Vaccinations On this page The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare maintains a Finnish national vaccination register. Vaccination data are collected directly from patient record systems. The vaccination register covers vaccinations given in pu...

Data protection On this page you can find information about the processing of personal data by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) and about citizens’ rights to their own data. Statutory duties of THL The duties of THL are defined i...

The syringe residue analysis study provides laboratory-verified information on the prevalence of substances used by injection and changes over time.

The Code Service On this page Service description The Code Service is a statutory service maintained by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL). It is responsible for the preparation and approval of nationally standardized information s...

Statistics publication calendar This page compiles the publication dates for all statistics produced by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) in 2026. Most of them are published in the Official Statistics of Finland (OSF) series. Publ...

The project implements the model of sufficient parenthood, promotes parenthood positive discourse in society, and develops services from the perspective of parents.

Diabetes in Finland (FinDM) research project examines incidence, prevalence, care, effectiveness and costs of diabetes and its comorbidities.

12.2.2026 | The health status of people in Finland is in many respects better than the EU average, and the service system is fairly comprehensive. However, a recent country report by the OECD and the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies indicates that access to care is not realised equally in Finland. In 2024, 12.4% of those who required medical care reported that they had not received the services they needed. The share is the second highest in the EU.

Publications Scientific research and publications play a central role in building THL’s knowledge base, supporting expert work and contributing to societal impact. Each year, researchers at the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) publis...

EUDA's Finnish focal point collects and analyses information on Finland’s drug situation and disseminates drug-related information.

Steering of information management THL’s steering of information management in the health and social services sector establishes shared rules for defining, processing and utilising data. In practice, this includes, for example, THL defining nation...

Submission of data to the Hospital Productivity Statistics Who are the instruction for? This instruction is intended for all wellbeing services counties and joint county authorities for wellbeing services in Mainland Finland as well as the City of...

Training on infectious disease control Description of the Training Programmes The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) serves as both a national and international training provider and host institution in infectious disease epidemiology ...

Information security THL’s information security policy defines the principles followed within the institute to ensure the secure use, processing, storage, and disposal of data. The organisation’s information security is managed by identifying the ...

Elimination of hepatitis C virus in Finland 2025–2027 Duration 1.1.2025–30.6.2027 Unit at THL Microbiology Prevention of Health Threats The project entity supports Finland's goal of eliminating the hepatitis C virus by 2027 as part of the WHO glob...

Substance use services in the 2030s – What must be done to keep Finland on track? The landscape of substance use and addiction is changing. The liberalisation of alcohol policy, the digital distribution of drugs, and the shift of gambling to onlin...

Information material on infant feeding – Prior approval According to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health decree, commercial information material concerning the feeding of children under one year of age must have prior approval from the Finni...

EUCanScreen aims to improve the cancer screening programmes recommended by EU and to develop new screening programmes. Joint action includes 29 EU Member states.

The project studies and develops service pathways and work ability support for people with difficulties entering employment, strengthening service effectiveness and employment prospects.

Innovillage On this page Service description Innovillage is a national platform for co-creation and effective operating models, providing information, support and tools for development, evaluation and implementation. The service is intended in par...

Social Rehabilitation in transition – towards professional support for change in everyday life Published 17.8.2026 The views expressed in the blog posts are the writers' own and do not represent the official position of the institution. At the nat...

Quality report (OSF): Alcoholic Beverage Consumption If you are looking for statistical figures for these statistics, go to the statistics page: Consumption Data description Statistical presentation The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (TH...

Infectious diseases – Respiratory infections On this page The epidemiological situation of respiratory infections varies seasonally Respiratory infections cause significant morbidity every year and place a burden on healthcare, especially from aut...

CHILD‑SLEEP Unit at THL Promotional and Preventive Work The CHILD‑SLEEP project investigates children’s sleep as well as the significance of the family environment and genetics for sleep. Identifying sleep disorders helps families with children. C...

Healthcare – Emergency Medical Services On this page Emergency medical services are an essential part of social and health care emergency services and preparedness. The well-being services counties are responsible for organizing EMS. EMS personnel...

A significant share of violence in Finland occurs in close relationships Violence in close relationships is a widespread and serious phenomenon in Finland, affecting individual wellbeing, public health, and the economy. In addition to physical inj...

The Population Survey on Gambling provides monitoring and evaluation data on gambling participation, gambling-related harms, and factors associated with them in the population.

15.2.2025 | The directors of THL and five other European public health agencies have published an open letter in the prestigious Lancet magazine on behalf of the World Health Organization.

16.9.2026 | 1 (5) Background information questionnaire for a health examination for a 18-month-old child’s parents Basic information on the child and the family Child’s early childhood education and care Parents’/guardians’ information Child’s family Finnish ...

Experiences of sexual violence are concentrated among women Sexual violence is common in Finland, and its consequences are severe. Experiences are particularly concentrated among women and young people. According to studies, as many as 43 per cent...

THL’s data repository responds to phenomenon-based information needs THL has a statutory duty to collect information on the population’s wellbeing and health, as well as on their use of social and health care services. This information is widely u...

16.9.2026 | 1 (5) Background information questionnaire for a health examination for a four-year-old child’s parents Basic information on the child and the family Child’s early childhood education and care Parents’/guardians’ information Child’s family Finnish...

Expert groups THL’s expert groups support public authority decision-making and national guidance by providing independent, research-based expertise. The groups bring together experts from various fields to assess, monitor, and develop themes relat...

