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Research publications

Kela’s researchers publish their work both in Kela’s own research publication series and in other national and international scientific outlets. The latest research publications can be found on this page, and more can be browsed and searched using the site’s search function.

Kela publishes research in four series as well as, when appropriate, in separate publications. The series include research from various scientific fields that are thematically connected to Kela’s framework.

Of Kela’s research publication series, Studies and Theme Books are peer-reviewed. The series Reports and Openings are not peer-reviewed. Read more about Kela’s research publishing activities.

The online versions of Kela’s series publications are available free of charge in the Helda publication archive (helda.helsinki.fi). Printed versions can be ordered from Helda or by email at julkaisut@kela.fi

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The Impact of Day Care Attendance on Antibiotic Use Among Children Aged 0-12 Years: A Population-Based Register Study

We use comprehensive register data to study if the cumulative antibiotic use in children differs according to the duration of how long the child has been in home care before entering day care.
Published: 17.11.2025

Työikäisten terveydenhuollon suunta: osaoptimointia vai yhteistyötä?

Ikääntyvässä Suomessa työikäisen väestön työkyvyn turvaaminen on koko yhteiskunnan toimivuuden perusedellytys.
Published: 13.11.2025

Trends in the Incidence of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Early Risk Factors

We aimed to investigate trends in ADHD diagnoses and associated risk factors.
Published: 12.11.2025

Austerity, Health Payments and Economic Well-Being

This dissertation explores the relationship between health-related payments and household economic well-being through the theoretical framework of decommodification.
Published: 6.11.2025

Internet-Assisted Cognitive Behavioral Therapy With Telephone Coaching Versus an Educational Control for Antenatal Depression: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial With Population-Based Screening

This ongoing research project evaluates the efficacy of the Stronger Together internet-assisted cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) with telephone coaching for antenatal depression.
Published: 3.11.2025