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Marking International Universal Health Coverage Day 2020
As we’re approaching 12th December, you may come across plenty of images with health-related hashtags on social media, as well as other similar themed campaigns and activities locally. If you’re not already familiar with International Universal Health Coverage Day, this Pacific Prime article will explain what the day is all about and the ways you …
7 tips for a happy and healthy Thanksgiving
Every year on Thanksgiving, family and friends gather to express gratitude and, well, eat a whole lot of food. As the occasion takes place just once a year, people often go above and beyond when it comes to arranging the feast – with many making preparations months in advance. This year, Thanksgiving occurs amidst an …
World Diabetes Day 2020: 5 ways to raise awareness
World Diabetes Day is a global event where diabetes-related activities occur simultaneously all over the world. Whether or not you have diabetes, or know anyone who does, it’s important to understand this disease that’s increasing in prevalence. In this Pacific Prime article, you’ll get a rundown of the annual event and chronic disease, as well …
Big data: Promoting trust between health insurers and clients
Big data has been around since 2005 when it was first coined and publicly announced by Roger Mougalas from O’Reilly Media. Its impact today is far-reaching with several industries ranging from manufacturing and retail to healthcare embracing the phenomenon of invaluable raw data. As for the global health insurance industry, big data has become a …
World Mental Health Day: 3 essential ways to boost your mental health
This year’s World Mental Health Day comes at a time when people’s lives have changed considerably as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. No matter who you are or where you are from, the consequences of the ongoing pandemic is huge, especially with regards to people’s mental health. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), …
COVID-19’s impact on global healthcare spending
The global economic downturn this year is fuelled by a health crisis, yet global healthcare spending is forecasted to decrease. How much will global healthcare spending decrease by? Why is this predicted to be the case? Will there be regional differences? What impact will it have on healthcare sector employment? And what about the health …
World Heart Day: What is cardiovascular disease (CVD) and how to prevent CVD?
Today is a rather special day as we celebrate World Heart Day and create awareness about cardiovascular diseases (CVD). All around the world, the day is marked by numerous events, sports programs, activities, and much more to promote the importance of healthy living and combating CVD. According to the World Health Federation, cardiovascular disease is …
How to choose a health insurance plan
If you’re looking to secure health insurance, you’ll soon realize that your options are indeed endless. With the sheer number of insurers and plans out there, how do you wade through all of them, and choose the right option for you? In our experience as a global health insurance broker, we’ve noticed that individuals often …
Pacific Prime’s video tells you the most common health insurance exclusions
Looking to secure a health insurance plan? If so, chances are you’ll come across “exclusions” in your policy. Essentially, these are what the plan won’t cover you for. Before you dive right in to assess your policy (or indeed, use a broker like us to help you do so), it’s worth familiarizing yourself with the …
The infectious diseases to be mindful of when global travel resumes
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted global travel on an unimaginable scale – top airlines have grounded their planes, once busy airports have become ghost towns, and the most visitor-friendly countries have kept their borders firmly shut. It has left many of us longing to return to the skies again, as well as shifted our attention …
