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.
Czechia on brink of hepatitis A epidemic: What's being done to prevent it
The European Center for Disease Control and Prevention has told vulnerable people in Czechia to get vaccinated against the potentially fatal disease.
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.
TELL US: Has Czechia's smoking culture made it harder for you to kick the habit?
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May 31 is World No Tobacco Day, and we’re looking at smoking trends in Czechia—and how nicotine use has changed over the years.
Czechia poised for historic debate on legalizing assisted dying
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STAN’s historic election platform includes legalizing euthanasia, sparking urgent debate amid growing public support and palliative care challenges.
Wegovy launches in Czechia: New era for obesity treatment begins
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The Danish diabetes drug is now officially available for weight loss in Czechia, offering a medically supervised option to help tackle obesity.
Prague’s emergency response saves Irish runner after 47-minute cardiac arrest
Thanks to Prague’s advanced emergency system and ECMO treatment, an Irish marathoner survived nearly 47 minutes without a heartbeat.
Where to relax in Prague: Best spas, salons, and wellness retreats
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Explore spas, salons, and wellness retreats in and around Prague offering expert care, relaxing treatments, and English-speaking service.
Czech doctors, WHO warn: Alcohol kills 7,000 yearly—it's time to act
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Health leaders call for tighter booze laws, ad bans, and tax hikes as the Czech Republic faces one of the world’s worst drinking rates.
From today, all doctors in Czechia can prescribe medicinal cannabis
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In a further step to liberalize marijuana legislation, patients will also receive a three-month supply of the medicine, rather than just one.
Czechia to revamp outdated nutrition guidelines amid alarming obesity rates
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Public health officials warned that Czech guidelines, outdated by 20 years, must align with countries worldwide to prioritize healthier food choices.
New mural in Prague 5 shines light on a rare disease
A striking new mural in Smíchov created by local students and Colombian artist DjLu Juegasiempre raises awareness for Huntington’s disease.
How Czechia's new Patient Portal aims to make accessing healthcare simpler
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Hospitals in the country will make discharge reports paperless, and the state wants to create a map of doctor's offices on an app.
Foreigners' abortion rights in Czechia: Legal on paper, denied in practice?
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Despite legal abortion access, foreign women—especially non-EU nationals—face bureaucratic, financial, and legal hurdles that can delay or deny care.
Prague's largest hospital introduces new device for rapid flu testing
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As flu rates soar, the new child-focused equipment sets out to reduce hospitalizations, doctor workload, and unnecessary antibiotics.
Hidden fees, denied care: What foreigners should know about Czech healthcare rights
We break down the ambiguity surrounding when doctor's offices can and cannot refuse registration, charge extra payments, and decline care.
Foreigners are flocking to Czechia for better healthcare
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Over 100,000 foreigners come to the country every year for care, saying that treatment in Czech clinics is better than at home.
