Category Archive For "Health"
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6 wellness travel trends for 2023
Gone are the days when going on holiday meant ditching our healthy diets and exercise regimens. Modern travel itineraries are centered around relaxation and well-being – so much so that wellness travel is now one of the travel industry’s fastest-growing sectors. After years of isolation and restrictions, there has never been a better time to …
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How much do COVID-19 tests cost for expats in Bangkok, Thailand? (Updated January 2023)
As an expat living in Thailand, knowing where to go to receive a COVID-19 test, e.g. an RT-PCR, can save you a lot of hassle and time but also costs. And speaking of costs, different places will offer different testing services that vary in price. Some can be really expensive but amazing, while others can …
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6 health and wellness trends to expect in 2023
Every new calendar year brings changes that affect our daily lives. The global health and wellness market, in particular, has been soaring since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Stay-at-home orders and the constant focus on health have people prioritizing wellness now more than ever. This prioritization has boosted industry growth that shows no signs …
How to stay healthy during pregnancy
When you see those two lines on your pregnancy test, it is an exciting yet overwhelming feeling as your world is about to be turned upside down. While there will still be many more months before you get to meet your bundle of joy, and there may be a lot of things to figure out, …
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Cancer in Thailand for Expats: Prevalence, treatment, and covering costs
If there’s one disease that tops people’s lists of conditions they do not want to develop, it’s cancer. In Thailand, just as in the rest of the world, cancer is a growing concern as the country develops and risk factors become more prominent. This can be especially true for expats in the country, whose age, …
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The Boom of Plastic Surgery in Thailand
Plastic surgery, or cosmetic surgery, is popular in Thailand. The experienced and skilled surgeons, first-class treatments, and the affordable cost combined into an all-around package. People from all over the world travel to Thailand to improve their appearance or fix their physical imperfections. However, any form of surgery comes with its own health risks, which …
World Blood Donor Day 2022: Why should you donate blood?
Every year on 14 June, countries worldwide celebrate World Blood Donor Day, a day where we celebrate blood donors and spread awareness about the global need for safe blood. Blood transfusions can save lives, but many patients in need worldwide do not have timely access to safe blood. In today’s article by Pacific Prime Thailand, …
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6 ways to ease anxiety around Omicron wave
As Omicron has been detected in all of Thailand’s provinces, people across the country are concerned about how the new COVID-19 variant could affect their lives. Just as we were starting to get used to the “new normal”, Omicron and its rising case count have brought back feelings of panic and anxiety. What’s more, the …
What to do if you test positive for COVID-19 in Thailand
If you’re an expat living in Thailand, you’ll probably know by now that there are certified Antigen Test Kits (ATKs) available at your nearest clinic, pharmacy, and public/private hospital. They are also known as lateral flow tests and the price for a test kit begins at THB ฿49. Needless to say, having an ATK close …
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5 tips to help kids get active during the COVID-19 pandemic
With lockdowns and restrictions enforced by governments to combat COVID-19, the ongoing pandemic has had a detrimental impact on children’s mental and physical health. According to a recent study by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children’s BMI (body mass index) doubled in 2020. Similarly, a JAMA study found that children between the …
