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
Minister Blomqvist to attend session of UN Commission on the Status of Women in New York
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11.3.2022 13.55
COVID-19 continues to circulate through population but vaccines provide effective protection against severe forms of disease
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10.3.2022 10.05
Number of patients receiving hospital care due to COVID-19 remains high
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3.3.2022 10.00
Restaurant restrictions to be lifted as of 1 March
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Focus on supporting people’s own health security measures as epidemic continues and COVID-19 restrictions are eased
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24.2.2022 10.02