Category Archive For "Expat Insurance"
How to be a digital nomad during the pandemic
At a time when pandemic-related border closures are the norm, digital nomads (or individuals who travel extensively and work remotely in foreign countries) seemingly have it tough. Yet, being a digital nomad during the pandemic isn’t impossible. In fact, there are untapped opportunities in the UAE for those wanting to live this digital nomad lifestyle, …
New Retirement Visa in the UAE: Everything you should know
Dream of retiring in Dubai? Well, you’re in luck, as the process has recently been made easier than ever. The new retirement visa initiative allows and encourages expats to live in the UAE after the age of retirement. On September 2, 2020, Dubai authorities announced individuals aged 55 and over are eligible to retire in …
Importance of big data in healthcare
As the cost of healthcare is expected to soar in the Gulf region, big data analytics has the potential to be a force of good in the healthcare sector. If you’re curious to learn more, this Pacific Prime Dubai article will elaborate, looking into what big data is, its role, benefit, and future in the …
How to compare health insurance in Dubai
When you’re looking for health coverage, your goal will be to find a plan that is right for you. However, the number of policies available can make choosing health insurance on your own a difficult task. Since a one-size-fits-all plan doesn’t exist, brokers play a vital role in reducing your time spent searching for plans …
Coronavirus and pregnancy: Advice for pregnant women in the UAE
Since the beginning of the coronavirus crisis, there have been concerns regarding the health of pregnant women, and whether they are at a higher risk of contracting the disease. Being pregnant is already a stressful experience for every woman, and now with the flooding news of the coronavirus pandemic and the uncertainty it brings with …
Combating COVID-19: 5 things expats should know about telehealth
While telehealth was first introduced in the UAE a number of years ago, its popularity never truly took off until the COVID-19 pandemic began. Coronavirus lockdowns and the inherent risk of visiting a doctor’s office have become the primary impetus for the development of telehealth in the region, with a blossoming number of private medical …
COVID-19: Coronavirus restrictions UAE expats must know
Just last week, the UAE’s National Sterilization Drive took place for three nights in a row in an attempt to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The drive, which happens at night between 8pm and 6am, has recently been extended until April 5, 2020. During this time, transportation is halted so that sterilization operations …
Coronavirus precautions for expats in the UAE
With the cases of the novel coronavirus soaring around the globe, local healthcare systems overwhelmed and international travel highly disrupted – it is a good moment for the expats in the UAE to stay put in the Emirates. With a relatively low number of cases since the beginning of the outbreak, a strong healthcare system, …
Getting a work permit and work visa in the UAE: What you need to know
Whether you are hired from overseas, find a job while visiting the UAE, or are already employed and changing companies, all expats who work in the UAE are required to secure a work permit. Luckily, the process is quite simple once you know what is required. In this Pacific Prime Dubai article, we’ll help you …
Importance of antenatal care to lower preterm labor and birth risk
Preterm labor doesn’t have to but sometimes leads to preterm birth. Infants born preterm – before 37 weeks gestation -have a higher risk of mortality and morbidity, with the risk being the highest in those born before 32 weeks. According to a study conducted by BMC health services in Australia, there is a correlation in …
