Welfare and health promotion
The Finnish Ministry of Social Affairs and Health supports the welfare of people in Finland via social and health services and by ensuring income security.
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Legislation »
Many areas of health legislation enhance welfare promotion.
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Health promotion »
The MSAH has a general responsibility for guiding and overseeing health promotion in Finland.
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Promoting participation »
Participation entails involvement, influence as well as care and sharing in society's commonly constructed welfare.
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Substance harm prevention »
The MSAH is involved in policy planning, guidance and drafting legislation concerning alcohol, tobacco and drug use.
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Preventing violence and crime »
Reducing violence in Finnish society is a national objective. The aim is to locate an effective national working model for violence prevention.
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Environmental health »
The MSAH seeks to identify, prevent and eradicate health hazards from the environment.