Valentine’s Day leaves no one indifferent, and is firmly rooted in our customs. What about the rest of the world? Is the rose in the spotlight everywhere on February 14th? Traditions on this day vary from country to country. Here’s how lovers’ day is celebrated around the world. La Saint Valentin aux USA : un […]
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Going abroad on vacation or expatriation is an adventure to be taken seriously. Chances are, your host country will have different sanitary conditions to those you’re used to! The health crisis with the Coronavirus epidemic has come and gone, and you’ll need to be vaccinated to travel to certain countries, and have health insurance for
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The insurance policies that come with your credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) are more like assistance contracts that help you in the event of an incident, for a short period of time without offering very extensive health cover, and under no circumstances if you stay for more than 3 consecutive months. They do not
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If you’re going abroad, will French social security cover you? Depending on your destination, the length of your stay, your professional situation and your needs, the answer to this question varies widely , and is often case-by-case. However, you should be aware that France has signed bilateral agreements with certain countries, particularly those of the
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This is a recurring question for many scientists. Researchers in New York have demonstrated that the flu virus is best transmitted in cold, dry weather. Unlike colds (which are transmitted by contact), the flu virus is airborne. If it’s too hot, it dies, and if it’s too humid, it falls like a drop of water.
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As of April 6, 2011, all French social security beneficiaries can now consult their medical records! Whether it’s your medical reports, prescriptions, X-rays or laboratory analyses, you’ll be able to access them online thanks to your Dossier Médical Partagé. How do you create your DMP? Are you insured and have a Carte Vitale? The procedure
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Interview with Richard Werly, editorial advisor to Le Gavroche and France and European affairs correspondent for the Swiss daily Le Temps. 1. Could you introduce yourself and tell us why you came to Thailand? Gavroche and Thailand are two old stories for me, closely linked to my professional career. Judge for yourself: Gavroche was created
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Dengue fever is a global public health concern, and recently an alarming upsurge has been observed in Brazil. In January 2024, over 11,200 cases were reported in Rio de Janeiro, almost half the total for the previous year, highlighting the severity and extent of the epidemic. This situation is exacerbated by climatic factors such as
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Young people want to go abroad In 2018, 7 out of 10 young French people (aged 18-24)* are planning to move abroad. The reasons for this decision were their desire for adventure (46% of responses) and their search for better career opportunities (40.4%). Compared to the results observed two years ago, 51% of 18 to
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To cope with therising medical expenses of foreigners in Thailand, the Thai government is introducing new health insurance rules for Thailand. Since April 1, 2019, insurance is compulsory for over-50s residing in Thailand. For tourists traveling to Thailand,travel insurance in Thailand is highly recommended but not normally compulsory. It became compulsory in the context of
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