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Just Landed 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.
Hospitals and clinics:
How to deal with Hospitals in Belgium
Hospitals ( hôpitaux/ziekenhuisen) 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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