Posted by Nickengland on April 26, 2005, at 11:00:49
In reply to Re: Australian/New Zealand Psychiatry » Nickengland, posted by alexandra_k on April 26, 2005, at 0:41:08
Hi Alexandra
Thanks for all that information : )
Thats good what you say about being a student, 50 bucks doesnt sound too bad at all.
Full price prescription charges..are they expensive if I have to play full price?....I did come across some information yesterday on one your government websites (immigration.govt.nz) it mentions this which I found surprising unless its something to do with the commonwealth?? i have no idea..copy and paste time..lol ps its at the bottom it mentions about british people.
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Health and insurance
Being able to get good health care is important when you’re studying overseas. Our universities and polytechnics all have student health services. You can use these for a very reasonable fee while you’re a student.If you’re in a homestay you’ll probably be able to visit your homestay family’s doctor.
You need to have good health insurance. New Zealand has publicly funded health services like subsidised prescription medication and hospital treatment. But you are entitled to these services only if you are a British or Australian citizen.
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Sounds good to me, not sure if its the same for australia or not though.
3$ for medications that sounds great! Infact when I've been reading about New Zealand compared to England it sounds so much better than here, less crowded, cost of living is better etc..and not forgetting the weather!..
By the time i'm ready to leave, if all goes well, I should be well established on my medication so i'm hoping all i'll need is the repeat prescription, but of course the safety of having a psychiatrist is a must incase I become ill - I've never been in hospital though so at least things shouldn't get too bad : /
Thanks Alexandra that was indeed helpful, whereabouts are you from in New Zealand?
Nick
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