#medical-tourism

[ follow ]
Retirement
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 hours ago

He burned out, moved to Thailand with his family, and found early retirement didn't suit him

Jona Dunning transitioned from a demanding finance career in Seattle to living abroad in Chiang Mai for a better family lifestyle.
#healthcare
fromEntrepreneur
14 hours ago
Healthcare

To Help Nurses Find Jobs, She Created a Surprising AI Solution. Now It's Worth $1.65 Billion and Is Used by Over a Million Nurses.

Incredible Health revolutionizes healthcare hiring by allowing employers to apply to nurses, aiding 1.5 million U.S. healthcare workers in finding permanent roles efficiently.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
Public health

Private equity is eying Asia's healthcare funding gap as countries get wealthier and older | Fortune

Southeast Asia faces a healthcare funding gap as non-communicable diseases rise, with governments investing less than 4% of GDP in healthcare.
Healthcare
fromEntrepreneur
14 hours ago

To Help Nurses Find Jobs, She Created a Surprising AI Solution. Now It's Worth $1.65 Billion and Is Used by Over a Million Nurses.

Incredible Health revolutionizes healthcare hiring by allowing employers to apply to nurses, aiding 1.5 million U.S. healthcare workers in finding permanent roles efficiently.
Public health
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Private equity is eying Asia's healthcare funding gap as countries get wealthier and older | Fortune

Southeast Asia faces a healthcare funding gap as non-communicable diseases rise, with governments investing less than 4% of GDP in healthcare.
#wearable-technology
fromwww.npr.org
22 hours ago
US news

Got wearable data? Your doctor can help you connect the dots

Wearable technology helps individuals track health metrics, providing insights that can enhance conversations with healthcare providers.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago
Wearables

Should You Use Health Trackers on Vacation?

Wearable health tech can increase anxiety, suggesting a digital detox may be beneficial during vacations.
Travel
fromwww.wanderwithjo.com
2 days ago

The Expat Loophole: How Residency Cards Unlock VIP Travel Privileges

Residency cards provide expats with significant travel advantages, including faster processing at airports and easier access to services.
Cancer
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Meet the Wexford radiologist who has helped build hospitals across the world to improve access to cancer treatment

Anita Bourke is recognized for her contributions to radiology and volunteering as Western Australia's first dual trained nuclear physician and senior breast radiologist.
Mindfulness
fromYoga Journal
3 days ago

6 Yoga Retreats That Center Wildlife and Conservation

Nature-based yoga retreats enhance mindfulness and presence through ethical wildlife experiences, fostering awe and connection in stunning ecosystems.
#wellness
Wellness
fromwww.7x7.com
4 days ago

Not Your Average Spa Day: 7 of California's Most Unique Wellness Resorts

Unique wellness destinations in California offer diverse and memorable spa experiences, focusing on holistic treatments and self-care rituals.
SOMA, SF
fromElite Traveler
6 days ago

The 9 Best Spas in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is transforming into a wellness destination with luxurious spas offering restorative treatments and experiences.
Wellness
fromwww.7x7.com
4 days ago

Not Your Average Spa Day: 7 of California's Most Unique Wellness Resorts

Unique wellness destinations in California offer diverse and memorable spa experiences, focusing on holistic treatments and self-care rituals.
SOMA, SF
fromElite Traveler
6 days ago

The 9 Best Spas in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is transforming into a wellness destination with luxurious spas offering restorative treatments and experiences.
Berlin
fromCN Traveller
5 days ago

The 19 most spectacular hotel pools in Europe to add to your bucket list

Hotel swimming pools offer luxurious experiences that can surpass traditional travel adventures.
Healthcare
fromMedscape
1 day ago

Medscape Most Popular Specialties for Doctors Report 2026

American physicians face challenges with insurance coverage and efficiency mandates, impacting specialty appeal and optimism about the future.
Travel
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago

People Are Sharing Habits They Adopted When Traveling That Made Their Experience Much Better

Effective packing strategies can enhance travel experiences and reduce stress.
Wellness
fromCN Traveller
6 days ago

I'm a beauty editor of 15 years - these are the Indian beauty products and Ayurverdic staples I buy every time I visit India

Indian beauty practices emphasize holistic health, heritage, and rituals, integrating Ayurveda into daily routines and influencing global beauty trends.
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Healing Under Fire: A Medical Mission to Gaza (Pleasanton)

