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28/12/2016

It's the time of the year kids do foolish things... And parents make the 'serious decisions' to protect them for the 'if of life' ... Doing this since 1994!

22/11/2016

Français à l’Etranger : 3 choses à savoir.

1- OFFRE SPÉCIALE ET LIMITÉE: La Caisse des Français à l’Etranger CFE a décidé de suspendre la rétroactivité des 2 ans d’arriérés de cotisation pour toute adhésion entre le 1er décembre 2016 et le 28 février 2017 inclus.
● Couverture des maladies existantes ● Pas de limite d’âge ● cotisations sur base des revenus
2- La Complémentaire/Mutuelle: paie les frais d’évacuation et la différence avec les plafonds CFE/Sécurité sociale ou que vous soyez traite.
● avance des frais réels ● évacuation comprise ● remboursement rapide à guichet unique
3- La Commission d’Indemnisation des Victimes d’Infractions, la CIVI indemnise intégralement tous les Français qui ont subi un préjudice à l’étranger. L’indemnisation est versée par le Fonds de Garantie des Victimes des Actes de Terrorisme et Autres Infractions (FGTI)
● tous les français –expatrie ou touriste- ● toute infraction ou agression ● dans un délai de 3 ans
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22/07/2016

Our guide to the Zika virus
Friday, July 15th, 2016
What is Zika virus?

Zika is a mosquito-borne infection. It was first isolated from a monkey in the Zika forest in Uganda in 1947. It belongs to a family of viruses called flaviviruses.

Which countries are affected?

In May 2015, the first locally-acquired confirmed case of Zika infection was reported in north east Brazil and as of 25th January 2016, most states across Brazil have reported locally-acquired cases. Between November 2015 and January 2016, local transmission of the virus was detected in many new countries and territories.

The European Centre for Diseases Control provides an updated list of affected countries: http://ecdc.europa.eu/en/ healthtopics/zika_virus_infection/zika-outbreak/Pages/Zika-countries-with-transmission.aspx

Further cases of Zika are expected to be reported in other countries, particularly in the Americas, where the mosquito vector is present.

How serious is it?

For the vast majority of people, Zika virus infection causes a very mild disease. Serious complications and deaths from Zika are not common. However, recent increases in congenital anomalies (particularly Microcephaly), Guillain-Barré syndrome, and other neurological and autoimmune syndromes are being reported in areas where active Zika transmission is ongoing. The association of these illnesses with Zika virus is not yet proven and investigations in affected countries are ongoing.

How real of a problem is Zika?

We recognise the risks that Zika poses, in particular in relation to unborn children. There may be no symptoms, or these may be mild so a person would not know that they have the virus and may then either fall pregnant themselves or may pass this on to their partner who may then fall pregnant. Where a baby is born with Microcephaly this is a serious situation, it can result in numerous development problems that are likely to have an impact on the child and the family for life.

What should I do if I’ve recently been to an affected country and suspect I have the virus?

The symptoms of Zika virus are similar to other mosquito-borne infections such as dengue, chikungunya and malaria, so laboratory testing is essential for the correct diagnosis. If you have recently returned from an area where Zika virus is currently reported and have a fever or flu-like illness, seek medical attention without delay to exclude Zika and other, more serious, mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria. Please mention your travel history.

Courtesy William Russell insurance.

19/06/2016

Fake everything in Vietnam... 6 completely irrelevant tips. Imagine just landed in Vietnam 2 days ago, parking you bike or stopping 50 meters away from policeman, wait for him to come, questionning his ID, not giving anything, then shouting out for help to locals and demanding to see a 'real policeman'... Good luck to you! Better let the real policeman find the fake ones?!

http://e.vnexpress.net/news/life/how-to-detect-fake-cops-in-vietnam-tips-to-help-you-avoid-being-robbed-3420367.html

16/04/2016

Unfortunately, after being afraid of thieves, you need to beware of 'all rights, all mighty' police men. Hopefully for the guy the policeman was by himself, in daylight day time in a crowded street with the kid's father nearby. Can't imagine the situation with more policeman, night time, with nobody around the 'sales guy'?... as it happened to an expat friend 3 years ago.

http://www.thanhniennews.com/society/video-shows-cop-knocking-down-street-vendor-in-ho-chi-minh-city-61228.html

The vendor hit his head on the road and is under treatment for hematoma

02/03/2015

Here are some good tips if you're thinking about retiring in the land of smiles.

Retiring in Thailand has become a popular option for foreigners. There are some options for expatriates to consider when retiring in Thailand.

11/12/2014

The police harassment of foreigners continues in Bangkok.

Over recent weeks there has been a sharp increase in reports of police harassment, intimidation and flat-out extortion in the Sukhumvit area, usually between Thong Lor and Asoke. While stories of the Bangkok police engaging in less than exemplary behavior are not new, and no official statistics for…

03/11/2014

China, India, Japan and Vietnam top countries with most food safety issues.

Hundreds of people in Japan got sick after eating frozen food tainted with malthion, a farm and garden pesticide.

29/10/2014

See where your country ranks in terms of healthcare.

The island offers the cheapest and best medical facilities of any country in the world, according to a new survey

24/10/2014

19% of expats in Asia surveyed make $200,000 or more per year. 65% have more disposable income after relocation.

HSBC's new rankings put Switzerland on top and point to the allure of Asia.

16/10/2014

If you're afraid you won't be able to see the Forbidden City because of the haze, check out smog insurance! (not through us)

For a buck or two a day, you can be entitled to financial compensation if smog messes up your vacation.