Surrogate Coverage Under Health Insurance in Thailand on Standby

By the third quarter of 2024, surrogacy may receive a significant boost as a result of its incorporation into the country’s health insurance scheme, which would increase the likelihood of struggling couples having a child of their own. The Health Service Support Department, the Office of Insurance Commission, and insurance providers aim to provide comprehensive …

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Caisse des Français de l’Étranger: Everything You Need to Know in 2024

The Caisse des Français de l’Étranger (CFE) program has been evolving for nearly half a century to safeguard the health of French nationals residing abroad. As 2024 begins, the French Legislature has implemented various changes to ensure the program remains resilient in this ever-changing world. The key changes in this year’s policy are the increase …

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Japanese Encephalitis in Thailand

Although the overall risk of contracting Japanese Encephalitis in Thailand is generally low for visitors, because infection can be fatal and the long-term consequences of infection can be highly debilitating, expats and visitors alike should take all feasible precautions to protect themselves. In this Pacific Prime Thailand article, we give an overview of the Japanese …

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Top 13 Diseases and Medical Conditions in Thailand that Expats Should Be Aware Of

We have identified Dengue fever, malaria, chikungunya, HIV, Hepatitis A and B, Zika, typhoid fever, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, leptospirosis, food poisoning, respiratory illnesses, and COVID-19 as the top 13 diseases in Thailand that expats need to be extra careful about. The allure of Land of Smiles lies in its beautiful scenery, rich culture, warm climate, …

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Leptospirosis in Thailand

A bacterial infection, leptospirosis, is spread through the urine of domesticated animals such as dogs, farm animals, and small rodents. A common disease affecting animal lovers and an occupational hazard to outdoor workers, the disease thrives in warm parts of the world, such as Southeast Asia.   During periods of heavy rain or floods in Thailand, …

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