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Moving to Spain – Health

So, you are moving to Spain!

Whether you are emigrating, taking a short term assignment or joining family in Spain we have put together the information you will need to make your move a smooth one.

Stay Healthy When Living Abroad

Best Ways To Stay Healthy When Living Abroad

  There are many reasons that people choose to leave their homeland to move to another country such as jobs, marriage or simply because they preferred another lifestyle. If becoming an expat is in the near future for you, one of your considerations will be health and fitness. Here are some of the best ways…

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keeping your health in check

3 Tips For Keeping Your Health In Check As An Expat

  Living abroad has countless benefits and possibilities: you get to live an adventurous lifestyle and become integrated into cultures very different from your own. But living away from your home country comes with challenges as well, one of which is the difficulty of finding good healthcare options abroad. Here are a few tips to…

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health

9 Little Known Factors That Affect Your Health

  Many factors have an impact on our health, such as what we eat, how we sleep and our habits and hobbies. While lifestyle choices and genetics play a large role in our health, our social and physical environments can also impact our wellness.       In this article, we’ll discuss the lesser-known determinants…

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private health insurance in Spain

Key Questions To Reduce The Cost Of Private Health Insurance In Spain

  Medical insurance can be confusing and a bit of a minefield as no two policies are alike.  So here are some useful tips and questions to ask yourself before you decide on a suitable policy to provide you with private health insurance in Spain.  These will ensure you get the right policy and keep…

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separation anxiety

Separation Anxiety: Dealing With A Common Expat Problem

It’s normal for expatriates to feel homesick from time to time. But what happens when longing for familiar faces and places becomes the worry and distress of separation anxiety? An increasing number of expats struggle with the condition that detracts from the experience of living and working abroad. Thankfully, there are ways to deal with…

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gut healthy

How Can Expats Remain Gut Healthy in A New Country?

  Moving to a different country is a very big change, which requires a great adaptation. Expats must not only adapt to a new place and culture but their gastrointestinal system must, too. The bacteria that live in the gut, known as microbiota, also have to deal with changes in diet, lifestyle, and other important…

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Stay Healthy While Living Abroad

6 Tips To Stay Healthy While Living Abroad

  Expat life opens the door to a plethora of fresh adventures and exploration chances. It’s easy to overlook your health while relocating to your new home country and focusing solely on the present.  Here we look at what you can do to ensure you stay healthy while living abroad.       Learning about…

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Healthcare in Spain

Those planning to live in Spain should understand their options for accessing healthcare while they are there.  The rules for British citizens changed on 1st January if they do not have residence.  We set out here how you can access the state healthcare system and what your options are for private healthcare.   Entry Requirements Currently…

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Healthy Lifestyle

5 Tips For Expats To Maintain A Healthy Lifestyle

  Leaving your country to live in another one is a childhood dream for many. But when we actually shift to another country we realize what a challenge it is. Moving to a new country can open better opportunities for us and helps us grow bigger in terms of our professional capacity but living as…

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Fitness Tips For Expats

7 Fitness Tips For Expats In A New Country

  Moving to a new country is a challenging task. It means starting a new chapter in your life, changing your environment as well as your habits. While it’s a great way to broaden your views and explore new cultures, it also presents unique challenges. Everything is new and exciting, but also stressful. Additionally, you…

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