Taiwan Guide: Health
One of the most important things when going abroad is to make sure that you are covered in case of accidents or illness. Our health guide provides information on health insurance, hospitals, doctors and pharmacies.
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Going to the doctor in Taiwan
Public, private and emergency care
You have the option of public or private care when you need to see a doctor. Private care is more expensive, but the staff will likely speak English. The public health insurance covers most treatments and some public doctors will speak English as they often study abroad.
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Pharmacies and medication
What should you bring from home?
Even without a prescription you can find most medications at the drugstore, even some that require prescription in other countries like asthma inhalers. However, for stronger pain killers you still need a prescription. You will find drugs cheaper in Taiwan than the West.
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