Doctors' advice
On Doctor's advice, some of Finland's leading physicians give reliable and versatile information on topical health themes. All articles can be found below in the slideshow or from the menu on the left.
The other section of the Virtual clinic is the Anatomy of a medicine package, helping you to interpret different markings of a package while visiting a pharmacy. Read on!
Tapio Rantanen
Sunburn has many dangers, but even slight redness or a tan is an indication of skin cell damage. Dermatologist Tapio Rantanen gives some advice about protecting your skin from the sun. Read more...
Riitta Heikkilä
We can all prevent sexually transmitted diseases or STDs with the choices we make, says Riitta Heikkilä, obstetrician gynaecologist. Read more...
Terttu Harju
Healthy lifestyle choices are essential for asthmatics, says Terttu Harju, Specialist in Pulmonary Diseases. Read more...
Jaana Puhakka
Jaana Puhakka, Specialist in General Medicine, raises important issues concerning the diet of patients using the anticoagulant warfarin, and the significance of vitamin K as part of the diet. Read more...
Petri Kulmala
Adjunct Professor and pediatrician, Petri Kulmala shares that food allergies in children are much less common then generally assumed and not necessarily linked to dermatitis. Read more...
Perttu Arkkila
Perttu Arkkila, specialist in internal medicine and gastroenterology, discusses the "burning topic" of the holiday season: the symptoms and treatment of heartburn. Read more...
Terho Heikkinen
Adjunct professor, paediatrician, Terho Heikkinen from Turku University Hospital, tells why he recommends a flu shot to prevent seasonal influenza. Read more...
Jan Sundell
Also known in Finland as Doctor Body, Jan Sundell, specialist in internal medicine and adjunct professor at Turku University Hospital, discusses the role of nutritional supplements in illness prevention and body buidling workout. Read more...
Ralf Nyman
How should children's ear infections be treated and when is the right time to go and see a doctor? A specialist in paediatrics, Ralf Nyman, explains. Read more...
Tapani Kiminkinen
Tapani Kiminkinen, a country physician from Saarijärvi, has become widely popular though his own television series. Known for his direct style, Kiminkinen delves deep into the well and ill-being of the nation. Read more...
