Healthcare

09/09/2017

I do not know how to register for Spanish healthcare

For Spanish public healthcare, as a British national living in Spain, you will first need to register as a resident with the Spanish government and also […]
09/09/2017

I need to talk in confidence about my general health issues or find a support group

Health issues can be discussed in confidence with your doctor. Help in English can often be arranged on request in the Spanish public health care system.  […]
09/09/2017

I need to see a doctor and have registered for Spanish healthcare

If you need to see a doctor and are registered for Spanish healthcare, please look up your nearest health centre in order to make an appointment […]
09/09/2017

I need to see a doctor and have NOT registered for Spanish healthcare

EMERGENCY TREATMENT using public (state) healthcare If you need to see a doctor and are NOT registered for Spanish healthcare, as a British national your blue […]
09/09/2017

I am unsure if I am registered for Spanish healthcare

If you are unsure if you are registered for Spanish public healthcare (servicio de sanidad pública) but would like to find out or register, the link […]
09/09/2017

I need help in English understanding the doctors or nurses in the hospital or doctors’ surgery

At public health centres and public hospitals services are provided in Spanish, although some doctors and health workers speak English and, if needed, you should ask […]
09/09/2017

I need someone to visit me in hospital or go with me on a visit to outpatients

Click here for a list or organisations that may be able to provide you with assistance in your area by visiting you in hospital and/or accompanying […]
09/09/2017

I need nursing care in my home; full-time, for a few hours a week or to help out while my normal carer is away

Help from the Spanish authorities Depending on your circumstances and your condition, as a UK national resident in Spain you may be able to access medical […]
09/09/2017

I or someone close to me has an alcohol or drink-related issue

Your local public health service doctor can assist if required. If you are not registered please click here for information on how to do so. Please […]
09/09/2017

I need emergency hospital treatment

Are you registered for Spanish public healthcare? Yes, I am registered: If you are registered for Spanish public healthcare and have a ‘tarjeta sanitaria’ (credit-card-sized health […]
09/09/2017

I need post-hospital or post-treatment medical care at home

Help from the Spanish authorities Usually, if you have recently been receiving hospital care and your doctors feel you need post-treatment care at home, they will […]
09/09/2017

I want to talk to someone about HIV / AIDS

Search our directory for organisations or groups providing assistance and support. Click here. (Remember to add in the name of your town or village to see […]
09/09/2017

I need support for Alzheimer’s or a dementia condition (including those linked to Parkinson’s)

Public Healthcare If you require assistance with or guidance on registering with Spanish public healthcare please click here. Dementia Charities There is a network of dementia […]
09/09/2017

I have questions about mental health and need advice

Search our directory for organisations or groups providing assistance and support. Click here. Remember to add in the name of your town or village to see […]
09/09/2017

I have diabetes or have a friend or relative who is diabetic

Please click here to find groups dedicated to helping people living with diabetes. Even if they are not located directly in your area, initial help and […]
09/09/2017

I have been diagnosed with cancer and need to know what support is available

There is a network of cancer support charitable organisations or voluntary groups that can provide advice and assistance. Please click below for a list of possible […]
09/09/2017

I am interested in breast scanning or advice about breast cancer

Search our directory for organisations or groups providing assistance and support. Click here.        
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