Ireland
What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
When we asked expats and global nomads in Ireland about their experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system, they replied...
"The pandemic has had a significant impact on the Irish healthcare system. The healthcare system has had to adapt to the changing needs of the population, with a focus on providing care for those with Covid-19. The government has implemented a range of measures to ensure that the healthcare system is able to cope with the increased demand, including the introduction of telemedicine services and the expansion of hospital capacity. In addition, the government has provided additional funding to support the healthcare system, including the provision of additional personal protective equipment for healthcare workers. Despite these measures, the healthcare system has been under considerable strain, with long waiting times for appointments and delays in the delivery of care," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Ireland.
"I suffered a back injury and was bedridden for a week. My doctor made a house visit to evaluate me and prescribe treatment. Submitting claim to our Irish insurance company was simple and easy and the cost for the Doctor visit extremely low," commented one expat who made the move to Ballyconnell, Ireland.
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What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
