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Steering of wellbeing services counties The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health is responsible for the general guidance, direction, planning and development of healthcare and social welfare in Finland. The Ministry of the Interior, in turn, is r...https://stm.fi/en/guidance-of-the-wellbeing-services-counties
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Wellbeing services counties will be responsible for organising health, social and rescue services Wellbeing services counties will be responsible for organising healthcare, social welfare and rescue services in Finland. There are 21 wellbeing serv...https://stm.fi/en/wellbeing-services-counties
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The large-scale interim evaluation of the wellbeing services county reform aims to assess the achievement of the reform objectives in 2025 in relation to the objectives laid down in legislation. The evaluation will be carried out on the basis of the implementation in 2023–2025 and by examining the preconditions for achieving the long-term objectives of the reform.https://stm.fi/en/project?tunnus=STM042:00/2025
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21.5.2026 | The Act on Healthcare Professionals has been amended to make it possible to receive international assistance for healthcare in different kinds of crises. The amendments will facilitate and speed up the operations of humanitarian assistance providers in Finland when assistance is needed fast. The amendments will enter into force on 25 May 2026.https://stm.fi/en/-/reception-of-international-assistance-in-healthcare-to-become-easier
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Responsibilities in preventing domestic and family in the Ministry’s branch of government The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) coordinates the nationwide work to prevent domestic and family violence. It also coordinates the network o...https://stm.fi/en/responsibilities-in-preventing-domestic-and-family-violence
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Government branch The administrative branch of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health includes several independent institutions and agencies, which implement the ministry’s objectives in society and participate in Government Programme projects....https://stm.fi/en/administrative-branch
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Healthcare and social welfare system and responsibilities Finland’s healthcare and social welfare system is founded on public healthcare and social welfare services funded from tax revenue. Alongside the public sector, private companies provide he...https://stm.fi/en/pandemic-preparedness
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Healthcare and social welfare system and responsibilities Finland’s healthcare and social welfare system is founded on public healthcare and social welfare services funded from tax revenue. Alongside the public sector, private companies provide he...https://stm.fi/en/social-and-health-services/responsible-agencies
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International examples to help Finland create governance model for wellbeing economy 4.12.2025 8.46 The economy of wellbeing offers tools for policy makers to secure the preconditions for a good life both for the current population and future gene...https://stm.fi/en/columns
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10.12.2025 | An independent group of experts has conducted a broad-based interim evaluation of the wellbeing services county reform, which was published on 10 December. Minister of Social Affairs and Health Kaisa Juuso, Minister of Local and Regional Government Anna-Kaisa Ikonen and Minister of the Interior Mari Rantanen consider the findings valuable.https://stm.fi/en/-/ministers-steering-wellbeing-services-counties-fixing-the-flaws-of-the-wellbeing-services-county-reform-requires-persistence
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Work ability programme The aim of the work ability programme was to eliminate obstacles to the employment of people with partial work ability and develop services to support the work ability of people with partial work ability The work ability pro...https://stm.fi/en/work-ability-programme1
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Amended legislation on health checks for children and young adults Categories: Publication date: 22.12.2025 The timing and content of health checks at child health clinics and schools, and in student healthcare and oral healthcare will be regulate...https://stm.fi/en/press-releases
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RDI Growth Programme for Health and Wellbeing The aim of the RDI Growth Programme for Health and Wellbeing is to support the wellbeing services counties in renewing themselves in order for them to better promote people’s health and wellbeing and i...https://stm.fi/en/rdi-growth-programme-for-health-and-wellbeing
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Social security and services for people applying for and receiving international protection in Finland People applying for international protection leave their home countries for various reasons, for example, to escape war, persecution or insecuri...https://stm.fi/en/social-security-and-services-of-asylum-seekers-in-finland
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The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health provides overall guidance and prepares legislation on student health care in secondary and higher education.https://stm.fi/en/student-health-care
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Municipalities are responsible for promoting health and wellbeing.https://stm.fi/en/municipalities
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School health care is part of school welfare services, which also include the services of school social workers and psychologists.https://stm.fi/en/school-health-care
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Hospitals and specialised medical care Specialized medical services, including various specialist examinations and treatments, are primarily provided in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and emergency departments. Access to specialised healthcare is ...https://stm.fi/en/hospitals-and-specialised-medical-care
