health

Average Turk lives 58 out of 80 years life in good health https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/average-turk-lives-58-out-of-80-years-life-in-good-health-expert-174589 Extract: The average lifespan of a Turkish citizen has risen to 80, with one living a healthy life until 58 and then struggling...

Turkish health care staff fined some $12 mln in lawsuits https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/turkish-health-care-staff-fined-some-12-mln-in-lawsuits-172459 Extract: Nearly 6,000 lawsuits have been filed against health care workers between 2012 and 2022, resulting in fines to the tune of a...

Hello everyone, Sorry for the long post but I have several questions. I don’t know much about how stuff works in Turkey, only been there a handful of times, so hoping to get some clarification from other sources. My girlfriend who lives in Turkey was recently diagnosed with uterine cancer...

Courtesy of Doc Martin © Doc Martin 2017 Disclaimer: The information here is provided as a general guide. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information is up to date and accurate, information given here from the Turkish Government, DGMM, GOC, British Consulate & other official...

Courtesy of Doc Martin © Doc Martin 2017 Disclaimer: The information here is provided as a general guide. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information is up to date and accurate, information given here from the Turkish Government, DGMM, GOC, British Consulate & other official...

Courtesy of Doc Martin © Doc Martin 2017 Disclaimer: The information here is provided as a general guide. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information is up to date and accurate, information given here from the Turkish Government, DGMM, GOC, British Consulate & other official...

Courtesy of Doc Martin © Doc Martin 2017 Disclaimer: The information here is provided as a general guide. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information is up to date and accurate, information given here from the Turkish Government, DGMM, GOC, British Consulate & other official...

Courtesy of Doc Martin © Doc Martin 2017 Disclaimer: The information here is provided as a general guide. Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information is up to date and accurate, information given here from the Turkish Government, DGMM, GOC, British Consulate & other official...

I know this has been dealt with before, but as things are changing with Covid-19 etc I would appreciate some advice for private health insurance for a 12 or 24 months residence permit. Is there a company in Turkey that will give unlimited cover to expats even for people with pre- existing...

I'm sure this question has been asked and answered before but things change rapidly in Turkey so I ask it again and w'd be grateful for any guidance. We are in our 60s and recently bought a place in Fethiye. Only time w'd prove whether this was a good or horrible decision. So far, so good(ish)...

Is there a health food shop in or around Fethiye? Google just throws back shops that say they sell healthy food. Chemists seem to sell a small range of tablets or drinks, but a bit hit and miss, with generally small stock/choice. I can buy on-line, but I would like to browse. In particular, I...

Hi im pretty sure that i have developed a kidney infection. The left side of my lower back is very sore and makes it hard to breathe and move around. Ive had one about 30 years ago. We are in a Turkish area on holiday and ive no idea where the doctors are. The infections are usually treated...

Just a quicky- Is Private health insurance available in Turkey for over 65s Cheers

Hi All , Not sure if I am in the right forum but I am planning my move for later this year and basically I was diagnosed with cancer in 2013 but quick op chemo and rads problem solved, I know somewhere along the line I'll have to declare this but to me its not a Pre-existing condition, Anyone...

Hi can anybody advise me the best health insurance for my wife and I, we are both 65yrs plus so SGK is out, companies and costs please? TIA

Hi, Please can anyone tell me how much is health insurance for a couple ,as my wife and I are thinking of moving to kusadasi in the next year or so,appreciate any help, thank you so much.

Coming out to Turkey for at least 3 months maybe more i've been looking at health insurance and will trying to get residency visa as married to a Turk.For this trip thinking about backpacker as it seems more flexible in length and extending but how do you all get by any tips or companies other...

Hürriyet reporter Aziz Özen, who was following Erdoğan, said he saw the president collapse at 6 a.m. before the start of the prayers. “Bodyguards quickly ran to the scene, and then the doctors came,” said Özen. Erdoğan says he is well after suffering health problem during Eid prayers...

I am hoping to move over permanently in the next 12 months and wanted some advice on health insurance. I understand that I can't apply for SGK until I have been resident for at least a year so will need private insurance for at least the first year. Any recommendations on cost companies etc.Also...

Can anyone advise me as to whether it is possible for a UK resident on holiday over in Turkey to get short term health insurance from a Turkish company whilst in Turkey. Due to an absolute screw up , I have found out today that my Nationwide Flexplus Travel Insurance only covers me for 31 days...