Medical Facilities in Cyprus
Medical treatment and assistance is offered free of charge to international tourists in case of health emergencies at the Accident and Emergency Department of Government Hospitals and Institutions.
Out-patient and in-patient treatment is provided against payment of the prescribed fees. Holiday-makers can also make use of their health insurance, which covers medical expenses, provided that this insurance covers the length of their stay on the island.
Almost all brands of manufactured medicines are available in Cyprus.
Since Cyprus’s accession to the European Union, medical treatment at the Government Hospital and Institutions are free of charge or fees are negligible depending on your income.
United Kingdom nationals will need to get an E121 FORM from the pension service at:-
TYNEVIEW PARK – Medical Benefits
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE98 1BA UK
Tel No: 00441912187647
Fax No: 00441912787376
There are several Private Clinics and Doctors Surgeries specializing in all medical fields. They offer quick medical treatment and peace of mind.
You will find that the majority of doctors are English speaking.
FOOD SAFETY AND DRINKING WATER QUALITY
In Cyprus the safety of food and drinking water quality is monitored by the Health Inspectors of the Medical and Public Services of the Ministry of Health and the Local Authorities. Food and drinking water are of high quality, absolutely safe and no food or water-bore diseases occur.
Water is safe to drink in Cyprus, as water pollution is negligible and every home has fresh running drinking-water.
Tap-water in hotels, restaurants, public premises, etc., is safe to drink