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The centres of excellence on social welfare bring together wellbeing services counties, research institutes, educational establishments, organisations and other bodies in their area to promote cooperation.https://stm.fi/en/centres-of-excellence-on-social-welfare
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The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health directs, monitors and coordinates preparedness for incidents and emergencies in healthcare and social welfare.https://stm.fi/en/preparedness
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Client charges in healthcare and social welfare The Government guides and directs the policy on client charges in healthcare and social welfare through legislation. The purpose of the policy is to ensure that the charges are kept at a reasonable l...https://stm.fi/en/client-fees
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Guidance of information management in healthcare and social welfare The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health is responsible for the general planning, guidance and monitoring of information management within its administrative branch and for the f...https://stm.fi/en/social-and-health-services/information-management
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Services and support for people with disabilities Persons with disabilities have the right to equality, inclusion, self-determination, independent living, non-discrimination and the necessary individual services and support. The principle is that ...https://stm.fi/en/disability-services
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Appealing income security decisions The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health does not process requests for a review, objections or complaints. Instead, it drafts legislation on appeal boards and this way ensures the legal protection of people whe...https://stm.fi/en/income-security/appealing
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The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health guides, directs and develops legislation on occupational healthcare.https://stm.fi/en/occupational-health-care
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10.12.2025 | The wellbeing services county reform is progressing towards the set objectives throughout Finland, but there are still many issues left to address. This is according to a broad-based interim evaluation of the wellbeing services county reform made by an independent expert group.https://stm.fi/en/-/interim-evaluation-wellbeing-services-county-reform-progressing-but-corrections-needed-to-achieve-objectives
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Sustainable Growth Programme for Finland The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health contributes to coordinating the Sustainable Growth Programme for Finland, which is funded from the one-off EU recovery instrument ‘NextGenerationEU’. The Sustainabl...https://stm.fi/en/sustainable-growth-programme-for-finland
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COVID-19 disease in Finland Shortly Since July 2023, COVID-19 has been classified as a monitored communicable disease instead of a generally hazardous communicable disease. Vaccinations continue to be the most important way to protect against seri...https://stm.fi/en/covid-19-disease-in-finland
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Health services The aim of healthcare in Finland is to maintain and improve people's health, wellbeing, work ability and functional capacity and social security, as well as to reduce inequalities in health. The healthcare system is based on preven...https://stm.fi/en/health-services
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Health and social services The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health sets the guidelines for developing health and social services, drafts the relevant legislation and guides the implementation of reforms. Legislation » Legislation on social and h...https://stm.fi/en/social-and-health-services
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Good Work Programme – Creating more appeal and staying power in the healthcare and social welfare sector Mounting service needs driven by an ageing Finnish population, higher rates of chronic diseases, evolving expectations and new technologies – ...https://stm.fi/en/sufficiency-and-availability-of-healthcare-and-social-welfare-personnel
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Social assistance Shortly Social assistance is a last-resort form of social security that secures the essential livelihood for an individual or a family when they cannot support themselves with other income or assets. It is a means-tested benefit,...https://stm.fi/en/income-security/social-assistance
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Child welfare Shortly The objective of child welfare is to guarantee children’s right to a safe growth environment, development and special protection. The aim is to provide support at the earliest possible stage at schools and maternity and child...https://stm.fi/en/social-services/child-welfare
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Ministry of Social Affairs and Health Minister of Social Affairs and Health Wille Rydman The Finns Party Minister of Social Affairs and Health Wille Rydman is responsible for all other matters covered by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health, ...https://stm.fi/en/minister-of-social-affairs-and-health
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Strategic and Financial Management Unit The Strategic and Financial Management Unit assists and supports the Permanent Secretary and is in charge of developing the Ministry’s strategic leadership. The Unit is responsible for advancing and developi...https://stm.fi/en/strategic-and-financial-management-unit-star
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Urgent and emergency health services Wellbeing services counties must organise 24-hour services for dealing with urgent cases. Patients can receive urgent care at urgent care centres irrespective of their place of residence. Urgent cases include c...https://stm.fi/en/urgent-and-emergency-health-services
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Legislation concerning children, young people and families Family leaves Family leaves are regulated in the Employment Contracts Act. The Act contains provisions on the rights of parents to take leave for family reasons. Employment Contracts Act 5...https://stm.fi/en/children-young-people-and-families
