Category Archive For "Health"
Things to consider before renewing your health insurance
As with other types of insurance, health insurance policies renew on a yearly basis, which means that your coverage will be extended for another year. This is a great opportunity for you to review and assess whether your current plan still fits your needs and budget – right before you commit yourself to another year’s …
The Ultimate Guide to Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP) in Singapore
If you are an expat employee based in Singapore and would like to bring your family or dependents to the country, the long term visit pass (LTVP) is your best bet. But there are certain criteria that need to be met on the part of both the applicant and the dependents. In this Pacific Prime …
The cost of comprehensive health screenings in Singapore in 2020
We all know that prevention is better than cure, but how often we walk the talk and go for a health screening regularly is a completely different story. Whether it’s owing to the cost, the fear of blood and needles, or inability to face undesirable outcomes, the fact is that not a lot of Singaporeans …
5 productivity life hacks in a coworking space
You’d think it’d be easy to focus on your work among like-minded, hard-working professionals, but think again. Coworking space has taken the world by storm for the past decade. With rent at an all-time high in cities like Singapore, this is the solution for many aspiring entrepreneurs, creatives, start-ups, and freelancers. Right now, these are …
Six tips for moving abroad during the COVID-19 pandemic
If you’ve ever moved then you know just how stressful it can be. In fact, moving is considered one of the most stressful life events, along with divorce and the death of a loved one. Now with the pandemic, the stress of moving is amplified by fear and uncertainty of the novel coronavirus. Those who …
Top Three Men’s Health Tips for Father’s Day
Does your father also skip the medical check-ups and only go to the clinic if he becomes sick or injures himself? Not to mention that a majority of men, in general, will postpone seeking healthcare for a few days to see whether they feel any better. Even if they’re already past 60 years old, they …
How does Singapore’s healthcare system work?
Singapore’s healthcare system frequently ranks among the best in the world, and it’s admired by many other nations around the world due to its remarkable outcomes. Basic care at government hospitals is heavily subsidized, and sometimes even free for Singaporean citizens, with more deluxe care in private rooms charging extra. Singapore’s employees inject around 37 …
Telemedicine in Singapore: apps and services
These days, it’s common for people to use their mobile phones when they want to stay connected and informed. With more services being made available on electronic devices, it’s no surprise that remote consultations with medical professionals are now possible. Whether you’re looking for a general practitioner (GP) or a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) herbalist, …
Fun things to do with kids at home during circuit breaker
With Singapore extending its COVID-19 circuit breakers measures until June 1, families with kids at home might be slowly running out of creative ideas to occupy their kid’s free time. Limited access to the outdoors reduces playdate ideas and options, but here at Pacific Prime Singapore, we have prepared a list of fun things to …
How to boost your mental health during the extended lockdown
On April 21, Singapore extended its lockdown measures to combat coronavirus (COVID-19) until June 1, as the number of cases exceeded 9,000. With the government’s advice for citizens, expats, and travelers to stay at home for another month, many of you may be bored, frustrated, or lonely. You may also be mentally stressed, concerned about …