Ideally, we shouldn’t get sick in a foreign land by properly taking care of ourselves. But should you get ill in Sweden, worry not, for their hotlines are very much available 24 hours in a day. The following are the numbers you may want to take note of:

The healthcare system in Sweden is financed mainly through taxes from county councils and municipalities, there are actually around 21 of them. Privately seeking medical care is rare in Sweden and even medical institutions that may be considered private are being governed by city councils. That is why even medical insurance should be directed from the Swedish Social Insurance Agency.

If you are visiting and staying for more or less a year, it is advisable that you secure insurance to prepare you for any health emergencies during your stay. You may also check with your insurance agent back in your country if your coverage is able to extend in Sweden. For visitors coming from EU or EEA countries, your social insurance in Sweden may be received at the same terms as the Swedes. You may also reach the Swedish Social Insurance Agency at 0771-524524, to get information on what coverage applies to your country. You may also mail them and check out other services they offer via their website at https://www.forsakringskassan.se/.

Should you be an expat in Sweden, you may want to secure your medical plans in advance by contacting Global Health Foyer Group for their health policies specialized for expats. You may reach them at +352 437 43 4256 or drop them an email on their website at https://www.foyerglobalhealth.com/. You may also check on other local insurance providers in your home country if they are able to provide coverage for Sweden trips.

Also, it's generally a good advice and often a much cheaper option to check what insurance packages are available in your own country and what coverage they offer in Sweden.