Weekly health news round up: 15 Dec 2015
International health news Mexico approves the first-ever vaccine for dengue fever – Mexico is the first country in the world that approves the use of the dengue fever vaccine. 400… Read more »
Surviving your first Christmas as an expat
Christmas time has an undefinable magic about it; whether it be the decorations, time spent with family or nostalgia for your youth when the magic shone brighter, it’s a special… Read more »
Christmas dinner traditions around the world
Christmas without a hearty Christmas dinner is unimaginable. A traditional Christmas dinner is simple, not to mention delicious: roast ham, beef or turkey, potatoes, roasted vegetables, cranberry sauce, pies and… Read more »
Weekly health news roundup: 7 Dec 2015
International health news Dating apps contribute to HIV/AIDS rise among adolescents – it seems that HIV rates among adolescents have been on the rise recently. Several surveys suggest that dating apps are… Read more »
It pays off to lead a healthy lifestyle in Dubai
Obesity has become a worldwide problem; the growing number of people with obesity-related chronic diseases such as diabetes is putting a huge strain on healthcare systems, economies due to the… Read more »
Loneliness triggers the “fight or flight” switch
Loneliness is the dark side of expat life; the side that no one warns you about and which can envelop you when you least expect it. It is often the root… Read more »
Weekly health news roundup: 1 Dec 2015
International health news Loneliness may affect your genes – researchers at the University of Chicago and the University of California have discovered that loneliness actually triggers physical responses in the… Read more »
Beyond the obvious: expat risks
It’s obvious that getting vaccinated and being wary of illnesses before moving abroad is important. After all, knowing what infectious animals or contagious diseases you are likely to come into… Read more »
Visiting Saudi? Health insurance mandatory
If you are planning a short stay in Saudi Arabia or you are visiting a family member over the Christmas period next month, don’t forget to apply for health insurance…. Read more »
Weekly health news roundup: 24 Nov 2015
International health news Scientists warn we’re approaching a post-antibiotic era – Chinese scientists found that bacteria are becoming resistant to colistin, an antibiotic considered to be the “last resort.” The resistant… Read more »