Finland
Finland (Medicine)
Finland (/'fɪnlənd/; Finnish: Suomi [ˈsuo̯mi] (listen); Swedish: Finland [ˈfɪ̌nland] (listen)), officially the Republic of Finland, is a Nordic country located in Northern Europe.
Etymology
The etymology of the word "Finland" is generally believed to come from the Old Norse finnr, meaning "wanderer" or "hunter", and land, meaning "land" or "country". The name was given by the Vikings who explored and settled in the area during the Viking Age.
Medical System
Finland is known for its universal healthcare system, which provides all residents with access to healthcare services, regardless of income or social status. The system is funded through taxes and is administered by the Finnish Ministry of Social Affairs and Health.
Notable Medical Achievements
Finland has made significant contributions to the field of medicine. For example, Finnish researchers were instrumental in the discovery of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19. Additionally, Finland is a world leader in the field of genetic research, with the Finnish Genome Project being one of the most comprehensive genetic studies in the world.
Related Terms
- Universal healthcare
- Finnish Ministry of Social Affairs and Health
- SARS-CoV-2
- COVID-19
- Genetic research
- Finnish Genome Project
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Finland
- Wikipedia's article - Finland
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