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31/10/2022

Top 5 destinations for Halloween around the world 🎃

👻 New York, New York - Unsurprisingly, one of the best places is in the big apple! It has one of the biggest Halloween parades in the world with more than 2 million participants each year!

👻 Oaxaca, Mexico - While this isn't technically celebrating Halloween, Day of the Dead is a beautiful celebration lasting from October 31 to November 2.

👻 Las Vegas, Nevada - There are contests and the best dressed in different categories will be chosen in numerous hotels and casinos, often with cash prizes handed out.

👻 London, England - Thanks to its famous horror movies filming locations and historic serial killers London has gained a spooky reputation that fantastically leans into it

👻 Salem, Massachusetts - This list couldn't be complete without the town famous for its witch trials! Visitors can not only find a museum devoted to witches but also numerous events around Halloween

If you're ever in any of these locations for medical tourism this time of year, be sure to give yourself some time to see what spooky events are going on! 🧛

Where would you choose to celebrate Halloween if you could?

18/12/2021

🇲🇽 Mexico is a prime location for US and Canadian medical tourists for affordable healthcare.

🏥 The majority of medical procedures are up to 70% cheaper than the US

🏥 Visa-free tourism for 70+ countries (including US, UK, and Canada)

🏥 A world-class destination for wellness tourism with various spas

Would you travel to this exciting and vibrant country for medical procedures?

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16/12/2021

To encourage domestic medical travel in the US, SHSMD - Society for Healthcare Strategy and Market Development has announced that January 2022 is Medical Travel Month!

Keep an eye out on our social media in January while we participate in this exciting month!

Is the US apart of your medical tourism bucket list?

Read more here: http://ow.ly/yZlC50H63KN

The Society for Health Care Strategy & Market Development has announced that January 2022 is Medical Travel Month.

16/12/2021

Did you know that South Korea has one of the highest recovery indexes in the world? 99.7% for thyroid cancer, 90.6% for breast cancer, 65.6% for stomach cancer.

According to medical tourism websites, Korea has a high level of healthcare effectiveness. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development states that South Korea holds first place among other countries regarding the 5-year observed survival rate for major cancers.

Why may South Korea become the top medical tourism destination in the world?
Well-trained doctors. The South Korean healthcare sector applies strict demands to medical students. Only 1% of scholars become doctors after a rigorous selection.

Internationally accredited hospitals. The required condition for leading medical centres is to receive JCI accreditation. Today, 11 JCI-accredited facilities make South Korea one of the most popular medical tourism destinations.

The state-of-the-art equipment. Such companies as Samsung, LG, and Hyundai produce medical equipment specifically for South Korean hospitals. The machinery and electronic devices are renewed every 3-5 years.

Want to find out more? Read the article below!

http://ow.ly/QsyZ50Hb7iJ

10/12/2021

Istanbul’s industry has been thriving in recent years, with more and more clinics opening up to offer patients a range of cosmetic procedures.

Hair transplants in Istanbul have been one of the country’s most popular procedures, offering a possible solution to thinning or total loss of hair for both men and women.

has become a very popular way for patients to be treated for a lower cost, and thanks to the lower cost of living in , their cosmetic procedures tend to cost less than they would in the UK.

Find out how much this booming industry has grown in Turkey with a fantastic interview with Dr Serkan Aygin, owner of the Dr Serkan Aygin Clinic in Istanbul, here: http://ow.ly/vq2i50H1caG

Hair transplants in Istanbul have grown in recent years, and here’s what they can do for you

08/12/2021

🇹🇭 Thailand! Home to 40,000+ stunning temples, delicious food and high-quality healthcare.

🏥 Thailand medical processes and treatments are approx 40-70 per cent cheaper than those offered in Australia and US.

🏥 With a so high ratio of medical tourism, Thailand offers the latest and safe procedures performed by licensed and accredited staff only.

🏥 Several alternative treatments are also offered including holistic and complementary therapies from eastern and western ethnicities. The intention is to promote wellness and harmonious integration after surgery to body, mind and spirit.

What would be your sight-seeing bucket list be in Thailand?

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02/12/2021

🇿🇦 South Africa! South Africa has a reputation as a destination that offers an extensive variety of breathtaking holidays and experiences throughout the year, combined with its infrastructure and excellent healthcare, it continues to bring more and more visitors every year.

🏥 There are more than 400 public hospitals and more than 200 private hospitals.
🏥 The Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital is the third largest hospital in the world and it is located in Johannesburg.
🏥 Well-known for specialist medical procedures and treatments such as IVF, egg donation, cosmetic surgery, reconstructive surgery and dentistry.

Would you travel to this sunny desination for your medical treatment?

If you're a prospective patient enter your details on our website for more information and to enter our prize draw! http://ow.ly/JX5C50Grv7Q

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26/11/2021

🇬🇧 Medical Tourists travel from all over the world to access the U.K's outstanding medical facilities 💂

Did you know that...

🏥Around 150,000 people travel to the U.K for Medical Tourism reasons.
🏥In 2019 7,727 women had a breast augmentation - the most popular plastic surgery in the UK!
🏥In total, approximately 225 billion pounds were spent on healthcare in the U.K in 2019.

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25/11/2021

Thousands of Australians normally go abroad for cosmetic surgery, dental care and weight loss treatment. But, for 19 months, strict border closures have reduced inbound and outbound medical travel. Until now!

Are you based in Australia? Where would you travel for medical tourism?

Read more here: http://ow.ly/WJ4e50GQJNb

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The Australian government has made a huge announcement that will affect medical tourism. Find out more about the announcement at LaingBuisson News.

12/11/2021

🇪🇪 Estonia this time of year can be a winter wonderland and a perfect destination for any festive treatments before a full month of indulging and celebrating.

🏥 Top of the range orthopaedic treatments

🏥 Estonian universities are very prestigious so the quality of medical care in Estonia is considered to be excellent

🏥 Surgery and consultations are reasonably priced: a hip or knee operation will cost around €5,600 in Estonia and the bill for a total knee replacement will be €6,400.

What country would you travel to during the winter months for medical travel? We'd definitely have to suggest Estonia 😍

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11/11/2021

It's National Spa Week!

This week is to raise awareness of the many health benefits of spa treatments, especially when recovering from medical treatments.

Did you know..?

🛀 Spa treatments can help reduce stress

🛀 Promotes better sleep which is vital for recovery

🛀 Improves circulation which speeds up wound closure

Would you visit a spa next time you're recovering?

05/11/2021

🇮🇳 has potential to become international hub

"...urged the private sector to invest in the Indian healthcare sector, saying the country has the potential to become a hub of international health tourism."

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Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said that the government is focusing on the theme of 'From Token to Total Health'.