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How does US healthcare compare to other countries

WEBThere are fewer physicians in the U.S. than in most other OECD countries. In 2010 the U.S. had 2.4 practicing doctors for every 1,000 people, less than the OECD …

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Expat healthcare: international vs. local insurance

WEBLocal private health insurance. Local healthcare insurance plans are designed to keep you covered in your country of residence and the costs are generally …

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How universal health care benefits the economy

WEBEvidence suggests the implementation of a universal health care system benefits a country’s economy. Aside from a healthier workforce and lower mortality …

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UnitedHealth continues aggressive international expansion

WEBThe long-term strategy of UnitedHealth is to continue its expansion into international markets, which provide a healthy margin. While in the U.S. domestic …

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The most efficient healthcare systems – The Insiders' Guide to

WEBDespite the fact that, among developed countries, the United States spends the most on healthcare, its system is one of the least efficient. Bloomberg recently …

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Top 5 countries in the world for healthcare – The Insiders' Guide to

WEBEvery year, the Legatum Institute releases a health prosperity index, ranking the world’s healthcare systems based on the basic health of its citizens, quality …

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Medical tourism boost for expats in South America

WEBThe cost of healthcare in the United States has long be the scourge of the underinsured, and while “Obamacare” may improve the situation, going abroad is an …

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Mexico achieves near universal health care in a decade

WEBMexico has made drastic healthcare reforms and has achieved universal health coverage in less than a decade, according to a study in the Lancet ().A national …

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Improved mental health in green cities – The Insiders' Guide to

WEBPeople who move to greener areas show improved mental health, a benefit which can last up to three years, say UK researchers. After analysing data which tracked …

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Self esteem, health and comprehensive sex education

WEBComprehensive sex education. Comprehensive Sex Education focuses on gender empowerment, equality and human rights. By recognising sexual activity …

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Which countries top the European health care rankings

WEBSwitzerland came in at second place, followed by the Scandinavian countries Norway, Finland and Denmark. The UK, excluding Scotland, comes in 14th …

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Movember: changing the face of men’s health

WEBLet’s face cancer. According to Movember statistics, in 2015 an estimated 220,800 Americans will be diagnosed with prostate or testicular cancer.

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Which European countries are most worried about health

WEBThe health service in Spain was the most urgent concern for 14 percent of people surveyed, this equals the Netherlands. Only 9 percent of people in Italy see …

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New medical tourism agency launches in Canada

WEBThe Canadian Medical Travel and Tourism Agency (a private company) announced the launch of Global Healthcare Connections to identify solutions for …

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Spain declares war on alternative healthcare – The Insiders' Guide …

WEBScience and health ministers in Spain have put forward a proposal to eliminate all alternative healthcare in health centres, where all treatment must be given by …

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Differences between travel and international health insurance

WEBWhether you are travelling or moving abroad, you are probably aware that you need some form of health insurance. So can you get away with travel insurance for …

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How long haul flights can affect your holiday health

WEBSomething that does increase your chances of becoming ill on a long haul flight is the prolonged proximity to infected people. Although technically a plane is no …

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Globalsurance Insurance Industry Round-Up: June 2011

WEBJune was a busy month in the international insurance industry, with plenty of movement and activity occurring around the world. Mergers & acquisitions are at an all …

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Bupa and Jubilee launch health insurance in Kenya

WEBEast Africa’s largest insurance group, Jubilee Insurance, has joined forces with Bupa International to provide health insurance in Kenya. The products will target …

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