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April 9, 2020Catalonia
April 9, 2020Healthcare System
- Healthcare in Austria is universal for residents of Austria as well as those from other EU countries. Students from an EU/EEA country or Switzerland with national health insurance in their home country can use the European Health Insurance Card. Self-insured students have to pay an insurance fee of EUR 52.68 per month.
- All insured persons are issued an e-Card, which must be presented when visiting a doctor (however some doctors only treat privately insured patients). The e-Card allows for the digitization of health claims and replaces the earlier health insurance voucher. Additionally the e-Card can be used for electronic signatures. E-Cards issued after October 2019 will also contain a photo of the card owner to prevent fraud.
Currency
- The currency used in Austria is Euro.
- 1 Euro = IDR 17,881 (can change)
Food
- Wiener Schnitzel
Made from a thin cutlet of veal that’s breaded and then pan-fried in butter or oil, schnitzel is cheerfully served in restaurants and eateries around the capital. Typically garnished with lemon and fresh parsley, it’s often served with a simple salad with vinaigrette, Austrian potato salad (see more below), and steamed potatoes or French fries.
- Tafelspitz
Is a quintessentially Austrian dish made with tender filet of beef or veal gently boiled in broth. Typically served with seasonal vegetables or with applesauce and horseradish, this dish is enjoyed all across the country, especially in fall and winter.
- Powidltascherl
The delicate pastries, made with a distinctive potato dough, are filled with a combination of plum jam, rum or plum schnapps, then topped with a mixture of breadcrumbs, butter, and walnuts. A bit of cinnamon and vanilla add aroma and a hint of spice. Some restaurants serve them with chocolate sauce or sugar.
Transportation
- Buses
- Trams
- Metro
- Taxis
Exchange Conditions
Research Exchange: https://exchange.ifmsa.org/exchange/score/explore/conditions/view/31
Professional Exchange: https://exchange.ifmsa.org/exchange/scope/explore/conditions/view/
