Health & Well-being
At Palacký University, we prioritize the well-being of our students, recognizing that a healthy mind and body are essential for academic success. Here you can find and access everything related to health, from insurance and medical care to spiritual support to cyber security and other related topics.
Insurance
The majority of international students entering the Czech Republic are required to obtain insurance to cover their stay. While certain European nations may be exempt from this requirement, it is strongly advised that they secure insurance nonetheless.
Medical care
Palacký University provides a diverse range of medical services that cater to various healthcare needs. These services are linked through contracts with the university to simplify and enhance healthcare accessibility for students.
Your health insurance covers all the medical expenses. Two situations can occur:
- The doctor/practitioner/nurse will ask for your insurance card and communicate the payment with the insurance company themselves.
- You will have to pay for the medical procedure. If this happens, you will have to communicate with the insurance company yourself. In case you need an assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.
Psychological Counselling
Studying abroad is often described as an unforgettable and positive experience. However, it is also a time of major changes and a lot of stress. At some point of your stay, you may feel down, lonely, anxious, homesick, lost in your new environment, etc. If callsing to your family back home or hanging out with your friends does not help and you have been feeling out of place for a longer period of time, do not be afraid to ask for professional help.
Spiritual help
At the pinnacle of our emotional, mental, and physical well-being lies spiritual help, which involves seeking guidance, support, and assistance from a higher power, deity, or spiritual leader. It encompasses connecting with a sense of purpose and meaning that transcends material possessions and mundane concerns. Individuals seek spiritual help to achieve inner peace, relieve stress and anxiety, and cope with life's hardships.
The importance of spiritual help varies from person to person, depending on their beliefs and values. Spirituality can be a fundamental aspect of one's identity and worldview, while others turn to it for solace and inspiration during challenging times. Spiritual practices, such as prayer, meditation, and mindfulness, enable individuals to cultivate resilience, compassion, and a sense of connection to something greater than themselves.
More information about the Church and religious facilities on Olomouc can be found in the section Religion.
Students with special needs
The Support Center for Students with Special Needs, located at Palacký University Olomouc, is a university department dedicated to providing comprehensive support and services to students with disabilities and special needs. The center strives to ensure equal access to education and cultivate an inclusive academic environment that fosters the success of all students.
E-bezpečí (Cyber safety)
An E-bezpečí Project aims on a resonating theme, the internet and its safe orientation by its users. The project focuses on the prevention, education, research and intervention in the activities regarding the hazardous communication phenomena on the internet.
Key topics of the project are: cyberbullying, cybergrooming, cyberstalking and stalking, spam and hoax, sexting, personal data protection on the internet, and hazards of social networks.
Are you dealing with difficult life situations on the internet, and you feel unsafe? Is someone threatening, blackmailing, or intimidating you using the internet or mobile phone? You can ask for a helping hand in an online consulting room or write an e-mail to info@e-bezpeci.cz.
To find out more about the project, you can see the E-bezpečí website with its valuable documents in English as well as in Czech.
Medical Certificate of Health for Studying and Working
Please be aware that to get a ‘‘Medical Certificate of Health for Studying and Working,’’ it is obligatory for people of interest to enclose their health report from their personal doctor. The requirement for health report (medical history summary and vaccination history summary) listed by the personal doctor (usually provided in the country of student´s/educator´s origin) is often requested by the Faculty of Health Science and Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry. People of interest must set a meeting with their local doctor to get their documents before arrival to the Czech Republic. Otherwise, there is a possibility that the certificate will not be provided.