Use of the AstraZeneca coronavirus continues in Finland

On April 7, the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare announced that the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine will continue for the time being in Finland in people aged 65 and over, as no blood clots have been found in this age group.

Changes in the school and student health care coronavirus helpline service as of 1 March 2021

As of 1 March 2021, the school and student health care coronavirus helpline will only serve comprehensive school students. Upper secondary school students and vocational school students may use the centralised student health care appointment booking number: 02 266 1570. Omaolo service offers you an opportunity to get tested.

Find Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Coronavirusvaccinations

We have gathered together on this page the most frequently asked questions about coronavirusvaccinations. (30/3/2021)

Disruption in telephone service of Social Emergency Services

The telephone number of Social Emergency Services (tel. +358 2 262 6003) is currently out of service. Social Emergency Services can be contacted by calling the emergency number 112 or by using our electronic channels.

Coronavirus Testing Times Can Be Booked through Omaolo

In collaboration with the Hospital District of Southwest Finland, the City of Turku offers an opportunity to book coronavirus testing times online in connection with the Omaolo symptom assessment. Every adult Turku resident who has completed the online assessment will automatically be given a time slot through the Omaolo service for getting tested at Tykslab.

In Turku, Infections Spread Particularly within Families and Circles of Close Acquaintances

The coronavirus situation in Turku has taken a turn for the worse. Coronavirus infections have been detected in schools and educational institutions and several classes and entire schools have been ordered into quarantine.

Coronavirus Testing Times Can Now Be Booked through Omaolo

In collaboration with the Hospital District of Southwest Finland, the City of Turku is now offering an opportunity to book coronavirus testing times online in connection with the Omaolo symptom assessment. After this change, every Turku resident who has completed the online assessment will automatically be given a time slot through the Omaolo service for getting tested at Tykslab. (24.11.2020)

Recommendation to Use a Face Mask in Institutions of Upper Secondary Education and Higher Education in Turku

On 2 October, the regional working group for coronavirus prevention led by the Hospital District of Southwest Finland decided in their meeting to issue new recommendations for Southwest Finland, as the coronavirus epidemic is accelerating in Turku, Raisio, Kaarina and Lieto.