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
Award ceremonies for mothers as educators held exceptionally this autumn
Press release
20.11.2021 16.00
Finland provides assistance to Estonia in fighting COVID-19 epidemic by lending vaccines
Press release
18.11.2021 13.35
Nearly 80.6 per cent of people aged 12 or over have been vaccinated twice — burden on specialised healthcare and case numbers are increasing
Press release
18.11.2021 10.00
Nordic Mental Health Summit to be held in Helsinki on 18–19 November
Press release
16.11.2021 15.52
Restrictions on food and beverage service businesses to continue until end of year
Press release
15.11.2021 18.44