Substance abuse poses major costs to Finnish municipalities; alcohol alone burdens healthcare. Prevention is key, say organizations.

More young adults seek help from EHYT's substance abuse helpline, but funding cuts threaten its 24/7 availability.

Finns fear alcohol home delivery will strain child welfare services, with 75% lacking trust in effective age limit enforcement.

Funding cuts to substance abuse prevention undermine cost-effective solutions and increase future costs, warn Finnish health organizations.

Alcohol costs the public healthcare system up to €1.1 billion annually, burdening Finland's wellbeing services counties.

Alcohol causes significant health risks in Finland, leading to over 37,000 life years lost annually, impacting national economy and public h

Nearly half of minors obtain alcohol via social media, making it easy for them to access substances. Survey by EHYT ry: 40% use social media