Healthcare in the United States typically revolves around prescription medication and surgical procedures. This practice is known as conventional medicine or traditional medicine and uses treatments like prescriptions, surgery, or other medical interventions to treat diseases. Conventional medicine seeks to treat a person’s symptoms and not necessarily the cause of a disease or illness. Presently, however, […]
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How to Access Urgent Care While Traveling
When traveling abroad for a long period or after moving overseas, you may find yourself needing health care at night or on a weekend. But it may not be a full-scale emergency. It could be anything from feeling flulike symptoms to slipping and injuring yourself. That’s when you need urgent care, sometimes known as an […]
Surgery for Expats Preparation Guide
Whether you moved abroad and need surgery as an expat or you’re wondering if you should make the trip overseas for a cheaper procedure, make sure to do your research and establish a clear plan of care in advance. Surgeries fall into two categories: emergency and elective. Doctors perform emergency surgeries to correct an urgent […]
What to Do if You Experience a Natural Disaster Abroad
Many of us live our lives without going through a natural disaster. While it’s uncommon, you may experience a natural disaster when you travel abroad, and if you do it can create problems for your trip. Travel insurance can help you get home safely with your costs covered if you plan and travel wisely. What […]
Preventive Care Checklist
You might still be asking, what is preventive care? But there’s a good chance you’ve already experienced it. If you’ve ever had bloodwork done to check your cholesterol or an annual scan, you’ve undergone preventive care. Before moving locations, it’s a good idea to set up an appointment with your doctor at home for a […]