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SymptomsSudden Fever — What to DoSteps to take when you have a high fever in Japan.
chevron_rightHospitalsFinding an English-Speaking DoctorFree phone lines, interpreters, and apps for getting medical help in English.
chevron_rightInsuranceHealth Insurance for Foreigners (NHI)National Health Insurance costs, co-pay, and eligibility.
chevron_rightHospitalsNight & Holiday ClinicsHow to find after-hours medical care near you.
chevron_rightMedicineFilling Prescriptions in JapanHow the prescription and pharmacy system works.
chevron_rightEmergencyAmbulance — When to Call 119Guidelines for using emergency services in Japan.
chevron_rightHospitalsPreparation Checklist for Hospital VisitsDocuments and items to bring to your appointment.
chevron_rightHospitalsWhere to Go First — Clinics vs HospitalsClinic, hospital, or university hospital — how to choose.
chevron_rightHospitalsReferral Letters (紹介状)When you need a referral and how to get one.
chevron_rightMedicinePrescription Rules & Validity4-day expiry, generic drugs, and the お薬手帳.
chevron_rightHospitalsMedical Japanese PhrasesKey phrases for reception, symptoms, appointments, and pharmacy.
chevron_rightHospitalsVisit Flow GuideStep-by-step flowchart for emergency and routine visits.
chevron_rightSymptomsCheck My Health StatusAnswer a few questions to find out whether to call 119, #7119, or visit a clinic.
chevron_rightEmergency#7119 Medical Consultation HotlineFree nurse/doctor consultation before going to ER.
chevron_rightEmergency#8000 Pediatric Advice HotlinePediatric nurse advice for children's symptoms at night.
chevron_rightHospitalsSurprises in Japanese HospitalsWhat to expect that differs from your home country.
chevron_rightHospitalsWhy Wait Times Are LongThe reasons behind Japan's long outpatient wait times.
chevron_rightHospitalsMedical Culture DifferencesDoctor-led decisions, antibiotics, pain management, and more.
chevron_rightMedicineGetting Medicine at NightConvenience stores, 24h pharmacies, and hospital dispensaries.
chevron_rightHospitalsEnglish & Multilingual SupportFree phone hotlines, interpreter services, and multilingual apps for medical help in Japan.
chevron_rightHospitalsIf You Are Hospitalized in JapanWhat to bring, ward rules, visiting hours, and clinical differences during a Japanese hospital stay.
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