New statistics map the Czech Republic's ongoing doctor shortage
The increasing average age of doctors in Czechia, paired with an underfunded system, has led to a long-term shortage of doctors in the country.
Changes that will impact your finances in Czechia in 2023
From household bills to banking innovations, what does 2023 hold for consumers in Czechia?
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
More banks to share ATMs, news on foreigner's health insurance monopoly, Prague metro stations turn 42, and more buzzworthy headlines for Dec.19.
VZP monopoly on foreigners' insurance to remain in place for now
The state health insurance company's five-year monopoly over foreigner's commercial insurance was approved by the lower house of parliament last year.
Czech Republic considers introducing supplemental health insurance
The Czech health minister wants to boost the coffers of the country's healthcare sector by introducing a system of above-standard coverage.
Czech medical chamber warns of decline in Czech healthcare standards
The government directive giving 8 percent in health insurers' payments to care providers isn't enough, say officials in the healthcare sector.
Medicine shortages and lengthy waitlists: Does Czechia have a healthcare problem?
Pharmacies around the country report a lack of drugs while too few doctors have to care for too many patients.
6 tips from a foreigner-friendly optometrist for buying great glasses in Czechia
It’s worth investing time and money to buy a high-quality pair of glasses, so we talked to an expert about the process.
Ukraine update: Czech govt. considers separate classes for Ukrainian students
A daily dispatch on how the war in Ukraine is impacting life in the Czech Republic.
Czech National Bank raises interest rates to highest level since 1999
Plus: State-paid health insurance contributions to drop, PPF selects new boss, and a new poll says most Czechs think good coffee is an important job perk.
20 helpful resources for Ukrainian refugees in Czechia
A regularly update guide to services ad useful tools for Ukrainian refugees in Prague and the Czech Republic.
Sweeping changes to Czech health insurance: here’s what you need to know
The biggest amendment to the Public Health Insurance Act for fifteen years includes some important changes.
Health insurance prices for foreigners in the Czech Republic are on the rise
After warnings that a new regulation on foreigners’ insurance could cause an unhealthy monopoly, prices are already rising.
A foreigner's guide to private health insurance in the Czech Republic
Czech law requires anyone staying in the country to have health insurance, but not everyone qualifies to receive coverage from the state.
Czech car insurance FAQ: A complete guide to vehicle coverage in the Czech Republic
From buying the right policies to what to do when you get in an accident and how to pause coverage while you're out of the country.
Third-country nationals call ruling on foreigner's insurance discriminatory
The mother of a chronically ill child is fighting a Czech policy that denies children of working, tax-paying parents access to public health insurance.
Czech government passes bill to clarify who constitutes EU citizens' family members
The draft also would require foreigners with long-term residence to get insurance from a VZP subsidiary.
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