Holiday checklist: a few minutes' planning can help ensure you can get your prescriptions refilled while abroad

06 August 2026 by Wendy WINN (DG SANTE, European Commission)

Packing your medication is probably already on your holiday checklist. But what if you need a refill while you're away? No need to worry: A prescription issued by a doctor in one EU country can also be used in another. Before you travel, take a moment to confirm it includes all the...

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