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Disruptions in Influenza Vaccination Booking Authorisations for Health and Social Care Students
Some students have received booking authorisations that do not work. The issue is being investigated and will be rectified as soon possible.
Information on upcoming influenza vaccinations at FSHS service units
The booking permission and contact form for influenza vaccinations will be available in the Self online service during week 42.
Entering student life provides an opportunity to make healthy lifestyle changes
14% of students now have a body mass index (BMI) of over 30. For individuals, focusing on healthy life style choices is beneficial.
All student healthcare services for SAMK Kankaanpää students to be located in Pori
The FSHS service unit located at Siltapuistokatu 6 will be open for students from the campus in Kankaanpää.
First-year student, please complete the HealthStart questionnaire in the Self online service
Students who started their first higher education degree in the autumn semester 2025 can now complete the HealthStart questionnaire.
Annika Saarikko becomes Managing Director of the FSHS
“The FSHS has an important role to play looking to the future. We carry responsibility for students’ wellbeing as they build their future working life”, says Saarikko.
FSHS groups support the well-being of students
Participants have praised our groups for their safe atmosphere and research-based practical tips on improving one’s health.
Influenza vaccinations at FSHS will be scheduled for late autumn
Additional information on the practical arrangements will be published during October.
Permission to eat! Focusing only on weight loss will not lead to long-term weight management
Dietitian Anette Palssa doesn’t divide foods into strict categories of “healthy” and “unhealthy”. Instead, she emphasises the importance of having a healthy relationship with food and your body.