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Editor's Picks
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American medical travelers motivated by modest financial savings
A new survey report by WorldMed Assist, a company that facilitates medical tourism, found that Americans would be influenced to consider medical travel for a relatively low level of savings. Nearly 15% would be satisfied with a savings under $5,000 and over half would be satisfied with a savings of $10,000, according to a press announcement by WorldMed Assist. [Read More]
WHO study backs universal healthcare
A World Health Organization commission says that major inequalities in health and life expectancy highlight the need for all countries to offer universal healthcare. The three-year investigation says the "commercialization" of healthcare services threatens its sustainability. The commission recomends taxes and mandates to ensure universal coverage. [Read More]
Zimbabwe doctors' advice: Don't get sick
As far as catchy headlines go, this one from the AP is pretty good. Be glad you aren't seeking medical care in Zimbabwe. A recent report claims that a decade ago Zimbabwe had the best health system in sub-Saharan Africa. Now, 10,000 Zimbabwean nurses are employed in Britain alone, and 80% of Zimbabwean medical graduates working abroad. [Read More] |
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Global Health Headlines
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Israel Tourism Ministry looks to promote German medical tourism
Globes Online, September 2, 2008
Commentary: A boom for the Philippines in medical tourism
The Manila Times - September 2, 2008
Medtral New Zealand addresses surgical risks
Yahoo Finance, September 2, 2008
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Help the Uninsured (Without Going Broke)
| Sure, your organization offers sophisticated, compassionate care. But the patients of tomorrow will want much more than that. [Read More] |
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Audio Feature
Expanding Medical Travel: David Boucher talks about how Companion Global Healthcare is expanding its network of JCI-accredited hospitals and overcoming barriers to medical travel. [Listen Now] |
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