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Understanding Rabies: Types, Causes, and Prevention
Rabies is an illness caused by RABV virus infections and commonly contracted through infected animals’ saliva through bites. General symptoms of rabies include burning or itching sensation on the bite wound, fever, malaise and fatigue, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, couching, and sore throat. Are you an expat in Thailand looking to stay insured and safeguard …
Mental Health Supports for Expats in Thailand: Online Services & Hotline
Taking care of your mental health as an expat in a new country can be challenging. Whether you’re living in Thailand or often traveling for work, language barriers, cultural differences, and being away from your loved ones can leave you feeling stressed and overwhelmed. Are you an expat in Thailand looking to ensure maximum mental …
Top 12 Wellness Retreats For Mental Health in Thailand
Feeling overwhelmed and stressed out? Maybe it’s high time you take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. If so, a wellness retreat might be just what you need. Thailand is the perfect destination for a mental health retreat, with its gorgeous beaches, lush jungles, and peaceful temples. In this Pacific Prime …
5 Thought Exercises That Can Elevate Your Mental Health
Many of us are susceptible to negative thoughts, and uncontrolled negative thoughts can significantly impact mental health in the long term. Negative thinking can affect your day-to-day life, however, thought exercises are a simple and free way to tackle negative thinking. Thought exercises can help ease stress and can help improve the quality of our …
Where to Find Mental Health Support in Thailand as an Expat
Although Thailand is still falling behind when it comes to the number of mental health professionals, major cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai still have a number of mental health support expats can seek help from, including the Samaritan’s suicide hotline, Bangkok Mental Health Hospital, and more. Taking care of your mental health as an …
Your Guide to Giving Birth in Thailand as a Foreigner
Expecting a child abroad can be both exciting and daunting as finding a suitable hospital for delivery can put a damper on the excitement of preparing for parenthood and welcoming your child. Fortunately, you will be happy to know that Thailand has some of the best hospitals for giving birth. Are you an expat expecting …
Navigating Postpartum Care in Thailand: Services, Costs, and Support
The postpartum period, often called the “fourth trimester,” is critical for new mothers to recover and adapt to their new role. In Thailand, families have access to a range of postpartum care services from traditional practices to modern medical options for both the mother and the baby. With that in mind, this Pacific Prime Thailand …
The Cost of Maternity Care in Thailand’s Private Hospitals
The cost of maternity care in Thailand varies from one hospital to another, starting from THB ฿99,000 (~USD $2,815) in private hospitals. From your choice of hospital to the type of delivery and complications during childbirth, there are many factors affecting the cost of giving birth in Thailand. While public hospitals in Thailand can offer …
Private vs Government Hospitals in Thailand
Thailand is known for its high standard of healthcare. The Land of Smiles has world-class hospitals equipped with cutting-edge technology and doctors who have received international training. With many options available, finding a suitable Thai hospital can be challenging for foreigners and expats. It’s important to know the pros and cons – private vs government …
The Cost of Medical Treatments in Thailand
With lower cost of medical treatment than in some cities worldwide, Thailand has become one of the most popular medical tourism destinations in Asia, offering dental care, various types of body checks and scans, heart surgery, joint replacements, and many more. In this Pacific Prime Thailand’s article, we will provide estimated prices (in USD) for …