The event centers the voices of people on the ground, highlighting the realities of health, education, and daily survival in Gaza amidst ongoing genocide.
Healthcare
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
4 days ago

How Chronic Illness Changed the Way I Travel

Living with chronic illness requires careful management, especially while traveling, but life can still be joyful and full of possibilities.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

7 Countries Where You Can Travel Comfortably for Less Than $30 a Day

Traveling to certain countries can be cheaper than staying home, with costs under $30 a day for lodging, food, and activities.
Pets
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

The Dog Owners Taking Their Injured Corgis and Doodles to Tijuana

Veterinary costs in the U.S. are rising significantly, prompting some pet owners to seek affordable care in Mexico.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Love or hate the wellness craze? Here's why.

Wellness culture influences behavior changes but can also provoke defensiveness and resistance due to perceived inadequacies.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

These Are the 10 Best Countries for Expat Quality of Life-and No. 1 is a 4-time Consecutive Winner

Spain ranks highest for expat quality of life, excelling in healthcare, leisure, and climate satisfaction.
NYC startup
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 weeks ago

I traveled from the US to South Korea to get a facelift at 34. It boosted my confidence.

Mathilde Turco opted for a mini-facelift in Seoul to address facial sagging and enhance her appearance as a content creator and sales professional.
Travel
fromEntrepreneur
6 days ago

She Started Using a Wheelchair and Saw a Serious 'Chasm.' Her Business Solution Led to $75M in Under a Year.

Morales's experience with luxury travel revealed significant accessibility gaps, prompting her to lead an initiative for accessible travel at Fora.
Travel
fromwww.cntraveler.com
5 years ago

19 Under-the-Radar Spring Travel Deals Worth Booking Now

Travelers can save up to 20% on Omni Hotels and Resorts when booking flight and hotel bundles through May 31, 2026.
#wellness-travel
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

This Is the Best Place in the World to Swim in the Ocean-and It Has Warm, 'Gin-clear' Water Year-round

Travelers are increasingly choosing swim vacations that prioritize restorative experiences in the sea, reflecting a shift in wellness travel.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

The 5 Big Travel Trends We're Seeing for 2026, According to Our Top Travel Specialists

Travel trends in 2026 emphasize cognitive wellness experiences, sports tourism growth, and targeted mental performance training alongside traditional relaxation activities.
Remote teams
fromYahoo Travel
1 month ago

7 Affordable Countries Where Digital Nomads Can Live Well In 2026

Remote work enables professionals to live abroad while maintaining employment, with governments offering incentives to attract relocating workers, though this creates housing affordability tensions in destination communities.
Health
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

People are spending hundreds of dollars at IV drip bars in Boston. Are they worth the hype?

IV vitamin infusion clinics are expanding across Massachusetts, charging hundreds of dollars for vitamins and supplements available cheaply in pill form, despite unproven health benefits and concerns about drawing nurses from understaffed medical facilities.
Berlin
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

9 Hotels Around the World Where Natural Hot Springs Are the Main Amenity

Natural hot spring hotels offer therapeutic benefits and luxurious relaxation experiences.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Doctor Mike's Internet Medicine

If it continues to spread past the demarcation that we usually draw using a skin marker-we say Sharpie, but it's a skin marker-we say that this is spreading. Diagnosis: possible sepsis. Varshavski was not talking to the patient or to nursing staff. He was not even in a hospital. He was speaking into a camera in a two-bedroom apartment on the fifty-sixth floor of a building in Hell's Kitchen, in a makeshift studio where he records videos and his popular podcast.
Medicine
#travel
Berlin
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

7 International Cities Where a Week Costs Less Than a Weekend in NYC

Travelers can find international cities with hotel rates between $80 to $110, allowing for longer stays compared to New York City's high prices.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

We Asked 6 Travel Pros the No. 1 Most Relaxing Destination in the World-and They All Picked the Same Place

45% of global travelers seek relaxation and well-being in vacations, with Costa Rica being the top recommended destination for this experience.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

These Are the Most Affordable International Trips Right Now, According to New Data

A strong U.S. dollar allows travelers to enjoy affordable destinations like Poland, Romania, and El Salvador, maximizing their travel budgets.
Medicine
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm an American who got a full medical checkup in Japan. In 4 hours, I learned more about my health than I would in years at home.

