Category Archive For "Family Insurance"
What is the Zika Virus?
The Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus, while most people who are infected do not develop symptoms, those who do show symptoms may develop rashes, fevers, muscle and joint pain, malaise, headaches, and conjunctivitis. The virus has an incubation period of 3-14 days. Are you worried about the Zika virus in Thailand? In this guide, …
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 …
Top 10 Dental Clinics in Bangkok: Contact Information and Cost
As an expat in Bangkok, maintaining oral health is important. Fortunately, the city offers affordable, high-quality dental care, with modern clinics and skilled professionals. Bangkok is also a top destination for dental tourism, providing advanced treatments with state-of-the-art technology. From routine care to advanced cosmetic procedures like dental implants, Bangkok offers a wide range of …
New Guidelines Announced for Safer School Trips in Thailand
Following the school bus fire that saw multiple casualties, supervisory bodies of private and public schools in Thailand have announced new guidelines to ensure better safety for school trips. These include vehicle inspection, parents’ presence, and limited trip distance for example. School trips are a great learning experience, but we also understand parents’ concern for …
Premarital Checkup: What It Is and Why It Matters
The venue, guest list, and outfits are some of the many decisions that couples must make when planning a wedding. But one important aspect that many people overlook is ensuring that they are clinically healthy. And a health checkup before marriage can do just that. Premarital checkups, or premarital health screenings, should be an essential …
An Expat’s Guide to Getting Married in Thailand
Getting married is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and getting married in Thailand as an expat would be an extraordinary moment. With its natural beauty and colorful cultures, even if you tie the knot in busy Bangkok, Thailand will give you an unforgettable experience. But getting married in a foreign country can also be confusing for an …
How Thailand resolves labor shortages in the tourism and service industry
With the world finally recovering from 3 years of ravages from COVID-19, and flights of tourists finally returning to the skies, these should be happy times in Thailand. However, the acute labor shortages in the tourism and service industry have worried even the Land of Smiles. In this Pacific Prime Thailand article, we’ll look at …
Great places for Christmas dinner in Bangkok in 2022
2022 is almost over now. As we look back on the year, we can breathe a collective sigh of relief – the pandemic is nearing its end (hopefully), and the conflict in Europe did not escalate into a clash between the major powers. Whatever each of us may have experienced on a personal level this …
