Category Archive For "Insurance"
Your complete guide to pre-existing conditions
Nobody likes reading pages upon pages of a jargon-filled insurance policy. Yet doing so is one of the most important (if not the most important) aspects of securing health insurance. This is true for everyone looking to get insured, but especially for those who have a pre-existing condition. If you’re scratching your head in confusion, …
Critical illness insurance vs. medical insurance: Things you should know
Many people who are looking to buy insurance think that a single health insurance plan can match all of their medical needs and is the best way to avoid expensive healthcare costs. However, that is not the case. You might assume your medical insurance policy will cover treatment costs if you end up being diagnosed …
6 ways to celebrate International Women’s Day 2021 in Singapore
With March 8th just a few days away, people all over the world are thinking about what they can do to celebrate International Women’s Day this year. The annual occasion celebrates women and their achievements, as well as raises awareness about gender equality. In fact, gender bias is this year’s theme with the hashtag #EachforEqual. …
Connect@Changi: All you need to know about Singapore’s business meeting travel bubble
Business travelers hoping to visit Singapore can rejoice at the launch of Connect@Changi, as part of the Connect@Singapore initiative, which is the world’s first safe ‘Business Travel eXchange’. Given the city’s status as a regional business hub and its pandemic-hit travel industry, this is a welcome move and a crucial step in the easing of …
Newborn checklist: 9 essentials to buy for your baby
It only takes a few seconds of searching on the internet to realize that there is so much advice for expectant parents out there. Not to mention the tips that come from family and friends once they learn you have a baby on the way. Whether it’s what you should buy, how much to buy, …
Newborn insurance: What should you buy for your baby and why?
These days, many expectant parents plan to get insurance for their newborn. Conversely, the mention of newborn insurance can leave some wondering why babies even need insurance. There are several types of insurance plans that parents can buy for their newborns, along with a number of reasons why baby insurance is a good idea. In …
6 homeschooling tips and tricks for beginners
No one ever imagined remote learning to be possible for school-going kids and teenagers, but the COVID-19 pandemic forced scores of countries to adapt. While the goal across the board is to have students return to the classrooms as soon as it’s safe to do so, many parents are now effectively faced with a choice: …
Tackling Singapore mental health issues with telepsychiatry in 2021
It’s been over a year since the Ministry of Health (MOH) first reported the first case of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and a lot has certainly changed in Singapore, which includes working lifestyle, economy, healthcare, and the social fabric of the population. The significant disruption to millions in the city-state due to the COVID-19 pandemic …
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 …
3 top tips for New Year’s resolutions ideas during the COVID-19 pandemic
Welcoming the new year as an expat may feel very different this time around, given the torrid challenges of 2020 and the fact that we can’t get together to celebrate like we normally do. But like every year, we all need to spend essential time thinking of a few ‘achievable’ New Year’s resolutions. While it …