Category Archive For "Insurance"
Top 5 women’s health issues and how to prevent them
Though men and women share some common health risks, women are more at risk of certain illnesses and injuries, as well as specific types of female cancers, such as those of the reproductive system and maternal issues. Some of the most common women’s health issues are a result of the fast-paced modern lifestyle, or simply …
Singapore’s measures to combat Covid-19 outbreak
Singapore is among the high-risk countries from the Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak, because of its ties to China and international business hub status. With already 89 confirmed cases in the city as of 27 of February, among them local (community) spread cases. However, Singapore is a tough enemy of the virus. The city-state learned its lessons …
Travel advice for travelers during the COVID-19 outbreak
The current coronavirus outbreak, COVID-19, has infected over 45,000 people and is wreaking havoc across China and many other countries including Singapore. The outbreak now affects 28 countries and territories and could increase in the very near future. Official figures from the WHO confirm over 1,100 people have died as a result of contracting the …
Does my insurance cover Covid-19 coronavirus?
As more cases of the Covid-19 coronavirus come to light, concern amongst the general public continues to increase. This is especially true for those living in or traveling to areas like China and other countries in East Asia. In this Pacific Prime Singapore article, we’ll answer the one question we’re asked the most these days: …
Key changes to the Work Injury Compensation Act (WICA) in 2020
Did you know that the WICA 2019 has been amended and since January 1, 2020, there have been some newly applied changes? What are these changes that have come into effect and how will they impact employers and employees operating and working respectively in Singapore? For this article by Pacific Prime Singapore, we will provide …
Why is individual health insurance more affordable than group health insurance?
Group health insurance tends to cost more than individual health insurance. With this in mind, it makes sense that small businesses would use individual health insurance to structure their health benefits. After all, it makes the money spent on health benefits go a long way. In this Pacific Prime Singapore article, we discuss how these …
Will health insurance cover you overseas?
When you’re planning your next getaway, you’re probably not thinking about what will happen if you get injured or sick. However, up to 65 percent of travelers experience a health problem while traveling. Depending on where you’re traveling to, your local health insurance may not suffice. In this Pacific Prime Singapore article, we’ll answer one …
How to have a happy and healthy pregnancy in Singapore
Pregnancy is a blessing and it is important for you to remain happy, in control, and worry-free to give your child the best start in life. Here are some useful tips from Pacific Prime Singapore, to ensure you have a happy and healthy pregnancy. Dress (comfortably) to impress The physiological changes that come with pregnancy …
Hike in premiums for Indonesia’s public health insurance
Public healthcare services have been available to Indonesian residents and expats since the beginning of 2014. Indonesian residents have benefited greatly from a range of health services provided by public facilities, including maternity and disease prevention. However, a hike in premiums for Indonesia’s public health insurance threatens to make basic healthcare unaffordable and out-of-each. In …
5 most effective ways of attracting and retaining millennial employees
Were you aware that by the end of 2020, millennials (born between 1981-1996) will make up more than a third of the world’s workforce? As we turn to the 2020s, this new generation of ambitious individuals will quickly form the bulk of your employees. For employers, this means that new methods and strategies will need …