Healthcare systems

Healthcare is high on the Singaporean government’s agenda. Indeed, the country has created one of the most efficiently performing healthcare systems according to Bloomberg’s Most…

The French social welfare system is based on the principle of ‘solidarity contributions’, which covers both French nationals and resident foreign nationals. This means that everyone…

Hong Kong’s public hospitals have consistently been overworked and understaffed in recent history. However now the Hospital Authority is promising a raft of recruitments and cutting down on administrative red tape in the face of long-standing...

Have you ever thought of having to pay $210 for a simple GP consultation? Amounts like this may seem staggering, but they are part of the reality of the more than 331 million people who live in the United States! Are you moving...

During a period of expatriation for professional reasons not everything happens as expected. The world health crisis brought about by the Coronavirus pandemic, and its economic…

Whether you’re already living in Hong Kong or planning to relocate there, here is all the information you will need about the local healthcare system...

Do you know how much medical consultations abroad cost? Depending on the country, prices can sometimes vary by a factor of three or more. Check out our infographic showing the average costs of GP or specialist consultations in 10 countries! Top 3...

Is the healthcare system in your (future) country of expatriation efficient? According to the WHO, the average life expectancy worldwide has risen sharply over the last twenty years, which suggests that the quality of care is also increasing...

Moving to a new place is a great chance to have new experiences, but it can also mean re-learning how to do familiar tasks from your home country. If you’ve never been to a doctor in France before, you may be unsure of what to expect. Will you be able to...

The 2021 report for most expensive cities to live in conducted by The Economist Intelligence Unit listed Singapore as the second most expensive city to live in the world. Going by this, it's…

As a soon-to-be mother, there is a lot to consider before giving birth in Hong Kong. One of the first things expectant mothers will consider is where they are going to experience one of the most important moments of their lives. Unlike many other countries, when...

For expats planning to travel or move to Thailand, understanding the healthcare system—the quality of care available, coverage options, and the process for accessing care—is crucial...

No country has the same healthcare system. Each country’s healthcare system functions differently, with different funding, government support and different features in the mix of…

If you’re new to the Philippines and plan to stay for the long term, then it’s worth digging deeper into the healthcare system. First, you need to know that healthcare in the Philippines is affordable for Western expats since it comes at a

When they move to Indonesia, expatriates may not be aware of how the local healthcare system works or what kind of insurance plan they should look into.

Are you intending to get a job in London, settle in Bristol or study in Manchester? If you wish to move to the UK, you should take some time to learn about its healthcare system. Depending on your situation and specific needs, you will need to complete various administrative procedures to ensure you have access to healthcare that meets your needs.