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What Happens To NHS If Expats Return to UK?

The NHS could face a bill of almost half a billion pounds if retired British people currently living in other EU countries decide to return to the UK in the event that their right to healthcare in those countries is withdrawn after Brexit. This figure could be substantially higher if the NHS has to pay…

Applying For European Health Insurance Card After Brexit

The European Health Insurance Card (or EHIC) gives access to state-provided healthcare treatment in the EU. However, the end of the Brexit transition period means several changes to the relationship between the UK and EU, including this widely used European medical card. We’ve outlined the key changes and questions surrounding the EHIC, what these changes mean for…

What Makes Expats At Higher Risk Of Substance Abuse?

Nowadays, many people choose to go expat for better job prospects. This is not at all surprising since many countries might offer a better quality of living than your home country. But regardless of all the benefits, there are also some downsides. All the changes that come with relocating abroad can cause a lot of…

Top Probiotic Strains That Can Keep Your Gut Healthy In Another Country

Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your health, especially your gut. They are often called “good” or “friendly” bacteria because they help keep your gut healthy. Probiotics can be found in some foods, such as yogurt and sauerkraut, and supplements. Some people believe that probiotics can also protect you from getting sick…

Reasons Why Drinking Organic Wine Is Healthy

Is drinking organic wine better for you? In a nutshell, yes. Organic wine is produced according to organic viticulture standards that prohibit the use of harmful chemicals and substances. Here we set out why drinking organic wine is healthy. Statistics show that the wine market will reach up to 1…

7 Tips for Coping With Expat Depression

It is widespread for expats to lack the proper mental health care coverage abroad. Some locations even lack access to mental health professionals and institutions for everyone, not just expats. And even if you end up in a place where counseling is available, like a school in case you are studying abroad, it’s most likely only going…

Lifestyle Benefits Of Nutrition

Living abroad poses an exciting chance to experience new environments, cultures and people. But on a longer trip or assignment, it’s hard to avoid becoming ill at some stage. To increase your chances of staying healthy, it’s important to consider nutrition and your diet. Wriiten for Expat Network by Rebecca Freer,…

5 Natural Ways To Reduce Body Heat

After a long winter period, the weather starts to heat up in many parts of the world. As expats around the world prepare for summer and as travel restrictions ease and families plan to enjoy some fun in the sun the heat can be a problem as well as a pleasure. Here are some…

Tips For Crafting The Perfect Personal Fitness Routine

Fitness is important for everyone and that includes expats who need to ensure that they can fit a personal fitness routine into their new lifestyle in a new environment. It is easy to allow things to slip in a new life but here are some tips on how to craft the perfect routine. …

How To Quit Smoking As An Expat

There are many reasons that people want to quit smoking. Many people quit because of the associated health risks. Others want to quit spending money on cigarettes. Some don’t want to deal with the stigma or the social inconvenience involved with smoking. Whatever your reason is, quitting can be difficult. Expats face all the normal…

Moving to Spain – Health

So, you are moving to Spain!

What Happens To NHS If Expats Return to UK?

Applying For European Health Insurance Card After Brexit

What Makes Expats At Higher Risk Of Substance Abuse?

Top Probiotic Strains That Can Keep Your Gut Healthy In Another Country

Reasons Why Drinking Organic Wine Is Healthy

7 Tips for Coping With Expat Depression

Lifestyle Benefits Of Nutrition

5 Natural Ways To Reduce Body Heat

Tips For Crafting The Perfect Personal Fitness Routine

How To Quit Smoking As An Expat