While almost all medical professionals in Malta speak fluent English, and English is an official language used in healthcare settings, knowing the local Maltese terms can sometimes be helpful.
| English | Maltese |
|---|---|
| Health Centre | Ċentru tas-Saħħa |
| Hospital | Sptar |
| Emergency | Emerġenza |
| Pharmacy | Spiżerija |
| Doctor | Tabib (m) / Tabiba (f) |
| Nurse | Infermier (m) / Infermiera (f) |
| Appointment | Appuntament |
| Blood test | Test tad-demm |
| Urine sample | Kampjun tal-awrina |
| Syringe / Needle | Siringa / Labra |
| Condom | Kondom |
| Prescription | Riċetta tat-tabib |
| Treatment | Kura / Trattament |
| Positive | Pożittiv |
| Negative | Negattiv |
| Pain | Uġigħ |
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