Swiss voters reject tougher smoking ban
Two thirds of Swiss voters rejected a referendum to tighten up the existing smoking laws. The proposed ban was opposed by the majority of Switzerland’s 26 cantons. The proposed ban… Read more »
Stop smoking mobile app helps 40% of users quit
A European Union anti-smoking campaign, “Ex-Smokers are Unstoppable” is working with Barcelona FC to help 24 to 35 year olds quit smoking. Its free, online health tool, iCoach, is now… Read more »
Hepatitis: “It’s closer than you think”
The World Health Organisation used this theme during World Hepatitis Day in July this year. WHO is urging governments to step up the campaign against viral hepatitis. This inflammation of the… Read more »
Are expats in rural areas more likely to be obese?
A recent study has found people in rural areas are more likely to be obese than urban dwellers. The study claims cultural diets and physical isolation are likely to blame…. Read more »
New laser could take the sting out of vaccinations
Scientists in South Korea have developed a laser-based vaccination system that fires compounds and drugs into the skin through microscopic jets. This could put an end to the traditional method of… Read more »
Are people in UK living healthier for longer?
People in the UK are living in good health for longer, according to statistics released by the Office of National Statistics (ONS). Life expectancy in the UKincreased by more than… Read more »
New EU wine ruling not easily digestible
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has ruled the description “easily digestible” printed on certain wines from Germany is illegal. Deutsches Weintor, a wine-growers’ cooperative based in Germany has been… Read more »
New travel insurance benefits international business people
International Medical Group, a distributor of global health products, has announced a new addition to its travel insurance family. The Patriot T.R.I.P (Travel Itinerary Protection) series of products protects travellers across… Read more »
Health insurance holds key to universal coverage
A study from the World Health Organisation (WHO) has shown countries in Africa and Asia could achieve universal health care through health insurance schemes. The report, published in the Bulletin of… Read more »
China healthcare market biggest behind US by 2020
China has developed as popular destination for expatriate assignments. Its rapid economic growth has also made it a target for health insurers, pharmaceutical companies and companies selling medical products. This… Read more »