Weekly health roundup August 16
International health news Alzheimer’s disease may finally have a cure, with research on mice having shown a drug commonly used for period pain to have “completely reversed the inflammation of… Read more »
Canada: the two faces of medical tourism
More and more people are traveling abroad for medical treatment than ever, with that number expected to rise significantly over the next decade. For receiving countries, this can be a… Read more »
Weekly health roundup August 8
International health news A great step has been taken towards identifying all the genes that affect the risk of depression. However, while improving the ability to study the disease, the… Read more »
Weekly health roundup August 1
International health news Breastfeeding within the first hour of birth provides newborns with their first ‘vaccine’, according to Unicef. A vital source of nutrients and antibodies, delaying the first instance… Read more »
‘Insurance obligatory for everybody’, says Omani government
The Oman government recently announced plans to make health insurance compulsory to all citizens and expat residents. It is believed that this will ensure a better quality of healthcare for… Read more »
Weekly health roundup July 26
International health news Medical tourism is set to grow 25% year-over-year for the next ten years, with people traveling across borders in search of cheaper or better healthcare. While health… Read more »
Getting contraception when you live abroad
When moving abroad, there are many important matters to consider, but one that is often forgotten is contraception. With all the stress that comes with a major move, it’s easy… Read more »
Saudi employers must now provide health insurance
Employers in Saudi Arabia must now provide health insurance to their employees. The decision, implemented by the Council of Cooperative Health Insurance and the Ministry of Labor and Social Development,… Read more »
Weekly health roundup July 18
International Health News With heightened reports of tropical diseases and other travel related illnesses, people are being urged more than ever to get all necessary vaccinations before travel. Citizens are… Read more »
Weekly health roundup July 12
International Health News The International Association for Medical Assistance to Travellers is making it easier to receive medical care whilst in a foreign country. The organisation will now list English-speaking… Read more »