Information on influenza vaccinations
In Finland, the seasonal influenza epidemic usually starts at the turn of the year and lasts for 2–3 months. Vaccination is the best protection against seasonal influenza. The influenza vaccine protects against influenza and its sequelae, such as ear infection, bronchitis, pneumonia…
Influenza vaccinations in Southwest Finland
Frequently asked questions about influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations
On this page, you can find answers to frequently asked questions about influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations. If you cannot find an answer to your question, please contact your own health centre.
COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations in Southwest Finland in autumn 2025
COVID-19 vaccinations will start in Southwest Finland in September and will continue in the region in autumn 2025, in line with the target groups defined by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) Vaccinations against influenza, also known as the flu, will commence in October…
Pneumococcal Infections Reported Among Workers at Turku Shipyard – Vaccinations Underway
In May, the Tyks hospital services of the Wellbeing Services County of Southwest Finland (Varha) treated approximately ten working-age adults for pneumococcal infections requiring hospitalisation. The number of cases is high compared to the same period last year. The majority of the…
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Coronavirus epidemic
On this page you will find information on the coronavirus and the epidemic from the perspective of the Wellbeing services county of Southwest Finland.
Mpox
Mpox (formerly monkeypox) is poorly transmitted between people and is not typically transmitted in brief encounters in everyday life. However, if you suspect an infection, contact the health care services by phone.