Information on how to proceed if you need to report the death of a family member in Portugal. Also information on the process involved in arranging a burial, cremation or the repatriation of remains outside Portugal.

Information on the E112 form for EU residents seeking medical treatment in another EU country. Where to obtain the form, when it's required, how it's different from a European Health Insurance Card and what kind of care is covered.

Emergency services: the numbers to call for Fire, Police and Ambulance in the Algarve region. Also drug help, poisons and emergency doctors and hospitals.

The administrative details you need to know if you are giving birth in Portugal. Who to contact and what to expect from the Portuguese system: maternity leave, midwives, vaccinations and registering the birth.

Needing a doctor? Got an ache? Here is a comprehensive list of English medical terms and descriptions, and the Portuguese translation for everything from parts of the body to common sicknesses, aches and ailments to help you communicate a medical problem

Overview of where to go and what to do if you are mobility, sight or hearing impaired - a wheelchair or cane user - and living in or visiting Portugal. Information on the Portuguese organisations and facilities.

Information on the Portuguese anti-smoking law of January 2008 concerning smoking in public places: who it affects and what the penalties are for business or individuals who don't adhere to the rules. With links information on tobacco bans elsewhere.

Information on the Portuguese national health care system, with details on who benefits and where and how to register with the authorities and what contributions and benefits to expect.

English-speaking support groups and meetings for AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) following the 12 Steps programme, drug aid, cancer support meetings, AIDS and more. See this page for contact information.

Information on who to contact and how to proceed in the event of an unwanted pregnancy. Also information on family planning clinics.