Hospitals in The Netherlands
Expats will generally find Dutch hospitals to be clean, modern and equipped with latest technology treating patients. There are 120 hospitals in the Netherlands
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Smoking in the Netherlands
Due to significant health issues caused by smoking tobacco, Dutch law now places limits on smoking in the Netherlands and where cigarettes can be sold.
Continue reading →Dutch Pharmacies & Prescriptions
Here is a brief overview of Dutch pharmacies (apotheeken), chemists (apothekers) and prescriptions (recepten) for expats in the Netherlands. The Netherlands is similar to other countries in the way drugs … Continue reading →
Dying In The Netherlands
Things to know about dying in the Netherlands: legalities involved, reporting the death, undertaker services, euthanasia, cremation, repatriation of body.
Continue reading →Having A Baby in Netherlands
Find out what it’s like being pregnant and giving birth in Holland, the healthcare support you can expect when having a baby in Netherlands.
Continue reading →Dutch Child Vaccinations
Dutch child vaccinations are not mandatory in Netherlands but 95% of children get them. JGZ offers free inoculations. Non-vaccinated children can be excluded.
Continue reading →Dental Care in Netherlands
Overview for expats of dental care in Netherlands – the national dentist quality register, specialist dentists, professional requirements, dental insurance
Continue reading →Emergency in Netherlands? Dial 112
Life-threatening emergency in Netherlands? Call 112. The operator will relay details to the appropriate department (police, fire department). More contacts here
Continue reading →Dutch Health & Medical Terms
Expats may fin useful this Dutch medical terminology summary – words commonly used in the health field in Holland, along with the English translation.
Continue reading →Health Insurance in Netherlands
Overview for expats of Dutch health insurance in Netherlands, healthcare laws, legal minimum insurance required and receiving treatment in Holland or abroad
Continue reading →Changing Dutch Health Insurer
Information for expats on changing Dutch health insurer. Steps for switching healthcare insurance company in Netherlands during end-of-year open window.
Continue reading →Dutch Healthcare Insurance FAQ’s
Dutch healthcare professional answers ten expat questions about health insurance in Netherlands, basic, supplemental policy, international health insurance
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