Covid vaccinations will expand to new age groups in Turku

The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare recommends that municipalities gradually expand their fourth COVID-19 vaccinations during July-August. In Turku the fourth vaccination has been given during the summer to 70-79 year-olds who in medical risk groups, and now the fourth vaccination have been extended to all 70-79 year-olds. The exact start date of the fourth vaccination of those aged 18-69 in risk groups and those aged 60-69 who are not at risk is not yet known. Information on the expansion of vaccinations will be provided during August.

New anti-coronavirus drug Paxlovid available only to specific target groups

The antiviral medication Paxlovid, developed to treat COVID-19 infections, has been introduced in Turku both in outpatient care and in hospital wards. Paxlovid is only administered to nationally established target groups. The drug is free for patients, and the decision on Paxlovid treatment is always made by a physician.

Fifth coronavirus vaccinations in Turku

The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) recommends new booster doses for those aged 12 or over whose immune system is severely weakened. The new booster dose means a fifth dose of the coronavirus vaccine. In Turku, the fifth vaccinations are given to groups recommended by THL. (Updated 4.8.2022)

Southwest Finland drops general recommendation for using masks – How does this affect Turku municipal services?

In accordance with policy set by the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL), the coronavirus epidemic coordination group in Southwest Finland has decided to remove the general recommendation for using masks in Southwest Finland as of Friday, 22 April. Although the general recommendation for using face masks has been lifted, the use of masks is still recommended for social and health care personnel, and for those visiting units of health care and services for the elderly, for example.

COVID-19 passport can be printed free of charge at the library

You can print your COVID-19 passport free of charge from the 7th of December at Turku City Libraries. Libraries staff will assist you with loading and printing your passport.

Coronavirus situation getting worse in Turku: Mask requirement introduced for municipal services and public transport

The City of Turku reminds residents to use masks indoors and outdoors. Masks are required in connection with municipal services and mandatory use of masks is being introduced on public transport owing to the worsening of the coronavirus situation.

Third coronavirus vaccinations in Turku

Third coronavirus vaccinations are being given to all who are 18 years old and above and to persons aged 12 and above with severe immune deficiencies. Those aged 60 and above and other previously named at-risk groups can get their third vaccinations when 3–4 months have passed from the second vaccination. For those the age of 18-60 who are not in an at-risk group, the third dose can be offered 4–6 months after the second dose. If you are entitled to a third coronavirus vaccination, reserve your vaccination time through Electronic Health Care Services.

Pop-up vaccination day at Halinen's youth centre

Residents of Turku aged 12 or over will be vaccinated on this pop-up vaccination day.