Substance abuse, addictions and harm prevention
The MSAH is involved in policy planning, guidance and drafting legislation concerning alcohol, tobacco and drug use, including harm prevention caused by substance and tobacco use.
In addition, the MSAH works to prevent and reduce harm due to gambling.
The objective of alcohol and drug policy is to
- prevent and reduce substance abuse and social and health harm from it
- promote the functional capacity of substance abusers and
- increase the security of their significant others.
Alcohol
Alcohol policy coordinated by the MSAH seeks to tackle the social, health and societal harm caused by alcohol abuse.
Further information: Senior Counsellor Ismo Tuominen, p. +358 2951 63341, ismo.tuominen(at)stm.fi
Drugs
The MSAH coordinates Finland's policy on drugs, which is implemented in collaboration with different administrative sectors. The aim of policy is to prevent the use and spread of drugs in order to lessen the harmful impact caused in economic, social and individual terms.
Further information: Ministerial Adviser Elina Kotovirta, p. +358 2951 163713, elina.kotovirta(at)stm.fi
Tobacco
The MSAH takes a leading role in promoting a tobacco and nicotine-free Finland. It is responsible for the implementation of the Tobacco Act, which stipulates measures to end the use of tobacco and nicotine products.
Further information: Ministerial Adviser Meri Paavola, p. +358 295163343, meri.paavola(at)stm.fi
Gambling
The MSAH directs efforts to tackle the financial, social and health-related harms caused by gambling.
Further information: Senior Specialist Mari Pajula, p. +358 2951 63040, mari.pajula(at)stm.fi