Category Archive For "Health"
Your Guide to Working and Job Hunting in Costa Rica as a Foreigner in 2024
The process of finding a job in Costa Rica might not be as straightforward as it seems, as the Costa Rican law prioritizes the local employment pool over foreign workers. However, if you can secure a permanent residency status, this will greatly improve your chances of securing a job in Costa Rica. Are you interested …
Your Guide to Working and Job Hunting in Brazil as a Foreigner 2024
In recent years, Brazil’s economic growth has been one of the fastest in South America, meaning more job opportunities, making it an attractive expat destination for career advancements. Are you looking to relocate to Brazil? Are you interested in advancing your career in Brazil’s thriving economy? In this comprehensive guide, we will cover everything you …
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What You Need to Know about Health and Fitness in Latin America
Self-improvement has been gaining in popularity in recent years. Gone are the days when health and fitness were only given thought in preparation for so-called summer bodies. As a result, more people are purchasing gym memberships and looking for ways to stay physically and mentally fit. In this Pacific Prime Latin America article, we dive …
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A Complete Guide to Dental Treatment in Mexico in 2024
As a popular destination for affordable healthcare, Mexico attracts millions of US tourists and medical tourists every year. In fact, many travelers make the trip just for Mexico’s dental tourism, a subsection of medical tourism that involves seeking dental care outside of one’s local healthcare system. There are hundreds of clinics that offer a wide …
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An Overview of Latin American Healthcare Systems
Latin America is made up of many different countries, each of which has its own unique healthcare system. Generally speaking, healthcare services tend to be much cheaper in Latin American countries than in many other parts of the world. Universal public healthcare is available in major countries such as Argentina, Columbia, and Chile, making it …
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All You Need to Know about Healthcare Services in Mexico
Mexico’s healthcare system is of generally high standards – you can expect a good level of care at a relatively affordable rate, similar to many Latin American countries. Although there is no discrimination between citizens and residents, the country’s healthcare system is based on a three-tier approach that provides different levels of care based on …
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What Foreigners Should Know About the Mexican Healthcare System (IMSS)
If you’re moving to Mexico for work, you can join the Instituto Mexicano de Seguro Social (IMSS). If you are currently employed, you should be automatically registered in the program because a small portion of your salary goes towards covering its costs. What if you’re living in Mexico but not working? Fret not, as you …
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AI Anxiety Is Real, and Here’s How You Can Deal With It
In the world of ChatGPT, it is natural for you to feel anxious about artificial intelligence (AI) taking over your job, and this anxiousness is referred to as AI anxiety. In the coming years, high-performing AI channels could soon replace many jobs, and in fact, jobs like editor, designer, writer and more could be replaced …
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How Much Does Cancer Treatment Cost in Mexico?
Cancer affects virtually all of us in some way. It doesn’t matter if you are young or old, rich or poor, man or woman, this leading cause of death takes no prisoners. A cancer diagnosis can impact your emotional health, as well as the emotional health of your loved ones. Along with feeling scared or …
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Is sitting for long periods bad for your health?
If you work in an office environment or your occupation requires you to sit down most of the time, you will be all too familiar with the feeling of discomfort that occurs. You may get sudden sensations of pins and needles down your legs, or your lower back starts to ache, and you gradually feel …
