Terveysalat
Terveysalat is the Finnish umbrella term for the sectors and disciplines that promote, maintain, or restore health and well-being. It encompasses health care services, social welfare, public health, health promotion, and the broader health technologies and life sciences industries, including medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and health research. As a concept, terveYSALAT covers a range of professions, institutions, and activities involved in prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and support across the life course.
In Finland, the health sector comprises public providers, private health care organizations, and non-profit actors. It
Key trends shaping the field include digitalization and the use of electronic health records, telemedicine, and
The health sectors play a central role in policy, service delivery, and research, influencing health outcomes,