Being by the coast is good for your health
Exercise in the great outdoors is good for you, but exercising on the coast is even better according to a new study. The study, from the European Centre for Environment… Read more »
Category: Healthcare
Happy people have lower risk of heart disease
Scientists in the US have concluded generally optimistic and happy people have a higher level of protection against heart disease. Experts believe a general sense of well-being can lower risk… Read more »
Travelling abroad for medical treatment? Do your research
Medical tourism is a rapidly growing market segment. A report published in 2011 estimated that there are 5 million people travelling globally for treatment (including dental, cosmetic and fertility treatment)…. Read more »
Expats, choose your neighbourhood carefully
Childhood obesity is increasing in the western world – nearly 18% of school age children in the US are obese. The rate of obesity there has more than tripled in… Read more »
Wealthier expats have better health
Scientists have found that people with a high socioeconomic status have better health than those with a lower socioeconomic standing. Factors such as having a high level of education and… Read more »
Expat mental health better in Nordic countries?
In a recent Expat Health post we reported that expatriates have higher levels of anxiety, depression and substance abuse than non-expats. Many reported family concerns as the main reason behind… Read more »
Expats at greater risk of mental health issues
According to a recent study, expatriates face a higher overall risk for mental health problems and substance abuse issues. This underlines the importance of Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) and mental… Read more »
Foreign language immersion can change your brain
Scientists have found that the way an adult learns a foreign language can affect the way their brain processes the language. Adults who undergo immersion, where they are completely surrounded… Read more »
Hay fever season: Will you suffer abroad?
It’s the time of year when the pollen starts to fall and eyes start to itch. If you have never suffered from hay fever before that may change when you… Read more »
Medical Tourism: The Facts in 2012
A recent report on medical tourism revealed some surprising facts. The data, gathered by author Ian Youngman, shows that most people don’t opt for the cheapest destination and Europe’s top… Read more »