What is the EU Cross Border Directive? Introduced in 2014, the EU Cross Border Directive (EUCBD) was designed to give patients across Europe more control over their healthcare. Under this HSE-supported scheme, Irish patients can access any treatment available in Ireland’s public system in another EU country and receive full reimbursement. A Growing Trend in…

Why Physiotherapy After Surgery is Essential for Recovery The Key to a Successful Recovery Physiotherapy is one of the most important steps in ensuring a successful recovery after hip or knee surgery. While surgery itself is a major milestone, what happens afterward determines how well and how quickly you regain strength, mobility, and confidence in…

No More Taxi Worries When Traveling for Surgery Navigating Transport in a Foreign Country Can Be Stressful Traveling abroad for surgery can be nerve-wracking, especially when it comes to getting around. Imagine arriving in a new country, exhausted from your flight, only to worry about finding a taxi, negotiating a fair price, or struggling with…

🌍 Tired of long waiting lists in Ireland? With Healthcare Abroad, you can access the care you deserve in as little as 20 days. No more waiting around—we’re with you every step of the way. 🚑 6 Simple Steps to Get Treatment Abroad 1️⃣ Identify Treatment Needed: Your GP confirms your need for surgery. 2️⃣…

When it comes to accessing healthcare abroad, many Irish residents are familiar with the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) but might not fully understand the EU Cross Border Directive (EUCBD). While both offer access to healthcare in the EU, they serve very different purposes. At Healthcare Abroad, we operate under the EU Cross Border Directive…

The new year is the perfect time to set goals for a healthier, happier you. But sticking to New Year’s resolutions can feel overwhelming. This year, why not try the Tiny Habits method? Developed by Dr. BJ Fogg, this simple approach helps you build small, achievable habits that grow into lasting changes. What is the…

HCB Hospitals has reinforced the Gynecology service in its hospital center in Dénia with the incorporation of Dr. Jorge Muñoz Cabrera. Degree in Medicine from the National University of Rosario, specialized in Tocogynecology from the National University of Cuyo, Mendoza and in Breast Diseases in Mendoza. Dr. Jorge Muñoz developed academic, teaching and professional work…

Shining a Light on Endometriosis: Why March Matters in Ireland As March arrives, the focus shifts towards raising awareness about endometriosis. This condition, affecting roughly 1 in 10 women and those assigned female at birth in Ireland, can be debilitating yet remains widely misunderstood. Endometriosis Awareness Month is a crucial opportunity to shed light on…

Overall, Switzerland is regarded as one of the most advanced countries for medicine. It has two major research centres at the University of Bern and the University of Zurich. The best hospital in the world is regarded as Charité in Berlin, Germany, according to a major study by Newsweek last year. But it’s not all…

War can have severe health effects, both direct and indirect. Direct effects include injuries, trauma, and deaths caused by violence. Indirect effects involve displacement, disrupted access to healthcare, spread of diseases in crowded conditions, and psychological impacts such as post-traumatic stress disorder. Also wars often lead to the destruction of infrastructure, hindering the delivery of…