Prague in Depth: Health - Healthcare for Children

Get to know the Czech health system

When choosing a pediatrician you may want to look locally first.

Check for doctors in your neighborhood and try them out.

If you don't speak Czech, you might want to have a Czech friend call the office and ask if the doctor speaks English -- you'll be surprised at how many of them do.

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Employers must provide water during heat waves by Raymond Johnston - Prague.TV (Foto: fotolia)
Large fines can apply to workers who ignore the Labor Code's recommendations
Young blood donors needed by Raymond Johnston - Prague.TV (Foto: fotolia)
The number of blood donors in the Czech Republic is falling
Fish pedicure may be dangerous by Raymond Johnston - Prague.TV
Prague health officials warn against the touristy procedure
City seeks to address excess cigarette butts by Raymond Johnston - Prague.TV
The new anti-smoking law has led to more litter on the streets
“Turn Back the Clock” at Altos Clinic by Emily Prucha - Prague.TV
Laser Dermatology, Aesthetic Medicine & Plastic Surgery
Anti-smoking law starts May 31 by Raymond Johnston - Prague.TV (Foto: fotolia)
Smokers will have to comply right away but pubs have 90 days to put up signs
State drug institute seeks cannabis supplier by Raymond Johnston - Prague.TV (Foto: fotolia)
The Czech Republic can't find a domestic source for medical marijuana
Prague 1 to use patrols when smoking ban starts by Raymond Johnston - Prague.TV (Foto: fotolia)
Noise, cigarette butts and concentrated smoke are expected to be issues
May 10 is the Czech Day Against Cancer by Raymond Johnston - Prague.TV
Yellow flowers this year are to help prevent cancer in the head and neck
Prague wants more ambulances by Raymond Johnston - Prague.TV (Foto: fotolia)
The city hopes to upgrade the fleet as part of its development strategy