Japan's preventive medicine system uses comprehensive health screenings called 'ningen dock' to catch health issues early before they become serious problems.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 weeks ago

The Importance of Travel Specialists During Times of Disruption

Travel specialists are crucial during crises, providing expertise and quick solutions for clients facing unexpected travel disruptions.
Wellness
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

In Palm Springs, Wellness Is For Everyone

Palm Springs offers exceptional accessibility and inclusivity for disabled visitors, combining ancient thermal healing waters with a community culture that welcomes marginalized populations.
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

Med spas unmasked: Do you really know what's in that needle or IV drip?

Federal regulators have issued warnings that unapproved exosomes could leave customers with severe skin infections. As procedures like exosome therapy become more popular, they draw attention to the potential threat to consumer health posed in some Florida med spas. In their rush to obtain the newest, buzziest treatments, customers may be injected with unapproved, mislabeled or even outright toxic substances.
Miami food
Real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Digested week: Spa days for nerds and other coping mechanisms

Friends pool money to buy a huge manor for communal, self-sufficient living; Pancake Day triggers an annual mothering ritual of savory and sweet pancakes.
Yoga
fromClassic Yoga
7 months ago

The New Rule For Health Insurance Coverage - Classic Yoga

All individual health insurance policies must cover hospitalisations of two hours or more, replacing the prior typical 24-hour minimum for claim eligibility.
Fashion & style
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

The Coolest Hotel Merch Collaborations of the Moment

Hotels are creating limited-edition, fashion-like merchandise ('resortcore') that builds retail identities and signals guest taste and access.
#digital-nomad-destinations
fromAol
1 month ago
Remote teams

Why Digital Nomads Are Concentrating in These 6 Low-Cost Countries

fromAol
1 month ago
Remote teams

Why Digital Nomads Are Concentrating in These 6 Low-Cost Countries

Public health
fromFortune
2 months ago

Confronting Asia's growing rate of chronic conditions means tackling cultural issues as much as medical ones | Fortune

Cultural and social pressures, amplified by media and social media, drive harmful health behaviors that worsen lifestyle diseases and delay medical care across Asia.
fromClassic Yoga
7 months ago

The New Rule For Health Insurance Coverage - Classic Yoga

Health insurance plays a vital role in safeguarding Indians from mounting healthcare costs. With medical inflation rising and hospital bills becoming unaffordable, having robust individual health insurance is no longer an option but a necessity. Recognising this, the Indian insurance regulator made a crucial change in April 2024. Now, health insurance and individual health insurance plans must cover hospitalisation cases where the patient is admitted for as little as two hours.
Yoga
Medicine
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

An American family spent $1,330 on a full day of luxury medical care in Turkey. Now they want to leave the US for good.

High US healthcare costs drive Americans to seek medical care abroad for affordability, convenience, and perceived quality, prompting some families to consider permanent relocation.
fromFortune
2 months ago

Patient private capital is needed to help Asia plug its healthcare gaps | Fortune

Asia's healthcare challenges include aging populations, rising disease, and strained infrastructure, but the crisis is better understood at the kitchen table, where families decide what conditions to treat, and what to ignore, according to their savings. While the APAC region makes up 60% of the world's population, the region accounts for a mere 22% of global healthcare spending. According to the World Health Organization, most developing Asian countries spend just 2-3% of GDP on health, and in many cases public
Public health
Medicine
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

Is Health the Ultimate Status Symbol? Inside the Rise of Full Health MOTs

Comprehensive full-body MOT health checks enable early detection of subtle dysfunctions, allowing personalized preventative plans to reduce long-term disease risk and optimize longevity.
#affordable-living-destinations
Travel
fromYahoo Travel
1 month ago

Maximize Your Money in 10 Budget-Friendly Asian Countries Perfect for Retirees and Travelers

Asian countries offer affordable living costs ranging from $270-$600 monthly while providing stunning landscapes, rich culture, excellent healthcare, and visa programs designed for retirees and remote workers.
Travel
fromYahoo Travel
1 month ago

Maximize Your Money in 10 Budget-Friendly Asian Countries Perfect for Retirees and Travelers

Asian countries offer affordable living costs ranging from $270-$600 monthly while providing stunning landscapes, rich culture, excellent healthcare, and visa programs designed for retirees and remote workers.
Travel
fromYahoo Travel
1 month ago

Maximize Your Money in 10 Budget-Friendly Asian Countries Perfect for Retirees and Travelers

