sairausjakso
The term sairastajakaso refers to a period during which an individual is unable to work due to illness or injury. In Finnish employment and health‑insurance contexts, it denotes a formal time span of medical leave. The concept is closely linked to labour regulations, employer obligations, and social‑security provisions, reflecting the country’s approach to occupational health.
During a sairastajakaso, the employee may receive financial support from the Social Insurance Institution (Kela) or
Employers are required to keep track of employee leave and to provide medical certificates if the sick
The concept extends beyond acute illness. Long‑term medisinal conditions that necessitate extended treatment, such as cancer,
Notably, the use of sairastajakaso is governed by Finnish law, which balances employee welfare with labour