World of Wellbeing
Living or working abroad can bring so many rewards but it can also come with some complexities. And although falling ill is likely to be the last thing on your mind, it’s always worth taking some time to learn about your new country before you go or soon after your move. That way whatever happens; you and your family will know what to do.
Don’t know where to start? No problem, we’re here to help you. Take a look at our useful access to healthcare articles. We've created guides about healthcare systems around the world as well as information on the different costs of medical treatment, things to think about before you move and much more.
Global access to healthcare
Find out the conditions affecting men that can be monitored, managed, treated and even avoided by visiting a doctor and making some lifestyle changes.
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If you’re heading to Hong Kong to live, you’ll want to make sure you understand the health system – and that’s what this guide is all about.
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Whether you’re planning to live or work abroad or you’re just settling in to your new life, you’ll have plenty of things to think about. And probably the last thing on your mind is what to do, or how much it’ll cost, if you fall ill or have an accident in your new country.
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Join us as we look at how moving to another country could, indeed, make you happier.
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Apart from prescriptions, optical services and dental care, the NHS is free for all UK residents. If you’re not a UK resident however, accessing healthcare in the UK can be a bit more complicated –but don’t worry, this guide will explain how it all works.
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We’ve taken a look at the costs of some more commonly needed medical treatments to show you just how much these costs can vary around the world.
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If you’re thinking of heading to Canada to live or to work, it’s important to know how to get medical care if you need it.
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What exactly is a virtual doctor? And how does a virtual consultation work? Take a look at the future of visits to the doctor.
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The healthcare system in New Zealand relies on a mixture of public and private care. Read this guide to find out more about how it works.
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If you’re heading to Australia, read this guide to find out how the ‘Medicare’ scheme works, and how the government encourages taking out private medical insurance before the age of 30.
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Health checks are designed to assess the risk of potential medical conditions that we could develop, and spot any warning signs that we might not have noticed ourselves.
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Learn how to support men to better manage their mental health with this handy guide from AXA Global Healthcare.
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High blood pressure – or hypertension as doctors often refer to it – is a very common medical condition which can often go undiagnosed. Globally, it’s the leading known cause of premature death through stroke, heart disease and chronic kidney disease.
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Is it possible to settle abroad with travel insurance? Discover travel insurance's limitations and find out why you need proper International Private Medical Insurance.
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Adjusting to life abroad can be difficult at the best of times, but if you fall ill, it can be even harder– especially if you find yourself in a medical emergency.
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How has the world changed for international workers? Read about the shift in expat worker demographics and how businesses can adapt to attract and keep hold of world-class talent.
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Introducing AXA Next – the team who are working around the world to keep an eye on emerging health innovations, and helping them to come to life.
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Find out what you can do to avoid the risk of a misdiagnosis or something being missed by your doctor. We’ve worked with Dr Panuschka from Advance Medical, to write a helpful guide of the practical things you can do. .
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What are some of the most commonly misdiagnosed conditions globally and why can they be hard to spot? Find out in this misdiagnosis series, written in collaboration with Dr Panuschka from Advance Medical.
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What are some of the most commonly misdiagnosed conditions globally and why can they be hard to spot? Find out in this misdiagnosis series, written in collaboration with Dr Panuschka from Advance Medical.
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How well do we understand diabetes? We’ve looked at some of the most common myths and misconceptions that people have about diabetes.
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With an estimated 422 million people around the world currently living with diabetes, we wanted to find out more about how to handle travel if you’re diabetic.
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Regular health checks with your doctor or healthcare professional will help you to keep happy and healthy. It’s important that we keep on top of how we are; both physically and mentally, so that if there are any problems, they can be looked at sooner rather than later.
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The rising costs of healthcare around the world are causing quite the buzz in the world of international health insurance, so we’ve taken a closer look at why the cost of healthcare continues to increase.
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