“Papa” don’t preach… I’m in trouble (deep)
In spite of Church opposition, an abortion reform bill has passed in Chile Until 21st August 2017, Chile had one of the world’s strictest policies on abortion. Michelle Bachelet’s Socialist… Read more »
Self esteem, health and comprehensive sex education
The content of sex education in schools and communities varies hugely – not only worldwide or by country, but also between states and counties. The prevalence of Abstinence Only Until… Read more »
Medical tourism plan in Dubai
Dubai’s medical tourism plan was approved in April 2014 by Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown prince of Dubai. Now, the new changes and strategies are being… Read more »
The Dubai stone
Diabetes is a ‘growing’ problem for expats in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). As expats’ weight increases, so does their risk of type 2 diabetes. The number of expats… Read more »
Cholera outbreak in Yemen
Yemen finds itself in the midst of the worst cholera outbreak in the world. Since it was declared on April 27th this year, over 430,000 citizens have been diagnosed and… Read more »
The fight for the right to choose flat shoes
Dress codes are jeopardising women’s health, safety and comfort in the workplace.The encumbrance of impractical footwear at work remains overlooked by legislators and company directors, with many companies continuing to… Read more »
More expats are facing mental health problems
More and more people move abroad to live, work or retire. According to a survey carried out by insurer Aetna, there has been an increase in mental health issues. Mental… Read more »
Do you get bored waiting at airports? It’s time to go to the gym!
Airport layovers can be extremely boring and annoying. Sometimes they’re just for a short stop but they can also be unexpectedly long. What would be better than going to the… Read more »
Madrid hosts World Pride 2017
World Pride is in full swing in Spain’s capital, with celebrations attracting crowds of an estimated three million people. Rainbow flags hang from balconies and shop windows, stores are filled… Read more »
Increase productivity by placing a water cooler in the office
Employees working in an office usually sit behind their desks all day, doing their work on a computer and without having to put in any physical effort. It’s important for… Read more »