Expat Health Insurance News: Being sociable 'is important for older people'

Expatriate medical insurance policyholders have been advised to keep regular contact with a group of friends in order to enjoy a good quality of life.

Caroline Moye, head of communications for age charity Independent Age, said ...

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Worldwide Medical Insurance News: Malaysia 'to set up expat system'

Healthcare plans for expatriates could be given a boost in Malaysia after a government minister announced a comprehensive management system for the country's expat workers.

According to The Star ...

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Expatriate Healthcare News: 'Time is right' to invest in Spanish homes

Investment is returning to the Spanish property market as overseas medical insurance policyholders forget last year's financial concerns, according to Atlas International.

James Dearsley, European sales director at the firm, pointed out that ...

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Expatriate Healthcare News: Taiwan defends ban on HIV patients

Taiwan has attempted to defend a decision not to allow blue-collar expatriates with Aids or HIV into the country, claiming it cannot support the medical burden that is associated with treating them.

According to Focus Taiwan ...

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Take out overseas medical insurance when moving to Dubai

People thinking of relocating abroad to Dubai should take out expatriate health insurance cover for their own peace of mind, an online expat magazine has warned.

In an article published by Shelter Offshore, foreign citizens are advised to ...

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Worldwide Medical Insurance News: Indian expats urged to register to vote

Expatriate Indians who have overseas health insurance are being advised to register with their nearest diplomatic missions in order to have a say in India's elections.

It comes after the country recently implemented ...

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Expatriate Healthcare News: Bangladesh 'set to pass bank bill'

The Bangladesh parliament is set to pass legislation that will help expatriate health insurance policyholders financially.

Expats could benefit from the Expatriate Welfare Bank bill, which will ...


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International Healthcare News: Dubai lifts sponsorship restrictions

More expatriate health insurance policyholders will now be able to bring their children and families to Dubai after restrictions were lifted on the sponsorship system.

For a deposit of 5,000 dirhams (£862) per person ...

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International Health Insurance News: Kuwait axes sponsorship system

Overseas medical insurance policyholders considering moving to Kuwait for work could be swayed by the news that the country is set to axe its controversial sponsorship system for expatriate workers next February.

Mohammed al-Afasi, minister of social affairs, is quoted by AFP news agency as saying ...

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