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All knowledge points: The General Practitioner as First Point of Contact · Medicines and the Pharmacy · Finding a Dentist · Care during pregnancy and for young children
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The General Practitioner as First Point of Contact
For both physical and mental health concerns, the general practitioner (GP), or huisarts, is usually your first point of contact. Find a GP practice near you and ask if they are accepting new patients. Sometimes a practice is full, or may…
Read this knowledge pointMedicines and the Pharmacy
A doctor can give a prescription for a medicine. With this, you collect the medicine at a pharmacy. The pharmacist checks whether the medicine is suitable with other products you use. For this reason, always mention any medicines you have…
Read this knowledge pointFinding a Dentist
You can look for a dental practice yourself that is accepting new patients. A dentist checks your teeth and treats problems. A dental hygienist helps with care for your mouth and gums and can, for example, remove tartar. When you register,…
Read this knowledge pointCare during pregnancy and for young children
During pregnancy, you are usually supported by a midwife (verloskundige) or other healthcare professionals. They monitor how you and the baby are doing, and discuss any questions about the birth. Sometimes, care in hospital is necessary.…
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