läheiskontaktit
Läheiskontaktit, or close contact in Finnish, refers to situations where individuals come into direct or indirect physical proximity with one another, increasing the risk of transmitting infectious diseases, particularly respiratory illnesses like COVID-19. The concept is widely used in public health guidelines to assess and mitigate the spread of contagious conditions.
Close contact is typically defined as being within approximately two meters (six feet) of an infected person
During outbreaks, health authorities often classify close contacts as individuals who may need monitoring, testing, or
Läheiskontaktit guidelines vary depending on the disease and local health recommendations. Factors such as mask-wearing, ventilation,