Traditional Chinese medicine

Traditional Chinese medicine, unlike western medicine does not seek to cure diseases, but to take care of the overall wellbeing. It was used for millennials in China and is more and more common in the world. It is mainly based on 2 main elements : The Qi and the Yin and the Yang. The Qi […]

Telemedicine for expatriates

In some countries, the delays in obtaining an appointment with a general practitioner are sometimes long and cultural differences can also be a barrier. Access to healthcare for expatriates is even more difficult due to insufficient medical facilities or high costs. But telemedicine for expatriates can prove to be a means of facilitating access to […]

Shanghai health system

You are planning to move to Shanghai or have lived there for a long time. It is important to know the local health system. The cares provided in Shanghai depends a lot on where you choose to seek treatment. Private hospitals are at the cutting edge of technology and have highly qualified doctors, public hospitals […]

International health insurance: 6 tips to help you

Choosing international or local health insurance is an important step in expatriation. This insurance is often essential and there are many points to check before choosing the right on. In this article you can find 6 points to help you choose international health insurance. 1. Better quality care Living abroad can hold many surprises, good […]

What is acupuncture: Shanghai and Hong Kong

According to UNESCO, “Traditional Acupuncture forms a therapeutic art which develops its diagnostic and therapeutic reasoning on a Taoist energetic vision of Man and the Universe.” In other words, acupuncture is based on the concept of energy flow. According to Chinese doctors, the good circulation of Qi ensures health and balance. At the heart of […]