Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Gambia?
When we asked expats in Gambia if healthcare and health insurance are expensive in Gambia, they wrote...
"Healthcare and health insurance in Gambia can be expensive for some people. The cost of healthcare services and health insurance can vary depending on the type of care needed and the provider. Generally, healthcare services are more expensive in urban areas than in rural areas. Health insurance is not widely available in Gambia, and those who do have it often pay high premiums. Additionally, many people in Gambia are unable to afford health insurance, leaving them without access to quality healthcare," explained one expat living in Gambia.

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Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Gambia?
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