How to boost your employees’ digital wellbeing

As technology intertwines with our daily lives, it can distract us and affect our mental and physical wellbeing, which might lead to loss of productivity because of constant distraction. On an everyday basis, multiple devices and applications are fighting for our attention, and the feeling of being always “on” can be deteriorating to our wellbeing …

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The best 3 productivity tips for working from home

Working from home is a sacrifice that millions of workers across the UAE have to make due to the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Luckily, technology and a well-thought-out plan can make it easy for you to stay connected with colleagues and yield great results. In this feature by Pacific Prime Dubai, we share some tips …

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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 …

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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 …

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6 small business insurance tips for 2020

With the first quarter of the year already behind us, now is a good time to re-evaluate your goals and choices – both professionally and personally. Any small business owner knows that many decisions must be made in order to become successful. One such decision is the kind of insurance that’s needed to protect their …

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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 …

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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, …

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How are small group health insurance premiums calculated?

Running a small business or a startup in Dubai can be a great opportunity for any entrepreneur. However, to operate legally in the Emirate, your business will need to provide health insurance benefits to employees. In this article by Pacific Prime Dubai, we’ll explore the employee benefits law in Dubai, show you how small group …

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Mental health in the workplace: 7 proven ways to beat burnout

Are you feeling constantly tired, mentally drained, and demotivated every single day at work? If so, then you are among millions around the world experiencing work burnout. But that’s okay. Work burnout is very common, and there are many different ways you can beat it without having to take a month-long leave. In this blog …

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9 things you absolutely need to know before moving to the UAE in 2020

Cities of the UAE, like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, are among the most international and advanced in the world. For anyone moving to the UAE, the technological advancement compiled with the hot weather and strong Islamic traditions is what makes the country so intriguing. In this blog by Pacific Prime Dubai, we’ll take you through …

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