Category Archive For "Insurance"
Maternity complications: Is an Essential Benefits Plan enough?
Parents-to-be in Dubai have a lot to worry about when it comes to planning for the arrival of their new bundle of joy. Luckily for expats in the Emirate, who actually make up a majority of the population, they oftentimes don’t need to worry about the standard costs that come along with pregnancy, labor, and …
Mandatory health insurance update: Boost in cancer coverage
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) announced last month the launch of Basmah, a new initiative for cancer screenings and treatment. Under Basmah, all health insurance policies in Dubai must cover the screening and treatment of three cancer types: breast, colorectal, and cervical cancer. All Dubai visa holders who have mandatory health insurance cover will now …
Pacific Prime launches the 2018 State of Health Insurance report!
Health insurance is not really something that people think about on a day-to-day basis. For most people with health insurance coverage, it is often a ‘set it and forget it’ kind of product that, once in place, is only really considered whenever it needs to be used or renewed. For those without health insurance, it …
Mental health and Dubai health insurance
Historically, mental health is something that has been ignored in the Middle East. The stigma surrounding mental health disorders has been a source of shame for people that have struggled with conditions like depression and anxiety, let alone more problematic issues like schizophrenia. Previously, this has led to people shying away from discussing these very …
Dubai health insurance matters for relocating employees abroad
Dubai is one of the world’s most popular location for foreign workers. In fact, just over 70% of the Emirate’s total 9.2 million population are not local Emiratis. An overseas posting can be a rewarding opportunity, and Dubai is host to a range of sights, sounds, and experiences that draw many more expats each year. …
In-Vitro Fertilization in Dubai
In-Vitro Fertilization in Dubai It’s an exciting time becoming a parent, and yet the statistics show than many of us are waiting until later in life to begin that journey. When we are ready, some of us are finding that our bodies are not as cooperative as they may have been when we were younger. …
When is it time to switch your corporate insurance broker?
Not all corporate insurance brokers are created equal. The ever-growing intermediary industry in Dubai is providing many businesses with countless options when it comes to securing an employee benefits package, however not all of your choices may be good ones. Unlucky businesses can find themselves trapped with some of the less reputable brokers, like being …
Cancer and insurance in Dubai
As the third leading cause of death in the UAE, cancer continues to increase in prevalence in the region. As such, it’s important to know whether your current health insurance plan covers cancer treatment. In 2015, our partner UAE Medical Insurance wrote an article on cancer and insurance in Dubai. Since then, there have been …
DHA reform applicable to individual medical policies
As of late 2016, all residents in Dubai are required to have health insurance coverage. This requirement extends to expats living in the city, and even visitors as well. When it comes to this type of insurance, it is important to note that the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has set a minimum level of cover …
The UAE and vaccinations
The 2015 Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) outbreak in South Korea launched several questions regarding the issue of vaccinations. As of the time of writing this article, there remains no publicly available vaccination for protection against MERS, but governments and health organizations around the world are no doubt rushing to develop a MERS vaccine. Here, …
