The European Health Insurance Card in Spain: what it covers and how to use it
The European Health Insurance Card in Spain gives you access to medically necessary public healthcare during a temporary stay...
Tag: Healthcare System in Spain
Vitals Today articles on the Spanish Healthcare System: health card, health center and GP, appointments, emergencies, electronic prescriptions, and co-payments. Everything you need to know about accessing healthcare in Spain, what the system covers, public vs. private, and practical steps to complete procedures based on your situation.
Physiotherapy for back pain: public or private?
If your back pain seems mechanical (without an accident or serious fall) and there are no warning signs, the first thing to do is...
Who do I talk to if I think I have depression in Spain?
If symptoms of depression appear, it's important to know which healthcare resource to turn to. In the public system, the doors to...
What is a health insurance card in Spain for foreigners?
The health card is the document that identifies you within the public health system in Spain and allows you to...
How is depression treated in the Spanish public healthcare system?
If you've been experiencing low mood, anxiety, or lack of energy for a while and you live in Spain, the usual starting point is...
How does epidural anesthesia work for childbirth in a public hospital in Spain?
If you are going to give birth in a public hospital in Spain, you will most likely be able to request a...
How can I see a psychologist through the public healthcare system in Spain?
If you have anxiety, depression, or another mental health problem and want to be treated by the public healthcare system, the normal thing to do is...
Does Spanish public insurance cover treatment for cystic acne?
If a dermatologist in the public healthcare system diagnoses you with cystic acne or severe acne and prescribes treatment, Social Security...
