID-19 vaccinations, testing and other practices.
- Get vaccinated, as vaccines provide effective protection from the most severe forms of COVID-19.
- If you have symptoms, stay home until you are healthy.
- Take a COVID-19 test if needed.
Finnish institute for health and welfare provides situation update on coronavirus in Finland.
Responsibilities of the authorities
The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health is responsible for the general planning, guidance and monitoring of the prevention of infectious diseases. Prevention of infectious diseases is part of healthcare and social welfare services.
Responsibilities of the authorities are described here:
Updated: 30.1.2023 11.01
Current Issues
Restaurant restrictions to be lifted as of 1 March
Press release
24.2.2022 13.22
Focus on supporting people’s own health security measures as epidemic continues and COVID-19 restrictions are eased
Press release
24.2.2022 10.02
New Client and Patient Safety Strategy: Finland aims to be model country for client and patient safety in 2026
Press release
24.2.2022 9.06
Research project to examine gender impacts of collective agreements
Press release
22.2.2022 9.00
COVID-19 epidemic stabilising, need for hospital care still high
Press release
17.2.2022 10.00