Exercise may reduce risk of dementia
Most expats already know about the benefits of exercise in terms of physical health and self-esteem, but according to new research from the Mayo Clinic it may also help combat… Read more »
Tag: expat health
165 million Europeans suffer from mental disorders
Mental health issues are a key challenge facing European health systems, according to a study published by the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology. It examined a population of 514 million people,… Read more »
Teens need better info on medication
35% of boys and 45% of girls in Europe and the US regularly take medication. Yet according to recent research, pharmacists do a poor job of communicating the risks and… Read more »
Chili peppers help ease sinus problems
A nasal spray containing an ingredient derived from hot chili peppers (Capsicum annum) may help people with sinus problems, found a study by University of Cincinnati researcher Dr. Jonathan Bernstein…. Read more »
Bacterium could stop spread of dengue virus
Dengue fever is one of the world’s most serious health issues, impacting an average 50 million people in 100 countries annually. These include popular expat destinations such as India, Malaysia… Read more »
MediCare identifies most common expat health problems
MediCare International released a statement detailing the most common health problems reported by its expat clients, finding “everyday” ailments such as back problems and hypertension far outweighed cases of serious… Read more »
Hong Kong has highest number of chronic illnesses abroad
Nearly half of Hong Kong residents say they suffer from a chronic illness such as obesity, depression, heart disease, asthma, diabetes or cancer, according to Bupa’s 2011 Health Pulse Survey…. Read more »
Study probes link between stress and overeating
With obesity on the rise worldwide, weight issues are fast becoming a key concern for expats. Now, researchers at the University of Calgary’s Hotchkiss Brain Institute (HBI) claim to have… Read more »
Illegal pharmacies target search engines
Expat internet users have long been subject to all manner of email spam. Many of these messages advertise cut-rate drugs sold by illegal pharmacies. Now, according to a recent study… Read more »
Drug resistant salmonella reaches Europe
It seems Europe can’t catch a break these days: a sovereign debt crisis, a deadly e. coli outbreak and now–according to researchers from France’s Pasteur Institute–a drug resistant strain of… Read more »