FSHS Newsletter for degree students

Published: 01.09.2026

 In this newsletter:

New student, welcome to FSHS!

We at the FSHS are here to support your health and well-being throughout your studies. We have collected an information page for new students on our website to help you get started with FSHS. Read more or watch our presentation video from our website.

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The healthcare fee for students in higher education, which is paid to Kela, covers all services at the FSHS

Please remember to pay it for both the fall and spring semesters to Kela unprompted. Always check out Kela's website for more detailed information about the healthcare fee. 

Read more from Kela's website

Start using YTHSDigi service

As a higher education student, the easiest way you can take care of issues related to your health with us is using our digital service, YTHSDigi.

On YTHSDigi you can

  • contact us for an assessment of your need for treatment
  • message FSHS professionals about your ongoing care
  • join video appointments
  • access self-care material on digital paths
  • manage your appointment bookings
  • complete forms
  • complete the health questionnaire for first-year students.

YTHSDigi can be used both in the mobile app or on an internet browser. We recommend downloading the app for a smoother service experience and so you can receive notifications about your care.

Read more about YTHSDigi

Small Changes for Good Health – student well-being week is held from 28 September to 2 October 2026

This year’s theme focuses on the role of personal choices in promoting health – and how they are influenced by both external support and the realities of everyday life. The week’s programme includes the following events:

  • Webinar on Tuesday 29 September 2026, 2 pm to 3 pm, held in English: Information session for international students
    Experts: Marko Sahi, registered nurse, and Hanna-Mari Smale, public health nurse at FSHS
     
  • Wednesday 30 September 2026, 2 pm to 3 pm, held in Swedish: Webinar on faith in the future
    Expert: psychologist Jennifer Söderlund
     
  • Thursday 1 October 2026, 2 pm to 3 pm, held in Finnish: Webinar on alcohol and other intoxicant use
    Expert: addiction physician Kaarlo Simojoki

Read more about the student well-being week

 

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