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Maternity and child health clinics Maternity and child health services are offered for all pregnant parents, families that are expecting a baby and children before school age and their parents. The functions of the maternity and child health clini...https://stm.fi/en/maternity-and-child-health-clinics
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Amending the Act on the Secondary Use of Health and Social Data The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health is preparing a government proposal for amending the Act on the Secondary Use of Health and Social Data (555/2019). The Act will be amended in...https://stm.fi/en/amending-the-act-on-the-secondary-use-of-health-and-social-data
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Ministry of Social Affairs and Health Minister of Social Security Sanni Grahn-Laasonen The National Coalition Party Minister of Social Security Sanni Grahn-Laasonen is responsible for matters covered by the Department for Insurance and Social Secu...https://stm.fi/en/minister-of-social-security
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Finances and operations This page provides information about the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health’s operational and financial planning, budget, performance guidance process, operating plans and financial statements. The Ministry is responsibl...https://stm.fi/en/ministry/finances-and-operations
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Gambling system The regulation of the provision of gambling services concerns the general organisation of this provision as well as the supply of gambling services in more detail. The general way how services are organised sets the framework for t...https://stm.fi/en/gambling-system
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National Cancer Strategy 2026–2035 Cancer is a common disease in Finland. The number of cancer deaths in the country has fallen considerably over the past decades, and as many as two out of three people with cancer recover from the disease. Howeve...https://stm.fi/en/national-cancer-strategy
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Areas of experties The administrative sector of the MSAH is wide ranging. The Ministry's work is supported by expertise from all agencies and institutes throughout the sector. Promotion of welfare » Social and health services » Income security » I...https://stm.fi/en/areas-of-expertise
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fi sv en Finnish Cancer Center FICAN The Finnish Cancer Center (FICAN) was established in 2019 to promote effective and equitable cancer care in Finland. FICAN’s mission is to implement the tasks defined in the Government Decree on the Division of...https://stm.fi/en/personalized-medicine/national-cancer-center
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Advisory Board on Biotechnology The Advisory Board on Biotechnology is an expert body providing advice on matters related to biotechnology and gene technology. It promotes cooperation between public authorities and researchers and operators in the...https://stm.fi/en/advisory-board-on-biotechnology
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Parties responsible for gambling policy The Lotteries Act, which is prepared by the Ministry of the Interior, governs gambling services. Under the Act, the primary objective of gambling policy is to prevent harm. The Programme of Prime Minister Pe...https://stm.fi/en/parties-responsible-for-gambling-policy
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The national health and wellbeing programme seeks to reduce the wellbeing deficit and disease burden caused by the principal chronic diseases and conditions and their risk factors, to boost working and functional capacity, and to minimise disparities between population groups due to issues of health and wellbeing.https://stm.fi/en/national-health-and-wellbeing-programme
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Limited interaction with the tobacco industry According to Article 5.3 of the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (WHO FCTC), which Finland ratified in 2005, the Contracting Parties must, in setting and implementing their public health pol...https://stm.fi/en/interaction-with-the-tobacco-industry
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Other authorities’ responsibilities in the tobacco and nicotine policy The Finnish Supervisory Agency (the market surveillance of the products and the surveillance of marketing bans), and municipalities (the surveillance of the entire Tobacco Act ...https://stm.fi/en/other-authorities-responsibilities
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According to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health Decree on the prescription of medicines (1088/2010), special attention must be given to the safety of pharmaceuticals.https://stm.fi/en/legislation-steering-and-supervision-cooperation
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Amended legislation on health checks for children and young adults Type: Press release Categories: Publication date: 22.12.2025 Request for comments: Legislative amendment would extend right of small alcohol producers to sell their products direct...https://stm.fi/en/news
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Actions to reduce the use of tobacco and nicotine products The key actions to reduce the use of tobacco and related products are: as high product prices as possible (price and tax policies) smoke-free environments banning tobacco product marketing...https://stm.fi/en/actions-to-reduce-the-use
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Radiation protection In Finland, the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health has supreme authority in supervising compliance with the Radiation Act, and it directs the protection of the public, workers and patients from harmful radiation. The Minist...https://stm.fi/en/environmental-health/radiation-protection
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues
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Communications Unit of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health The Communications Unit is in charge of the internal and external information and communications of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health and the related work with stakeholders. ...https://stm.fi/en/communications-unit-vie
