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  Euromut closed on May 17 and 18 - 2/05/12

  On Thursday May 17 and on Friday May 18, our agencies and head office will be closed.

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  Compound name prescription: change of practice at pharmacies - 10/04/12

  As of 1 April 2012, pharmacies are obliged to provide the patient with the cheapest form of medication for a “compound name prescription”. For antibiotics and antifungal medication, every prescription is to be considered a “compound name prescription”.

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  83% of physicians ‘committed’ in 2012 - 12/03/12

  This year, 83% of physicians have accepted the agreement between physicians and the health insurance organisations. In other words, they must apply the tariffs stated in the agreement. Our tool helps you find out whether your general practitioner or specialist doctor is committed or not.

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  Safe in the… winter sun! - 28/02/12

  Sun cream might not be the first item on your list when you prepare your skiing holidays. But the sun is not as harmless as many believe during winter sports vacations. Here are a few recommendations ...

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  Stricter regulations for caffeine in energy and soft drinks? - 28/02/12

  Do you enjoy caffeine? There’s nothing wrong with that. But, as is the case with so many things, it is best enjoyed in moderation. This is why the Hoge Gezondheidsraad (HGR - Superior Health Council) is pleading for stricter regulations!

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  2012: European Year of Active Ageing - 23/02/12

  The ageing of the population in Europe cannot be avoided. Hence the European Union has proclaimed 2012 as the European year of active ageing and solidarity between generations.

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  Student@Work: the site for working students - 23/02/12

  The regulations on student jobs changed substantially on 1 January 2012. That is why the Department of Social Security has launched Student@Work, a site with all the up-to-date info for working students!

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  Submit your medical attestations in time - 30/08/11

  A lot of Euromut members wait until they have a certain number of medical attestations before submitting them to Euromut for reimbursement. This is perfectly fine, but a consequence may be that certain attestations have expired when Euromut receives them.

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  Your advantage card: numerous reductions! - 25/08/11

  Wellness arrangements, sports articles, baby-related necessities, … discover our partners and both the permanent reductions and temporary promotions they offer exclusively to Euromut members.

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  Your vaccines reimbursed - 25/08/11

  Euromut reimburses your vaccines, including those for trips abroad, for up to € 25/year (up to€ 75/year for your children younger than 4).

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  Child care for ill children at home - 25/08/11

  Your child is ill and nobody can stay at home to look after him or her? Call 02-44 44 666 and we will arrange child care for you!

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  Proper use of antibiotics: how and why? - 15/06/11

  Antibiotics are of no use against colds and flu. Yet many people turn to them for a cure in these cases. This is not without risk, for the number of antibiotic-resistant bacteria is rising noticeably.

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  Free iPad app for assisted speech - 15/06/11

  A free iPad application helps people who, for medical reasons, are finding it difficult to communicate normally. The app translates tablet text to sound in order to make interaction possible again.

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  MEDIPHONE ASSIST: Euromut’s service for emergency medical care abroad (24/7) - 15/06/11

  Need emergency medical care abroad? Euromut's MEDIPHONE ASSIST service is there to help. Through the complementary insurance offered by Euromut, you can rely on assistance if you need urgent medical care abroad, available 24/7. What’s new in 2011?

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  Combating hypertension - 9/03/11

  Hypertension is a serious condition. Vital organs like your brain, heart, kidneys and eyes can become irreversibly damaged. Luckily, preventative steps can be taken.

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  Need an English-speaking doctor in Belgium? - 4/02/11

  The Belgian health system is famous in the world as a center of excellence for health care. This has resulted in exceptionally high standards throughout Belgium. But where can you find an English-speaking doctor? A few pointers from Euromut ...

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  Useful numbers - 29/11/10

  Whether you are confronted with a sudden health problem, a theft or another emergency, it is always handy to have the emergency contact numbers close at hand.

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  Euromut information session for future parents - 10/08/10

  You're expecting a baby? Congratulations! You probably still have a lot to prepare … also with regards to your health insurance. Think about maternity leave, paternity leave, hospitalisation insurance, ...

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  Movement – it’s good for many reasons - 6/04/10

  By now, everyone is aware that regular movement is very good for health. Movement not only offers advantages in the short term, it also helps to prevent or control disorders in the longer term.

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  How to prevent burns with children? - 6/04/10

  More than 300 children with serious burns are annually admitted to 6 Belgian centres specialised in the treatment of burns. Here are some preventive measures you can take …

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