Category Archive For "Expat insurance"
Guide to Ambulances for Medical Emergencies in Hong Kong
Knowing what to do during a medical emergency can make a stressful situation easier to manage, particularly if you are unfamiliar with Hong Kong’s emergency services. The most important number to remember is 999, which connects you with the police, Fire Services Department, and ambulance services. Hong Kong’s Fire Services Department handled 811,178 ambulance calls …
The Challenges of Emergency Evacuation and Medical Repatriation
For expats who are working or living in remote locations where medical facilities are either lacking or not up to standard, it may be important to include emergency evacuation and medical repatriation cover in their health insurance. In this Pacific Prime Hong Kong article, we’ll discuss what emergency evacuation and medical repatriation are, the challenges, …
Online Pharmacies in Hong Kong: What You Need to Know
As online pharmacies become increasingly popular worldwide, expatriates in Hong Kong are also turning to these services for convenience and access to medications. While online pharmacies can save time and effort, they also come with risks, particularly for those unfamiliar with local regulations. As part of the Where to Buy Medicine in Hong Kong Guide, …
What Expats Should Know about the 2024 Policy Address
Chief Executive John Lee’s 2024 Policy Address outlined various actions Hong Kong’s residents could expect from its government in the year to come. For expats, certain reforms might catch your attention including talent admission, healthcare, housing, and elderly and childcare. In this Pacific Prime Hong Kong article, we will unpack Hong Kong’s vision for the …
The WHO Declares Mpox as a Global Health Emergency
Also known as Monkeypox (mpox), the mpox outbreak has claimed the lives of at least 450 people during an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. WHO later declared the mpox outbreak in parts of Africa as a global health emergency, raising alarm bells internationally. This Pacific Prime Hong Kong article will delve into the …
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