
Catherine Gaa

Pharmacies are ubiquitous in Spain – much like a CVS or Boots – and provide a number of services to customers. The most obvious? Pharmacies are the place to fill a prescription! Wondering how to get a prescription in Spain? This article will take

March 18, 2025
Medical insurance is a huge factor for most expats when they’re planning for and making their move abroad happen. Whether it be routine checkups, options for dental or family members or even coverage for pre- and post-natal care, doing your research

February 25, 2025
When moving to another country, there are dozens of considerations, from visas to housing to choosing the right place to settle. But no matter what your circumstances, healthcare affects everyone. As a non-citizen, you will be asked to provide proof

February 24, 2025
From daily pills to surgical options, family planning and contraception in Spain have been revolutionized over the last two generations. It’s now affordable to choose the contraception method that best works for a couple, thanks to legislation and

February 19, 2025
It was the perfect plan: a weekend driving through the vineyard-striped wine country at the tail-end of the vendimia with some friends. The four of us met in Madrid’s Puerta de Atocha train station, stocked up on coffee and donuts, and went about

February 18, 2025
You’ve finally booked the trip of a lifetime. Be it a luxury cruise, adventure travel or some far-flung, off-the-map destination, even the best laid plans sometimes unravel. While it’s important to be prepared and be flexible, the unexpected can

December 12, 2024
So, you’re pregnant – congrats! This transformative time encompasses so many feelings in a short time: joy, anticipation and, to a certain extent, stress. Many women face unknown physical and emotional demands during the nine months of pregnancy and

November 13, 2024
Pets are more than just four-legged friends: they become part of our family and treasured companions, and it’s important to look out for their health and well-being, too. Spain has taken that one step further by passing new legislation for domestic

October 25, 2024
Are vaccines mandatory in Spain? According to the law, vaccination in Spain is optional, though not being vaccinated may lead to restrictions on activities, such as schooling or specific jobs. What’s more, there is space in the law for the

September 19, 2024
One of those factors that you may not think to consider when researching and contracting a plan is the age limit for health insurance coverage – both the minimum and maximum age. In the U.S., for example, Medicare is primarily available to