Visiting Researcher's Guide - EURAXESS Estonia
Visiting Researcher's Guide - EURAXESS Estonia
Visiting Researcher's Guide - EURAXESS Estonia
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6.1 Health<br />
SOCIAL SECURITY<br />
The <strong>Estonia</strong>n population is ageing fast, and population growth has been negative for the last fifteen years.<br />
Healthcare problems therefore continue to be essential. These problems are usually revealed only when a<br />
person’s health begins to deteriorate.<br />
It is worthwhile to take care of your health in advance, all the time, and <strong>Estonia</strong>ns seem to do this with<br />
pleasure. Despite their relatively high prices, gyms and pools are full of people.<br />
Spas are also popular among young and old alike: the mud baths in Haapsalu and Pärnu have been<br />
famous for centuries. Take advantage of the serene <strong>Estonia</strong>n environment. Unlike really big cities, in<br />
<strong>Estonia</strong> it is possible to get to the nearest forest in a relatively short time. There are marked paths for<br />
walkers in every corner of the country, and the hours spent on a path in a marsh or by seaside invigorate<br />
both your body and your soul.<br />
HEALTH INSURANCE<br />
The <strong>Estonia</strong>n health insurance system is based on solidarity – all insured people have the same<br />
rights. To receive health insurance from the <strong>Estonia</strong>n Health Insurance Fund (EHIF), taxes must<br />
be paid in <strong>Estonia</strong>, and an <strong>Estonia</strong>n ID number is needed. You get an ID number together with<br />
a temporary residence permit or residence permit for employment.<br />
If you are working in <strong>Estonia</strong> for a short period and do not possess a residence permit, you can<br />
receive an ID number by contacting the county government and filling in an application form.<br />
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