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How are family planning appointments carried out?

Appointments at a health centre near your home are designed to support individuals or couples wishing to plan a pregnancy at an appropriate time. During these appointments, a thorough assessment of the woman/couple's health is performed. Information is provided, and contraceptive methods are offered free of charge. The appointments also address issues related to infertility, sexual counselling, and the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases. This type of appointment is free of charge.

In case of Pregnancy and Childbirth, how can I obtain medical assistance?

Maternal health appointments are available for free, providing monitoring throughout your pregnancy and preparation for childbirth. To access these services, visit the health centre. You will be referred there for regular clinical and laboratory exams and receive guidance on healthy eating and breastfeeding. It is worth noting that consultations and exams conducted within sixty days of the child's birth are also free of charge. Additionally, births and hospitalizations due to pregnancy in a National Health System hospital or maternity ward come at no cost.

What steps should I take to ensure childbirth in an SNS hospital?

If your pregnancy is monitored at a health centre, pre-delivery appointments will be arranged at the hospital or maternity ward in your local area. When you notice signs of labour, promptly reach the designated hospital or maternity ward.

What is the Pregnancy Health Bulletin?

The Pregnancy Health Bulletin, a green book crucial for monitoring pregnancy, is provided free of charge at health centres or hospital/maternity wards. This booklet records all appointments and examinations during this stage. Carrying it for any medical care is essential, especially during childbirth. For additional information, click here.

What is the Child Health Bulletin?

It is a compact, complimentary booklet offered after birth, filled with valuable information about the child's health. Accessible at the health centre, hospital, or maternity ward, it's essential to bring it along for appointments or exams. For more information, click here.

What health care is aimed at children and adolescents?

From birth until the end of adolescence, you can schedule routine appointments to monitor and promote your child's or adolescent's health and development. Youth Service Centres, specifically catering to the 12 to 21 age group, offer valuable information on nutrition, accident and disease prevention, vaccinations, sports, and sexuality. For more information, click here.