National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL)

The National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) is a Finnish government agency that conducts research and provides information to improve public health, social welfare, and health care services. It gathers and analyzes data to understand health trends, develops policies, and offers guidance to professionals and policymakers. THL also works on disease prevention, health promotion, and ensuring services are effective and accessible. Essentially, it's a scientific body dedicated to supporting a healthy society through research, data analysis, and policy advice.