The United States of America (often referred to as the USA or the US) needs little introduction. From music and Hollywood to blue jeans and the Super Bowl, US popular culture is among the most influential and recognisable in the world. With many racial and ethnic backgrounds represented by a population of around 335 million, the US is … Read more

Whether you are already living in America or are planning to make the move, you will no doubt need to consider your healthcare options. From pricey health insurance policies to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) reform, healthcare topics often make the news. But overall, how does the quality of the healthcare system fare? Read on … Read more

If you’re travelling to the United States for a short period of time, you may not be worried about obtaining medication. On the other hand, if you’re planning to stay long-term, then it’s vital that you give your access to medication some thought.   Very few pharmacies in the US can fill foreign prescriptions, although this … Read more

If you’re planning to give birth in America, it’s important to do your research ahead of time. Healthcare in the country is of a good standard, but it can be very expensive. Read on to learn about your options.    How much does it cost to have a baby in the USA? Having a baby … Read more

If you’re planning on moving to the United States of America, then having health insurance there is an absolute must. Here’s everything you need to know about registering with the health system.Understanding America’s health system If you’re moving to the United States from a country that has a national health service in place, you’ll be … Read more

If you’re moving from the UK to the USA, you will need to look carefully at issues surrounding healthcare. After all, you’ll be moving from the nationalized system of the NHS to a largely private healthcare system which is based on insurance; plus, the two countries don’t have reciprocal healthcare agreements. The US system confuses … Read more

If you’re living with a chronic illness, such as depression, asthma, diabetes or arthritis, you’ll know that your health requires careful and consistent management. The good news is that by moving to New York, you’ll have access to some of the best healthcare in the world: first class hospitals, a wide range of specialists and … Read more

The reputation and costs for the American healthcare system are known throughout the world and health premiums will not be cheap. That’s because healthcare in the US is a costly process, it’s ranked as being the most expensive in the world. According to one national British newspaper, many British expats opt to fly home to … Read more

Getting sick or injured in the United States can be painful, not just in terms of the ailment itself, but the hit your wallet can take when seeking treatment. Even for emergency treatment, you can expect to fork out considerable sums for care. A night’s stay in hospital can cost USD$4,000 and surgery can set … Read more

British expats moving to the US must ensure that they have comprehensive health insurance coverage. While the UK benefits from the National Health Service (NHS), medical care in the US is, and always has been, a private business. The cost of treatments if you take a risk without being fully covered, are not recommended. One … Read more