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If you are looking for a doctor, psychologist or other medical care, you will find information on this page about how the Dutch healthcare system works. You will also find information about health insurance.

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This is how the Dutch healthcare system works

If you need healthcare, in the Netherlands you always go to the GP first. The GP can refer you to other healthcare. Only in case of acute care can you immediately call the emergency number or go to the GP office. Read more about how healthcare works in the Netherlands.

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This is what healthcare costs in the Netherlands

If you need medical care and are wondering how much it costs, in the Netherlands, you always have insurance that pays for basic care. For you, this insurance is called the Medical Care Regulation for Asylum Seekers (RMA). Healthcare you need immediately or within a few hours is free.

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Sexual health information and care

If you are looking for care and information about sexuality, e.g. about safe sex, an unwanted pregnancy or about STIs. Read here about care and information around sexuality in the Netherlands.

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Here is what you can do if you are not feeling well mentally and have sought asylum

If you have fled, you may feel stress, sleep poorly or have poor concentration. These characteristics are part of your mental health. This form of health is about how you feel. Read here about mental health and what you can do to feel better.

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