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.
FIRST PERSON: From diagnosis to recovery, an expat's Czech healthcare journey with a charity
An expat living in Prague speaks of his experience with the Czehc healthcare system after his cancer diagnosis.
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.
Prague clinic run by expats eases medical challenges for foreigners in Czechia
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With language barriers and cultural differences, expats in Prague face unique healthcare challenges; Unicare is addressing these issues head-on.
One-third of women in Czechia 'neglect' gynecological checkups: How to get help
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A new study has found that older women are less likely to access gynecological care—this is especially dangerous, as most uterine cancers occur after 50.
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Czechia to revamp outdated nutrition guidelines amid alarming obesity rates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Public health officials warned that Czech guidelines, outdated by 20 years, must align with countries worldwide to prioritize healthier food choices.
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.
EU funds at risk for Prague hospital projects amid corruption scandal
The Health Ministry warns that funding for Motol University Hospital could be forfeited if a corruption case violated EU financial interests.
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.
How Czech healthcare contributions can help you keep your 2025 resolutions
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This year, health insurance companies will focus more on prevention, with increased funding for exercise and health-related contributions.
Czech experts warn of rising walking pneumonia cases: Should you mask up?
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The illness is becoming increasingly detected in people under 30 with the number of infections increasing five-fold in Europe this year.
Prague healthcare professional charged with 11 rapes, more victims expected
The man, who provided services in both Prague and Brno, was remanded into custody following the charges, according to a police spokesperson.
Saturday edition: A cheat sheet to this week's headlines in Czechia
Toast scandal heats up as butter prices break the bank, Czech Airlines take a bow as new Vietnamese charter takes flight, and healthcare hits a new high.
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