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What does Brexit mean for expatriates in Europe and their healthcare?

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Five must-do things in Portugal

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My Matchmaker’s ‘SELECTOR’ system – what’s all the fuss about?

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5 must-do things for expatriates in the Philippines

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5 must-do attractions for expatriates in Hong Kong

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Hong Kong really does have something for everyone. And because it is only just over 1,000 sq. metres (424 sq. miles) it’s easy to see most of the attractions and sights or get involved in the many activities the country has to offer. Hong Kong is made up of islands surrounded by the South China Sea and connected in the North to China and so its landscape changes from mountains and green areas to skyscrapers to sandy beaches. For the expat in Hong Kong it’s an exciting place to live with its deep history, culture and places to visit. Here we outline five must-do things in Hong Kong and the Islands to help expats get the most out of what the country has to offer. The Peak The Peak is the highest point on Hong Kong Island and also the most exclusive neighbourhood. The view across the island takes in…

Zika Virus - What Expatriates Need to Know

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Respiratory tract diseases affect millions of people worldwide. Sufferers encounter problems with air passages, including the nasal passages, the bronchi and the lungs. Respiratory diseases range from acute infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia to chronic conditions such as obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma. People living in countries in Asia are particularly prone to suffering from a respiratory disease at some point in their life. Singapore is not traditionally a high producer of air pollution but their Malaysian and Indonesian neighbours are, causing problems in all three countries. Malaysia and Indonesia still practice slash and burn agriculture as well as intensive logging and heavy industrial manufacturing. These activities release significant amounts of smoke and smog into the air, causing pollution that can cause 'smog cough', difficulty breathing, respiratory irritation and even asthma for locals and expats alike. Such has been the effect on Singapore that the issue has been frequently covered…
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