tervishoiul

Tervishoiul is an Estonian term that translates to "healthcare" in English. It encompasses the entirety of services and systems designed to maintain and improve the health of individuals and the population. This includes preventive care, diagnosis, treatment of illnesses and injuries, rehabilitation, and palliative care.

The Estonian healthcare system is a mixed system, combining public and private providers. A significant portion of funding comes from social health insurance contributions, paid by employers and employees. The national health insurance fund, Eesti Haigekassa, plays a crucial role in financing and organizing healthcare services.

Primary healthcare is largely delivered through family physicians who act as gatekeepers to specialist care. Hospitals, both public and private, provide secondary and tertiary services. Estonia has a well-developed digital infrastructure for healthcare, with electronic health records being widely implemented, facilitating efficient information sharing and patient management.

Efforts in public health focus on disease prevention, health promotion, and addressing public health challenges through national programs and public awareness campaigns. The Ministry of Social Affairs is the main governmental body responsible for overseeing and developing healthcare policy in Estonia.