Category Archive For "Expat Insurance"
Online mental health support for expats in China
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), over 54 million people in China suffer from depression, and about 41 million suffer from anxiety disorders. When it comes to addressing the staggering mental health issues, China has made significant gains in the last two decades in helping people overcome the prominent barriers that prevent them from …
Your complete guide to teaching in China
From the skylines of Shanghai to the Forbidden City in Beijing and the treasures of Xi’an, China offers a unique blend of ancient and modern influences. And, given that it’s the world’s biggest English as a Second Language (ESL) hotspot, it’s no wonder the country is incredibly popular with foreign teachers. It gives them the …
An expat’s guide to dealing with culture shock in China
Moving to a new country can be incredibly exciting. With a wealth of history and tradition behind the country, China is a wonderful place to call your new home. However, with so many cultural differences between China and the West, taking your new life by hand is a whole different story altogether. Of course, the …
Your guide to celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival in China
If you live in China (or within any other East Asian community), it’s hard to miss the mooncakes and lanterns that are popping up everywhere around this time. It’s signalling the advent of the Mid-Autumn Festival, an auspicious day for people, falling on October 1st this year. As the second most important festival after the …
Private medical insurance in China: How to beat the public hospital queues
China’s total healthcare sector is expected to surpass USD $2.3 trillion by 2030, making it one of the fastest-growing health markets in the world. According to Statista, the Chinese government spent over 6.5% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) on healthcare in 2018, but that figure is projected to increase rapidly as the population continues …