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Wherever in the world you may be, we make sure you feel at home by keeping you connected to the news and information that matter to you. We frequently publish new articles to empower your life abroad through practical and inspirational content both, not only about health and international health insurance related topics, but also anything we consider key to fulfilling your lifestyle in your new host country.
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Individuals, couples and families who left the ‘comfort’ of their home for study, work, love or simply for adventure all agree that living abroad can be both exhilarating and challenging at the same time. Learning about new…
Expert talk #2: Patrick, Business Development Manager Switzerland
Hello Patrick, we are very happy to hear you for this second chapter of the Expert talk serie at Global Health! Can you explain us your background (name, origin, career, when did you join Global Health)? My name is Patrick Schomaker, I’m Franco-German, my wife is Canadian, and we have three children together. I studied […]
Why expatriate to Costa Rica?
Would you know where to locate Costa Rica on a world map? The small country of 5 million inhabitants is nestled between Panama to the south-east and Nicaragua to the north. With its idyllic climate and postcard-perfect scenery, many foreigners want to expatriate to Costa Rica. Nonetheless, the country has many advantages that we invite […]
Preparing your expatriation: the most searched terms on Google
The desire to be elsewhere, to change one’s life, to learn foreign languages: there are many reasons that drive the choice to expatriate. The pandemic, which put a stop to our usual routines and, for some of us, freed up some time, has allowed us to refocus, to take stock of our lives and to […]
Hydrating and eating well in summer
With the arrival of summer, it is common for our weight, but also our digestive system, to alter. This is due to changes in the timetable and the irregularity of our eating habits, as we eat more meals away from home and at different times than usual. It is therefore important to adjust our diet […]
Covid-19: why should expats opt for IPMI
Going abroad is not as easy as it used to be. The current pandemic has made international travel more complex. The specific costs associated with the treatment of Covid-19 can be quite significant. The most serious cases even require hospitalization in intensive care. International health insurance is therefore key when planning an expatriation, and even […]
Expat in Mexico: Louise narrates her experience in this country
Louise, an expatriate in Mexico for more than 6 years, shared her experience with us through a short interview. Who is she? Louise is a fictional character created from several testimonies in order to make the reading of this article more attractive and fun! Louise is a young woman in her thirties who has lived […]
Which countries are ready to welcome expats?
Are you looking for a new adventure in life? Is moving abroad part of your plans for 2022? You should know that this project is far from being utopian, as many countries are actively seeking qualified expatriates! The health crisis has spared no one and some countries have seen their economies hit hardest by this […]
Skin cancer: Everything you need to know and how to prevent it
In recent years, we have been witnessing an increase in diagnosed cases of skin cancer, as well as a greater awareness and interest to prevent it. At Global Health and together with Teladoc Health we want to do our bit by speaking about this disease with the aim of promoting early detection through self-examination and […]
Preparing your expatriation to make it more eco-friendly
The term “eco-expat” is very much in vogue at the moment, it is echoed in societies that are increasingly concerned about their environment and its preservation. This term eco-expat” refers to an expatriation that is considered more environmentally friendly. Expatriation, by definition, means being far from one’s country of origin and this does not happen […]
Changing jobs to expatriate: take advantage of the “Great Resignation”
Nearly one in two employees would consider quitting during 2022. The 2021 Work Trend Index survey conducted by Microsoft is clear: the desire to change jobs has never been so strong. Loss of meaning, physical fatigue, lack of pay progression or a desire to be somewhere else, and what if the “Great Resignation” were to […]
What is the impact of Brexit on expatriates?
The withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union has had a significant impact on businesses but also on individuals, British and European, on both sides of the Channel. In addition to the economic consequences on growth, investment and employment, what are the concrete repercussions on European expats in the UK and British nationals […]
The rise of influencers in Dubai
Their names are Nabilla, Hugo Philip, Max Stanton or Pallavi Dean… They are based in Dubai, and they spend most of their time on social media sharpening their digital weapons to conquer the world. For a few years now, the glittering emirate has been attracting influencers from everywhere on the planet; this new crowd are […]