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A number of cases of Swine Flu (the H1N1 virus) have been confirmed in the UK and in Cyprus. Health authorities continue to advise good hygiene practices and sensible precautions. Further information is available on The Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s swine flu web page and from the World Health Organisation.

The British High Commission in Nicosia is monitoring the local situation closely and is sending updates to all those who are registered with us through the LOCATE system. All British nationals resident or on holiday in Cyprus are urged to register with us as soon as possible to enable us to e-mail you directly when updates become available.

If you have not yet registered with us, read backdated emails sent via LOCATE under ‘Related documents’ on the right column of this webpage.

To date, a number of British Nationals in Cyprus have been diagnosed with the H1N1 virus. So far all individuals diagnosed on the island have made a full recovery.  The Ministry of Health advises anyone who develops flu-like symptoms to contact their nearest hospital or doctor and describe their symptoms. They have published an Influenza Help Line for additional information: +357 227 84848.  On 11/08/09 Local papers reported that the pandemic influenza A (H1N1) vaccines are expected to be available in September.  Priority will be given to pregnant women, parents and those taking care of small children.

The British High Commission does not maintain a list of English speaking doctors but contact details for private medical practitioners can be found on the AngloInfo website or in local telephone directories. English is very widely spoken in Cyprus. Although we are unable to recommend any of these practitioners or take responsibility for the content of the AngloInfo website we strongly suggest that you ensure that you understand any costs associated with consultations or treatment in advance.

A list of hospitals, all of which have Accident and Emergency departments, can be found below. In an emergency, call 112 to request an ambulance.

*Nicosia + 357 22 603 000                         **Larnaca + 357 24 800 500

**Limassol + 357 25 801 100                      **Paphos + 357 26 803 100

**Famagusta + 357 23 200 000                 

Famagusta (north) + 90 392 364 8986

Kyrenia  + 90 392 815  2254/1266/2266/5316 

Pendayia + 90 392 723 6351/6329/6260

Nicosia   + 90 392 228 5441/***223 2441

* Denotes that the hospital has a dedicated Swine Flu Clinic open 07:30 – 23:00.  If closed please visit the Accident and Emergency department.

** Denotes that the hospital has a dedicated Swine Flu Clinic open 07:30 – 21:30. If closed please visit the Accident and Emergency department.

*** Denotes that the number is also a help-line

PLEASE NOTE: The Republic of Cyprus does not operate an NHS style health system. It is therefore essential that you ensure that you have adequate travel insurance in place before you travel in case you require assistance overseas. Tourists should also obtain an EHIC card, prior to travel within the EU. An EHIC card will enable non-residents to receive emergency medical treatment in a state hospital within the Republic of Cyprus. Further information on how medical treatment is funded in Cyprus can be found HERE. Please be aware that the EHIC card is not valid in northern Cyprus.

If you are planning on travelling to Cyprus please read our travel advice.