Category Archives: Partners First
Man flu ‘not a myth’ say scientists
Women laugh about “man flu” but the condition is no myth, scientists have learned. A study found work stress increased the likelihood of men – but not women – complaining of sore throats and sniffles. One explanation given for the … Continue reading
Wishing You A Very Happy Christmas
At this very special time we would like to wish everyone a very happy, healthy and restful holiday. With very best wishes from the ALC Health Team
Bulgarian Government to charge tax on medical insurance
The Bulgarian parliament have voted for new legislation which will see Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) being charged on all medical insurance risks incepting or renewing from 1st January 2011.
ALC Health – a lot can happen in 12 months
We thought it might be useful to look back at what has happened over the past year at ALC Health. January 2011 Spain: ALC Health announced a partnership with IBEX Insurance Services in Spain the largest provider of insurance for … Continue reading
WIN A DIGITAL CAMERA
As an international company, we work with people and companies across the globe, but how well do we know their national flags? Throughout our web site (www.alchealth.com) we have added the national flags of just a few of the countries … Continue reading
Partners First – December Newsletter
Here we are already at the end of another year and most people will agree this year has been a challenging one as the global recession continues to have its effect on everyone’s day to day life. Most businesses … Continue reading
Why high blood pressure is like the BP Texas oil refinery disaster
By Dr Charlie Easmon We all know that a build of pressure leads to blow ups or blow outs in pipes. The arteries are the pipes that carry blood away from the heart. They are designed to take certain pressures. … Continue reading
Companies still commited to sending employees abroad
A new report by the Economist Intelligence Unit showed that the movement of expatriates around the globe looks set to remain strong, despite the impact of the global recession. Though only 13 per cent of companies featured in the study … Continue reading
Expat News
According to the latest HSBC Expat Explorers Survey 2010 the wealthiest expats in the world live in Russia with 36 per cent of the expats surveyed earning over $250,000. This was closely followed by Singapore and Bermuda. The survey uncovered … Continue reading
Country Focus – Spain
Last month Sue Wilson our Director for Southern Europe was interviewed by Post magazine on business in the region. We thought it might useful for those of you that might not have seen the article it to reprint … Continue reading
ALC Health Partners with Arab Orient in UAE
ALC Health is very proud to announce a new partnership with the Arab Orient Insurance Company to underwrite its worldwide health plan for companies and residents in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This strategic partnership means ALC’s products may … Continue reading
An Update on ALC World
Earlier this year ALC Health launched an exciting new on-line service called ALC World (www.alchealth.com/alcworld) providing all policyholders including ALC travel members with free access to a global library of carefully selected English speaking doctors and medical facilities across more … Continue reading
Suffering from Stress ? Try these quick fixes . . .
There are many techniques for helping to relive stress, but here are a few that you may find useful. Slow, deep breathing You can quickly bring down your heart rate and blood pressure by breathing deeply and slowly. Close your eyes … Continue reading
Living Where it Hurts!
Living overseas as an expatriate can be an expensive experience, especially when it comes to your client’s healthcare. According to the latest report from Xpatulator.com, the world’s most expensive city for medical care is Tokyo, closely followed by … Continue reading
Before you leave don’t forget . . .
As it is the holiday season ALC Health’s Medical Director Dr Charlie Easmon has put together a guide to help you plan the perfect trip. Vaccinations Certain types of vaccination and preventive medicine have to be administered well in … Continue reading
Dr Easmon’s Health News
Why the return to work after the holidays should include 2 days for email clearing…. Rest and sleep are both regarded as good for us. Too much of each can be a bad thing but how much is enough? … Continue reading
Focus on….France
Andrew Apps writes On the face of it there is little difference between the quality of private or public medical care in hospitals in France. Being treated in private clinics in France does not mean avoiding waiting lists for … Continue reading
ALC Health Turns Techno
ALC Health is now posting regular medical updates on its blog at http://www.alchealth.com/blog. We will adding up to date health and expatriate news so please do visit the pages where you can share the information with clients, colleagues or … Continue reading
Rabies reported in Bali
Fresh cases of rabies continue to be reported from Bali. The outbreak has been caused by bites from infected dogs. Travelers should avoid touching all animals, including pet dogs and cats and wild animals such as monkeys. Rabies vaccine is … Continue reading
Leptospirosis in Malaysia
An increase in leptospirosis has been reported from Malaysia. Leptospirosis is acquired by exposure to water contaminated by the urine of infected animals. Travelers should avoid exposure to lakes, rivers, and other bodies of fresh water. SOURCE : mdtravelhealth.com
Avoiding Jet Lag – Things you should know
Jet lag is the curse of modern jet travel, but it doesn´t have to spoil your trip. Pre-flight This is one of the most important aspects of combating jet lag. Before departing, make sure you have all your affairs, business … Continue reading
Dubai : No deportation for expats with ‘hepatitis B’
New expatriate workers who are found to have Hepatitis B when they undergo their medical test will not be deported but will be given treatment, according to the Ministry of Health. Resident expatriates will not be asked to undergo the … Continue reading
Malaria – be prepared and know what to do
Malaria is a serious and occasionally fatal disease. It is caused by a parasite which is spread to humans by infected mosquitoes. One species of the malaria parasite, Plasmodium falciparum, can in some cases cause very severe illness and may … Continue reading
Polio outbreak reported in Angola and Tajikistan
The Ministry of Health in Angola has reported 15 cases of polio since the beginning of 2010. Cases have been reported from previously polio-free provinces of Bie, Bengo, Huambo, Lunda Norte and Lunda Sul, and one case in the Democratic … Continue reading
Cholera confirmed in flood hit Pakistan
THE United Nations has confirmed at least one case of cholera in flood-hit Pakistan and is stepping up efforts to treat people suffering from acute watery diarrhoea, a spokesman said Saturday. ”There has been at least one cholera confirmed case … Continue reading
H1N1 pandemic over – or maybe not !
The pronouncement last week by WHO Director General Margaret Chan that the H1N1 pandemic is officially over apparently ignores the latest reports from India. Health officials in the world’s second most populous nation say that the number of new H1N1 … Continue reading
It’s expensive to be an Expatriate
Living overseas as an expatriate can be an expensive experience, especially when it comes to your health. According to the latest report from Xpatulator.com, the world’s most expensive city for medical care is now Tokyo, closely followed by Hong Kong confirming … Continue reading
US & European Countries issue warning against non-essential travel to Moscow region.
The failure to contain the fires around Moscow has spawned a wave of concern that the conflagration may yet spread to the Bryansk region in western Russia where the soil is still contaminated by the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. It’s not clear … Continue reading
Beware of the Spanish Jellyfish
Sightings rolled in this week that the number of swimmers on Spain’s Costa Blanca reporting jellyfish stings has leaped from a typical five to nearly 400 per day. Marine scientists do not expect these numbers to drop soon or the … Continue reading
Mumps alert in South East England
A mumps outbreak has been reported from Brighton and Hove, Sussex, UK. All travelers born after 1956 should make sure they have had either two documented MMR immunizations or a blood test showing mumps immunity. This does not apply to … Continue reading