Category Archive For "Family Insurance"
Thalassemia in Singapore: Everything You Need to Know
Did you know that thalassemia is passed on from parent to child, and can affect both males and females? In Singapore, roughly 3% of the population are carriers of the thalassemia gene. The risk of your child being born with thalassemia is even higher if both you and your partner are carriers of the gene. …
How to Make School Life a Little Less Difficult for Kids
Most kids start school at the age of 3 and graduate at 18. Education is an important part of modern society, that’s why it is important that we take this matter seriously. As a parent, being more involved with your child’s school life can help your child have a more enjoyable time at school. Studies …
New Study to Help Take On Aging Population Challenges in Singapore
A new nationwide study has been set in motion to explore the health, social, and mental well-being of the nation’s senior citizens to provide valuable insights for new policies and programs designed for Singapore’s aging population. The study is the third wave of THE SIGNS Study. In this Pacific Prime Singapore article, learn more about …
Finding the Best Maternity Hospital in Singapore
Singapore is consistently ranked as having one of the most efficient healthcare systems on Earth. Combine this with government initiatives to increase the birth rate in the city and it is clear that moms-to-be will be in good hands should they be giving birth in the city. Since both the private and public systems are …
8 Reasons Why Art is Important for Kids
Do you see art as a time for kids to get messy and play? If so, you may be surprised to know that art can be good for children in many ways. Reading, math, and science are seen as the most important subjects for children’s development, but so is art. In the classroom, art gives …
Understanding Hospital Room Rates in Singapore
For patients seeking healthcare in Singapore, understanding hospital room rates is crucial. While Singapore’s healthcare system is world-class, it can also be expensive, especially for those unfamiliar with the system who may end up overpaying for services. Therefore, it is essential to understand the variables affecting hospital room rates, the pricing system employed by hospitals, …
The cost of giving birth in Singapore
Are you a Singaporean resident planning on giving birth to your first child in the city-state? Or are you an expat simply in need of an update on the cost of giving birth in Singapore? If the answer is yes to either, then carry on reading as this Pacific Prime Singapore article reveals the costs …
How to play with your child
Did you know that playtime is just as crucial for a child’s learning and development as time spent in the classroom? Parents should take an active role in their children’s playtime, encouraging them to be as creative as possible and building strong, nurturing relationships in the process. While this sounds like a straightforward process, there …
How to choose the best international school for your child in Singapore
Expat children in Singapore benefit from a multicultural upbringing, broadening their horizons and becoming citizens of the world. Yet moving around a lot as a child does have its downsides, particularly when it comes to their education, which is why international schools are a lifesaver. No matter where in the world you move to, these …
COVID-19 and children: Everything parents should know
“What should I do if my child has COVID-19?” is a commonly asked question that has crossed every parent’s mind during the pandemic. Especially now that children under the age of 12 are beginning to make up most of the COVID-19 cases admitted to the hospital. While the idea that the virus typically causes a …