Vaccinations

Both free and paid vaccinations are available at the health station. Please remember to book an appointment in advance. 

 

Seasonal vaccinations and other vaccines for risk groups are also provided according to national guidelines

COVID-19 vaccinations
Free COVID-19 vaccinations are offered to target groups in line with the recommendations of the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL). Read more about eligible groups and how to book an appointment.
Influenza vaccinations
Free influenza vaccinations are available to target groups in accordance with the recommendations of the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL). Read more about eligible groups and how to book an appointment.
TBE vaccine, also known as the 'tick vaccine'
If you spend a lot of time in nature in certain areas in Helsinki, it is recommended that you get vaccinated against tick-borne encephalitis. In Helsinki, Karhusaari residents are offered the vaccine free of charge.
Avian influenza vaccinations
Vaccination against avian influenza has ended for the time being. Those who are eligible for the avian influenza vaccine are entitled to a free seasonal influenza vaccine.
Free vaccinations for risk groups
Free tick-borne encephalitis (TBE), hepatitis A and B, meningococcal, and pneumococcal vaccinations are available at health stations for risk groups as defined by the THL.Read more about eligible groups and how to book an appointment.

Vaccinations under the national vaccination programme

Vaccinations for children and schoolchildren
Children and young people receive vaccinations under the national vaccination programme at maternity and child health clinics and through school health services.These vaccinations are free of charge and voluntary.
Vaccinations for students and young adults
The protection offered by childhood vaccinations is supplemented with booster shots when needed. Vaccinations are free of charge, but it is your responsibility to request them yourself.
Vaccinations for adults
As an adult, you are responsible for getting any necessary booster shots included in the national vaccination programme, such as the tetanus vaccine.These vaccinations are available free of charge at your health station by appointment.

Other vaccinations

Vaccinations for travellers
You can get the necessary travel vaccinations at your health station. The vaccine itself must be paid for, but the injection is free of charge. Please contact your health station well in advance of your trip.

You can also find this page at hel.fi/vaccinations.