🩺 How to Get a Health Certificate

The former Sanepid Book (Książeczka Sanepidowska) is no longer an official medical document. Today, employers require an Occupational Health Certificate for Sanitary and Epidemiological Purposes (Orzeczenie do celów sanitarno-epidemiologicznych). This certificate confirms that you are medically fit to work in jobs involving contact with food, drinking water or certain groups of people. 👤 Who Needs […]
💊 Emergency Contraception in Poland

All hormonal contraceptives in Poland are prescription-only. You can obtain a prescription from a doctor or from a pharmacist for emergency contraception under the national programme. Contraceptives are available in almost every pharmacy. Average price is 80-120 PLN for 1 pill. 👩‍⚕️ How to Get a Prescription You can get a prescription by visiting: ‼️Prescriptions […]
📄 How to Get a Prescription in Poland

Most prescription medicines in Poland are issued electronically as an e-Prescription (e-Recepta). You can obtain a prescription through a public NFZ clinic or a private doctor. The prescription is then sent electronically by SMS, email or to your Internet Patient Account (IKP). 👨‍⚕️ Who Can Issue a Prescription A prescription can be issued by: 🔢 […]
🇨🇭 What is NFZ Insurance in Poland

NFZ, the National Health Fund, finances public healthcare in Poland. If you are insured in Poland, the NFZ system lets you use contracted doctors, clinics, hospitals and some dental services for free. Who can be covered What NFZ Insurance Covers What Is Not Covered These services and others are available only in private clinics Additional […]
👨🏻‍⚕️ How to See a Doctor in Poland

A doctor visit is free for the patient when it is covered by public NFZ insurance. In practice this means you must have the right to healthcare and the clinic or doctor must have an NFZ contract. (Read our article about What is NFZ Insurance) How to See a Doctor with NFZ Insurance (Free) You […]

Healthcare

The most important information about healthcare in Poland — including how to make a doctor’s appointment or call an ambulance