THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM in ENGLAND
One of the main issues when living in Britain is healthcare. The system itself is not too different from the Ukrainian one, which started working after the medical reform. Namely, the fact that everything happens through a visit to a family doctor (GP). Ukrainians who have already lived here for a certain period of time have adapted a little. But those who have just arrived need information.Currently, we can recommend a lot of useful information on
https://ua.opora.uk/life-in-the-uk-guides-ua/medicine-in-uk-ua
At this link you can get information on:
-what the NHS is and how it works;
- who are GPs and how to make an appointment;
- how to get a prescription for medicines and how much it costs;
- where to find a dentist;
- whether you can get your eyesight checked for free;
- where to go in case of emergency