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On this page you will find information on the coronavirus and the epidemic from the perspective of the Wellbeing services county of Southwest Finland.

Most coronavirus infections will heal on their own and do not require contact with a health professional. On this page you will find instructions on what to do if you suspect you have a corona infection. For corona vaccinations, we follow the guidelines by THL (Finnish institute for health and welfare).

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.

Corona and influenza vaccination in autumn

Your own health station is the primary treatment center in all cases of illness.

Paxlovid medication requires careful assessment from a physician. The medication is initiated as quickly as possible after coronavirus symptoms have emerged but no later than 5 days from the start of symptoms.

Usually you can treat a coronavirus infection (COVID-19) at home in accordance with the symptoms, like other sudden respiratory infections. In the event of severe symptoms such as shortness of breath or a deterioration in your general condition – or if you belong to the severe coronavirus…