Pharmacies in Czechia will offer flu vaccinations from autumn
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People will be able to walk into selected pharmacies (or reserve their appointment online) and get a flu shot, though terms apply.
Losing your MultiSport card? These perks and benefits are healthy alternatives
As firms quietly exit MultiSport deals, workers look elsewhere for perks. From wellness stipends to flexi passes, here’s what’s still on offer.
Hidden retreat: A mill in the Bohemian forest reopens as a boutique escape
South of Ještěd, about twenty kilometers from Liberec, a historic mill has been restored for the modern traveler.
Czech surge in hepatitis A cases signals growing public health concern
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The country has reported a sharp rise in hepatitis A infections and deaths over the first half of 2025, with experts urging hygiene and vaccination.
In Czechia, a new kind of retreat is helping leaders reset and return sharper
Taking a break from work doesn’t have to feel risky. Retreats are helping leaders hit pause, clear their minds, and build stronger teams.
National Museum in Prague under fire for exhibit 'promoting' smoking
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Critics say that the exhibition, which is sponsored by a global tobacco company, conflicts with national advertising laws.
Foreigners seeking work in Czechia entitled to state-funded health insurance
Foreigners who are properly registered with the Czech Labor Office as job seekers are entitled to public health insurance, the Ombudsman has clarified.
Flavored vapes under fire: Czechia clamps down on e-cigarettes
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The Health Ministry has decided to prohibit the sale of candy-like flavors in vapes and e-cigarettes, but stops short of banning all flavors.
Relief for expats: Czechia to finally make extra, hidden doctors' fees illegal
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Many general practitioners in the country charge extra fees for services like speaking a different language or just to register at a practice.
Over half a million people—mainly foreigners—don't have a GP in Czechia
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A new report from the Health Ministry finds that children are the worst-affected, though people without a registered doctor still visit hospitals for care.
Health insurance in Czechia to cover every step of the expat journey
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For EU citizens and non-EU residents, from students to seniors, this no-stress guide to health insurance in Czechia has you covered.
How to find a great dentist in Prague (and what to expect)
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From routine cleanings to emergency care, these English-friendly clinics and services make navigating dental visits in Prague a lot less stressful.
Czechia drops surgery requirement in landmark move for trans rights
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The country was one of the last in Europe to require sterilization for legal gender recognition; advocates say the new reforms fall short of legal clarity.
Broken tax policy is fueling a black market booze boom in Czechia
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Alcohol addiction cost Czechia’s largest health insurer CZK 1 billion last year, while rising excise taxes on spirits are fueling illegal spirits demand.
Free fillings? Czech dental care gets a major upgrade in 2026
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Pricey root canal treatments will also, from 2026, be at least partly covered by insurance—coverage differs between adults and children.
Studying in Prague next fall? Here’s what you need to know about health insurance
International students in Czechia need health insurance—Colonnade’s digital tools and English-speaking care make it a hassle-free choice.
Czechia poised to legalize magic mushrooms for mental health treatment
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The bill, signed off by MPs, now heads to the Senate, where it's expected to pass.
