Health Alert

Dr Peter Salama, Executive Director of the World Health Organization (WHO) Health Emergencies Programme which coordinates outbreak responses, remarked that we have “learnt never, ever to underestimate the Ebola virus disease and we will be remaining vigilant.”

Malaria prevention has always been a consideration for expats and travellers alike, but there have been reports of a treatment-resistant strain of the disease gradually sweeping through Southeast Asia.

How much of a problem is depression in Asia’s metropolises and how can it be identified and prevented?

If you’re in a region at risk from rabies, here’s what you need to know about rabies and precautions to take.

Rising numbers of sufferers in the UAE are highlighting the risks for all.

As concern grows over high levels of air pollution globally, is the impact on health from air pollution in Southeast Asia worse than ever?

Superbugs may be on the rise, but by taking the right steps you and your family can avoid the risks.

For new parent expats that reside outside of countries with free healthcare systems, the cost of pregnancy and giving birth abroad can be startlingly high. Welcoming a newborn into the family is an incredibly exciting time. However, for new parents that reside outside of countries with free healthcare systems, such as the NHS in the … Continued