NHS cuts free care for expats who retire early
The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) has caused a stir this week by banning Brits who retire early in the EU from accessing its free health care. This move will… Read more »
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World Cancer Day: Disproving cancer myths
World Cancer Day, observed on February 4th, promotes ways to ease the global burden of cancer. This year’s theme was ‘Debunk the Myths’, aiming to dispel damaging myths and misconceptions… Read more »
Weekly health news roundup: 10 February 2014
International health news Measles deaths down 78% worldwide – Immunisation programmes are to thank for a 78% global decrease in measles deaths, says WHO. Cancer cells sensitive to vitamin C – Research… Read more »
Retirement havens with the best health care
International Living has released its Annual Global Retirement Index 2014 revealing which countries offer the best standards of living for expat retirees. Taking into account factors such as healthcare, ease… Read more »
Aetna alliance creates high-end cover for Mexicans
Aetna and Grupo Nacional Provincial (GNP), Mexico’s largest health insurance company, have formed a partnership to combine Aetna’s insurance coverage with GNP’s two new high-end plans for residents of Mexico…. Read more »
‘Tidal wave’ of cancer expected as cases rise by 70%
The number of cancer cases worldwide is predicted to rise by 70 percent over the next 20 years, from 14 million in 2012, to 25 million new cases by 2035…. Read more »
Weekly health news update: 3 February 2014
International health news Pesticide linked to Alzheimer’s – The once-common pesticide DDT has been found in higher levels in Alzheimer’s patients than healthy people. Lower risk of birth deformities in older mothers – Mothers… Read more »
NowCompare, the world’s top comparison site?
For those moving abroad, the huge array of health insurance options can be very daunting, which explains the popularity of online comparison sites which do the leg-work for you. And… Read more »
Weekly health news update: 27 January 2014
International health news Nutrition labels updated – The FDA is recommending changes to food labels, which have essentially stayed the same for decades. Greater experience causes older brains to slow – Scientists believe… Read more »
Cigna’s individual plans go multilingual
Cigna is cementing its hold on global markets with the launch of its local language sales and support system for individual expatriate plans. The new language options are particularly designed… Read more »