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3 months ago

Kela notes uptick in anxiety disorder-based sick leave benefits

Mental health-based sickness leave benefits periods have become increasingly common in recent years, particularly among women, a Kela report says.
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3 months ago

Tuesday’s papers: Stubb on Trump’s ask, a taste for pork, and Kela’s Lapland cottages

The Finnish president says Trump’s statements should be taken seriously.
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3 months ago

Sniffles got you down? How to survive pollen season

Seasonal allergy sufferers in Finland know spring is here.
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3 months ago

Monday’s papers: A foreign nurse’s struggle, Finland introduces a new tax, and a mild March

When Finnish language skills fall short, deportation is a risk, writes Helsingin Sanomat
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4 months ago

Friday’s papers: Finland’s fitness problem, people’s earnings, and questions of belief

As waistlines expand, physical fitness in the country is steadily deteriorating, reports Helsingin Sanomat.
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4 months ago

Fewer families receiving Kela’s home care allowance for kids

The number of recipients has nearly halved in a decade.
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4 months ago

Poll: Young people’s life satisfaction falls to record low in Finland

According to the annual youth survey, young people’s satisfaction with their lives has dropped to a historic low.
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4 months ago

Authorities suspect nicotine pouch seller of €2.5m tax evasion

The illegal import of nicotine pouches is rising significantly, according to Finnish Customs.
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4 months ago

Burnout can affect anyone — How are you doing?

Burnout is not limited to people with jobs. Tell us your story.
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4 months ago

The penalty for motherhood is real, research shows

At the same time, men often see a career boost after they become dads.
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