Phenomenon‑based analysis challenges us to use data innovatively Problems related to people’s health and wellbeing are increasingly complex today and therefore difficult to solve. Instead of examining problems from a single perspective, it is wort...

Previous population surveys The Healthy Finland survey continues the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare's (THL) long tradition of conducting population surveys. This page briefly describes the previous data collections of the Healthy Finland...

The European Web Survey on Drugs (EWSD) is a project that collects data on patterns of drug use and drug markets from people who use drugs.

Get to know us THL employs a wide range of professionals THL has some 1,300 employees. The majority of THL employees are professionals in medicine and health sciences and people with a degree in social sciences. We also employ experts in, for exam...

Stronger structures are needed to prevent domestic violence Published 29.8.2024 The views expressed in the blog posts are the writers' own and do not represent the official position of the institution. The aim of the 2022–2025 action plan for the ...

Information material on infant feeding On this page Who is this guidance for? This guidance is intended for organisations producing materials related to infant feeding and for healthcare professionals distributing such materials. The guidance is l...

Statistics A to Z This page’s list contains all statistics included in THL’s official statistical series. In addition to official statistics, THL also publishes various monitoring results and performance reports. All of our regularly produced info...

Youth violent crime is on the rise – often driven by cumulative problems Youth violent crime, which had been declining for a long time, has increased in recent years. In particular, violent offences committed by under-15s have become more common s...

21.10.2025 | The wellbeing services counties have achieved a better balance in their finances and found new ways of securing their services in a difficult situation, explains the annual assessment of the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) on the organisation of healthcare and social welfare services. 

Alcohol – Drinking patterns among Finns On this page Regular alcohol use continues to decline Regular alcohol use among Finns decreased between 2016 and 2023. The proportion of people consuming alcohol at least weekly declined among both men and w...

9.10.2025 | A recent study found that mould damage in school buildings does not increase the risk of asthma among students. The study included 110 Finnish primary and secondary schools, and the health of 30,000 students was tracked using national health registers over a 16-year period.

Investigation of a bathing water-related outbreak On this page Who are the instructions for? The guideline is intended for the municipal investigation team responsible for foodborne, waterborne, and bathing water–related outbreaks. The investigati...

Explore our research activities High quality scientific research forms the foundation of THL’s expert work, development activities and statistical production. Our statutory mission is to provide reliable information to support decision making and ...

Gambling On this page Monitoring gambling and its impacts is becoming increasingly important With the new Gambling Act (10/2026), gambling operations will be opened to competition in July 2027. The impacts of the gambling system reform must be mon...

Drugs On this page An overview of the drug situation and drug use is formed by combining research data from multiple sources The illegal nature of drug use and the stigma associated with it make drugs a difficult phenomenon to study. To obtain a r...

Duty to notify violence against a child On this page Duty to notify violence against a child These guidelines are intended to support child welfare and other authorities working with children in situations where suspicions arise that a child is or...

10.6.2026 | National Health Index 2024 1 Appendix Table 3. National Health Index: Weighting factors by disease group and weighting in the work disability index Disease groups of the morbidity index The total weighting of a disease group in the overall morbidi...

Fidelity review of the IPS supported employment service On this page Who are the instructions for? This is a guideline for professionals or experts who carry out a fidelity review of IPS supported employment. Fidelity reviewing IPS supported emplo...

Population wellbeing – Migrants On this page About one in two migrants feel that their quality of life is good For the most part, persons born abroad with foreign background (hereafter migrants) are doing well, but there are significant difference...

21.5.2025 | The risk test for chronic diseases has been published online. The test provides a quick and easy way to assess one’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and/or memory disorders. The test was developed by THL and the Finnish Diabetes Association.

29.5.2026 | The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) and Tampere University are investigating, in the LEAP project launched this spring, how well food industry companies operating in Finland are aware of and implement the national guidelines on the marketing of foods to children and young people published in 2024.

9.5.2025 | Alpha-PVP ("peukku") is increasingly used especially in the vicinity of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area. However, regional differences are significant, and its use is strongly concentrated in Southern and Southwest Finland. THL’s recent wastewater study indicates that the amphetamine and cocaine consumption volumes measured in 2024 are also among the highest ever measured in many cities and surroundings.

Wellbeing services counties have a key responsibility in preventing violence – obligations arise from international agreements Published 8.6.2026 The views expressed in the blog posts are the writers’ own and do not represent the official position...

11.6.2026 | Phenomena related to alcohol, tobacco and nicotine products, and gambling have changed rapidly in recent years. Nicotine pouches have, for example, quickly become the most commonly used nicotine product in many population groups, alcohol availability has increased, and online gambling has become more widespread. The Action Plan for Preventive Substance Use Work for 2026–2035 provides solutions to address the problems arising from these developments.

30.4.2026 | Your health affects your career choices and obtaining a driving licence. This health examination has assessed some relevant health-related restrictions. You will report any restrictions yourself when applying for vocational education or a driving ...

Self-care programmes do not erase traces of violence Published 9.9.2025 The views expressed in the blog posts are the writers' own and do not represent the official position of the institution. Even one act of violence can leave the victim in pain...

25.3.2026 | The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) is launching a study which is unique in scope on a global level and involves tracking the entire age group born in Finland between 2026 and 2029, together with their families. The Future Finland study begins in March in the Uusimaa region and will later be expanded nationwide. The study is funded by the Finnish Cultural Foundation.