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Preparation of EU matters Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council (EPSCO) The EPSCO Council, which brings together ministers from all EU Member States, decides on EU cooperation in employment, social policy, health, consumer...https://stm.fi/en/international-cooperation/eu/preparation-of-eu-affairs
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Violence against children and its prevention The authorities work to prevent violence against children in many ways and in broad cooperation with various parties. The key national plans coordinated by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health incl...https://stm.fi/en/violence-against-children-and-its-prevention
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Gambling Policy Programme improves prevention and reduction of harm The Gambling Policy Programme, prepared under the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health, sets guidelines for the prevention and reduction of harm caused by gambling up to 2030. It...https://stm.fi/en/gambling-policy-programme
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Avian influenza In 2023, avian influenza has circulated extensively among wild birds throughout Europe. Black-headed gulls especially have been heavily affected by the virus. In summer 2023, exceptionally large numbers of deaths were recorded amon...https://stm.fi/en/avian-influenza
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EHDS Regulation The EHDS Regulation is an EU regulation that improves citizens’ control over their personal health data and provides healthcare professionals with access to patient data, regardless of where patients live or receive treatment. The ...https://stm.fi/en/ehds-regulation
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NAPE – Committee for Combating Violence against Women and Domestic Violence The Committee for Combating Violence against Women and Domestic Violence (NAPE) is responsible for the coordination,monitoring and evaluation of the measures required unde...https://stm.fi/en/nape1
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Assessment of risks associated with gambling Assessing the risks and harm caused by gambling is statutory work conducted by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health. The Ministry started to assess the risks and harm related to the running of gamb...https://stm.fi/en/assessment-of-risks-associated-with-gambling
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Preventing sexual harassment at work Sexual harassment is a major problem in terms of employment, wellbeing at work, careers and gender equality in working life. According to a survey by Statistics Finland, 54 per cent of women and 14 per cent of ...https://stm.fi/en/preventing-sexual-harassment-at-work
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Prevention of human trafficking The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health aims to prevent social problems caused by trafficking in human beings and to identify and help victims. The Ministry’s responsibilities include ensuring that victims of traf...https://stm.fi/en/combating-trafficking-in-human-beings
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nordic cooperationhttps://stm.fi/en/nordic-cooperation/finnish-presidency-2021
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EU regulation and cooperation in the tobacco policy The EU Directive concerning tobacco products and the EU Directive concerning advertising and sponsorship of tobacco products have been implemented in Finnish tobacco legislation. Directive 2014/4...https://stm.fi/en/eu-regulation-and-cooperation
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Legislation on services and benefits for older people This page lists the key pieces of legislation on services and benefits for older people. Below you will find them by topic and also links to more detailed guidance. Health and social services I...https://stm.fi/en/old-people
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The WHO Pandemic Agreement aims to strengthen international preparedness for pandemics and other public health emergencies.https://stm.fi/en/who-pandemic-treaty
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Family benefits The purpose of the benefit system for children and families is to safeguard the subsistence of the child and those responsible for his or her care, and to support the care of the child. The benefits are applied for at the Social In...https://stm.fi/en/income-security/financial-assistance-families
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=5583
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=6098
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=0900908f807f07bc
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=4850
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=2952
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=3367
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=259
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=6185
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=6200
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=0900908f807f854a
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=2747
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=2978
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=3038
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=4406
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=4983
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=4522
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=2690
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=6213
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=2731
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=274
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=4275
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=4425
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=2984
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=951
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=2877
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=2435
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=1042
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=4539
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=3033
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Current issues Press releases Reception of international assistance in healthcare to become easier Type: Press release Publication date: 21.5.2026 14.00 New national operating model to clarify innovation cooperation between wellbeing services coun...https://stm.fi/en/current-issues?decisionId=3591