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 »
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 »
Typical breakfasts vary around the world but some are healthier than others. The traditional cooked English breakfast with sausages, bacon, fried bread, mushrooms, tomatoes and beans is high on the… Read more »
Currently women pay less than men for life cover. However, with the EU’s new gender directive coming into force in December that cost is set to go up. The ruling,… Read more »
Staying physically and mentally active in old age is linked with improved health and mental well being. Retirees who move abroad will find new diets and different activities are on… Read more »
Stress has been known to be a major contributor to employee absenteeism. Low morale and burnout result in a decrease in employee productivity, negatively affecting the company. New research has… Read more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
In February, Expat Health posted an article about Defaqto’s star ratings for PMI and how they aim to make choosing private medical cover easier. The ratings, ranging from one to… Read more »