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Emergency
Phones
A list of important emergency phone numbers
and useful phone numbers in Cyprus.
Hospitals
Health facilities are generally of a high-quality
standard. The latest technology and operating techniques are
standard, with heart bypass surgery and kidney transplantation
now routine in hospitals.The emergency departments of all hospitals
are manned with English-speaking personnel, although it is advisable
to seek the assistance of an interpreter for more complex medical
matters. Emergency medical treatment, administered in the Accident
and Emergency department, is free to international tourists.
International travelers are, however, advised to take out full
medical insurance before departure. No health agreement exists
with the UK.
Phisicians, Clinics and Health
Centres
Cyprus has a very high standard of medical
services. Hospitals, private clinics and medical centers are
equipped with the latest facilities.
For non-emergency cases there are many good doctors' surgeries,
clinics and health centers in Cyprus, several with English speaking
doctors or translators.
Dentists
Dentists, and dental specialists, are available
everywhere and their fees are quite low compared to European
standards. Low cost international private medical insurance
is available for non-Cypriot people living in Cyprus. Dentists
are of a high standard and dental surgeries are well equipped
with the latest facilities.
Pharmacies
Most pharmaceutical products in Cyprus can
be bought directly over the counter. There are various pharmacies
on the island and many stay open late and some even 24hrs. Non
prescription medicines are easily available and reasonably priced.
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