Globalsurance Insurance Industry Round-Up: June 2011
June was a busy month in the international insurance industry, with plenty of movement and activity occurring around the world. Mergers & acquisitions are at an all time high, various… Read more »
Author Archives: Bill Cariker
Aetna cuts costs with paperless contracting
Aetna was recognized among the InfoWorld Green 15 for eliminating paper from the contracting process for healthcare professionals. It is the first health insurer to use EchoSign e-signature technology to… Read more »
USA and Australia show highest rates of medical error
Patients who received poorly coordinated medical care or were unable to afford basic medical costs were much more likely to report errors in their medication or treatment, according to a… Read more »
Estonian expat dies of “broken heart”
An Estonian expat living in Phuket, Thailand was found dead over the weekend. Phuket News noted that even though 44-year old Artur Mansurov is believed to have died of health… Read more »
Screening for sleep apnea could save companies millions
Large companies could save a serious chunk of change by screening employees for obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA, suggested a recent study by American doctors Clelia Lima and Elizabeth M…. Read more »
Morgan Price launches new insurance plan to keep clients
Morgan Price International Healthcare has launched a new expat health insurance product called EssentialCare. It is available in 3 Levels: Level 1 is an annually underwritten product without automatic renewal… Read more »
Reported measle cases on the rise in Europe
Recently several European countries have seen an increase in reported measle cases. Expats in these countries should check that their vaccinations are up to date. France has reported nearly 1,000… Read more »
7 tips to stay healthy on long flights
Expatriates tend to take many more flights than the average population. However, the regular long-term airtrips take a toll on your health, especially if you fly overseas. If you frequently… Read more »
Growing interest in Mediterranean property
A growing number of British investors are looking at buying property in Southern Europe, new research has suggested. According to the most recent Rightmove International report, overall overseas property searches have increased… Read more »
How safe is your food abroad?
Finding safe ingredients is a major concern of many expatriates, especially in developing countries. In many previously ‘difficult’ destinations, the rise of organic food is making it easier for expats… Read more »