Belgium Guide: Health

One of the most important things when going abroad is to make sure that you are covered in case of accidents or illness. Our health guide provides information on health insurance, hospitals, doctors and pharmacies.

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  Hospitals and clinics

  How to deal with Hospitals in Belgium

  Hospitals (hôpitaux/ziekenhuizen) are identified by the international sign of a white H on a blue background.

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  Doctors

  Appointments, visits and insurance refunds

  Doctors (médecins/artsen) throughout Belgium are well trained and required to keep up-to-date with the latest medical developments.

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  Dentists

  How to find a dentist in Belgium

  There are many excellent dentists ( dentistes/tandartsen) in Belgium and it shouldn’t be difficult to find one who speaks English.

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  Drugs & Medicines

  Where to get them

  The selling of drugs and medicines of all kinds is strictly regulated in Belgium, whether you want over-the-counter remedies or need a prescription ( ordonnance/voorschrift) filled.

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  Emergencies

  Emergency numbers and doctors

  In Belgium, the emergency phone number for requesting an ambulance ( ambulance/ziekenwagen) or reporting a fire is 100. 

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  Health Insurance

  How to cover your medical expenses in Belgium

  Health insurance is mandatory in Belgium, and basic cover is generally provided by the national social security system.

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