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
Changes to restrictions on food and beverage service businesses — restrictions to be introduced in Kymenlaakso
Press release
4.11.2021 13.26
Two-dose COVID-19 vaccination rate reaches 79 per cent for people aged 12 or over — number of infections is high while burden on specialised healthcare has not increased
Press release
4.11.2021 10.00
The 2021 International Gender Equality Prize will be awarded in Tampere, Finland on 22 November 2021
Press release
1.11.2021 14.53
Proposal to expand use of COVID-19 passport requires legal assessment
Press release
29.10.2021 13.53
DHAGE’s report on inclusion and exclusion in digital health is published
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28.10.2021 13.41