Asian countries offer affordable living costs ranging from $270-$600 monthly while providing stunning landscapes, rich culture, excellent healthcare, and visa programs designed for retirees and remote workers.
Travel
fromYahoo Travel
1 month ago

Maximize Your Money in 10 Budget-Friendly Asian Countries Perfect for Retirees and Travelers

Asian countries offer affordable living costs ranging from $270-$600 monthly while providing stunning landscapes, rich culture, excellent healthcare, and visa programs designed for retirees and remote workers.
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 years ago

The Best Spas in the World

Well-being has never been more at the forefront of our minds than now, and there have never been more excuses to practice wellness on a daily basis. From sound baths in the Maldives to recovery lounges in Napa Valley, 2026 is set to see boundary-pushing wellness trends in the travel world.
Wellness
Public health
fromMedium
2 months ago

The preventive healthcare product cycle: how ancient practices become "innovations" every 20 years

Ancient preventive practices resurface as billion-dollar health trends when crisis, enabling technology, legitimation, and storytelling translate them into measurable, automated, culturally acceptable products.
Healthcare
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The Benefits of Choosing Virtual Medical Services

Virtual healthcare offers convenient, time-saving, secure remote medical consultations that reduce infectious exposure, increase access, and fit busy schedules.
Wellness
fromCN Traveller
4 years ago

Revealed: the country home to the world's best wellness retreats

India's top spas for 2026 span contemporary yoga retreats to traditional ashrams, showcasing serenity, healing and mindful traditions.
#healthcare-costs
fromCN Traveller
4 years ago

Top spas in Thailand 2026: where to go for luxury and relaxation

Thailand is Asia's big-hitting wellness destination, with a clutch of grande dames and newcomers on the well-established spa scene keeping the country at the top of many people's must-visit list.
Wellness
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Travel Reports Reveal Where Americans Are Going for Spring Break-and How They're Saving

Hilo, Hawaii leads spring break destinations with 60% increased searches and 26% lower airfare, while Florida beach towns attract home rental seekers seeking space and nature experiences.
Wellness
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

The New Spa Ritual Isn't a Massage - It's What You Drink

Spa beverages in 2026 focus on ayurvedic, adaptogenic, non-alcoholic drinks designed to support wellness, hydration, and mood balance.
Wellness
fromCN Traveller
2 months ago

These are the most exciting spa openings to know about right now

Global wellness tourism expands with new thermal, ritual and longevity-focused resorts across Iceland, Europe, Middle East, Maldives, Mexico, and the US, blending tradition and technology.
Wellness
fromCN Traveller
2 months ago

8 wellness 'ins' for 2026, according to the experts at Conde Nast Traveller's Wellness & Spa Awards

Condé Nast Traveller hosted a London awards ceremony honoring top global wellness and spa destinations, celebrating curated excellence across longevity, Mayr centres and restorative retreats.
Wellness
fromCN Traveller
4 years ago

Europe's top wellness escapes: These are the spas to visit for your 2026 wellness fix

Europe's top spas combine cutting-edge technologies, world-class therapists, groundbreaking treatments, and tailored programs to reboot physical and emotional well-being in natural settings.
Wellness
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

Why Home Spas Are Booming - and How to Design One That Works

Luxury homeowners are building full-floor, resort-style wellness centers that prioritize customized, social spa environments and extensive amenities over retrofitted solutions.
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 months ago

The Best Hotels for a Post-Divorce Trip, From Bavarian Spa Resorts to South African Safari Lodges

A great deal of travel advertising targets the newlywed couple, the blithesome pair in search of that perfect honeymoon hotel, where a stay will ensure a happy marriage to come. But what if you just got out of one? Where is 2001 Nicole Kidman going, after signing the divorce papers from Tom Cruise? ( This meme has since been debunked by Kidman herself, but that's besides the point.)
Travel
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

16 Cheapest Countries to Travel To in 2026

Despite dollar weakness in 2026, certain countries offer improved purchasing power due to faster local currency depreciation and low cost bases, making them exceptional travel values.
Travel
fromGamintraveler
1 month ago

No Visa? No Problem: 20 Countries Americans Can Live In For A Year Without A Visa

Many countries now offer visa-free, extended tourist, or digital nomad visas allowing Americans to legally stay up to a year with minimal paperwork.
[ Load more ]