Medical Facilities
Hospitals
The health facilities in Cyprus are of a high standard. The latest technologies and operating techniques are standard practice, with heart bypass surgery and kidney transplantation operations routine in the islands hospitals.
The accident and emergency departments of all the hospitals are manned with English-speaking personnel, but its advisable to seek the assistance of an interpreter for more complex medical matters.
Emergency treatment in the Accident and Emergency department, is free to tourists. It is advised to take out full medical insurance before departure none the less as no health agreement exists with the UK.
Phisicians, Clinics and Health Centres
Cyprus medical services are second to none with hospitals, private clinics and medical centers all equipped with the latest facilities.
There are numerous doctors' surgeries, health centers and clinics in Cyprus of a very high standard, with English speaking doctors or translators.
Dentists
Dental specialists, are available throughout the island and their fees are vety affordable compared to European standards. Low cost international private medical insurance is available for non-Cypriot people living in Cyprus. Dentists and dental surgeries are of a high standard and are equipped with the latest facilities.
Pharmacies
Most pharmaceutical products in Cyprus can be purchased over the counter. There are various chemists on the island
which stay open late and in every district some open 24hrs. Non prescription medicines are easily available and reasonably priced.
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