As a foreigner living in Peniche, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
We asked expats in Peniche if they have access to public healthcare in Peniche. And, if they do have access, what is it like. They wrote...
"Yes, as a foreigner living in Peniche, you will have access to public healthcare. The public healthcare system in Portugal is generally considered to be of a high quality, with a wide range of services available. The Portuguese healthcare system is based on a national health service, which is funded by the government and provides free healthcare to all citizens and legal residents. The public healthcare system in Portugal is comprehensive and includes primary care, specialist care, hospital care, and preventive care. The public healthcare system also provides access to a range of medications and treatments, including those for chronic conditions," explained one expat living in Peniche, Portugal.
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As a foreigner living in Peniche, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
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