Nordic News, Business and Life in Asia
Living as an expat in Southeast Asia comes with its share of frustrations. Some of them you expect before you even arrive, like the visa paperwork or learning to find …
The Frustration You Didn’t See Coming: Your Health Insurance Renewal Read More
Bangkok Hospital Introduces Precision Medicine Hub in Southeast Asia featuring Gene Therapy for Children with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) & Anti-Amyloid Therapy for Alzheimer’s Disease Bangkok Hospital Headquarters and Bangkok …
Bangkok Hospital Introduces Precision Medicine Hub in Southeast Asia Read More
Living abroad brings incredible opportunities alongside unexpected challenges. For Nordic expats in Thailand, knowing where to turn for mental health and wellness support is as important as finding a good …
Mental Health & Rehab Centers in Thailand: A Guide for Nordic Expats Read More
Bangkok Hospital proudly announces the launch of the Be Yourself Unit, a specialized healthcare service for LGBTQ+ individuals. Designed to provide integrated physical and mental healthcare in a safe, inclusive …
Bangkok Hospital Launches “Be Yourself Unit” Read More
Bangkok, Thailand – June 16, 2025 — Bangkok Heart Hospital is ushering in a new era of cardiac innovation with the introduction of two advanced surgical techniques: Minimally Invasive Coronary …
Bangkok Heart Hospital Launches Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery Program Read More
A patient’s testimonial video featuring his experience after undergoing surgery at the Bangkok Academy of Sports and Exercise Medicine Center (BASEM). “Restore my motion. Bring back my active life.” When …
Restore my motion. Bring back my active life. Read More
MEGA CARE. MEGA SALES – A health fair for all offering great deals to welcome your new year. Special packages and promotions are, for example: Health check-up programsz Heart and …
A Health Fair for ALL! MEGA CARE, MEGA SALES. Read More
As people age, a wide range of degenerative conditions become inevitable, including knee arthritis. Considered a common disease among the elderly, knee arthritis is inflammation and deterioration of the knee …
VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solutions for Personalized Total Knee Replacement Read More
BDMS Wellness Clinic, in collaboration with Bangkok Cancer Hospital Wattanosoth, organized the event “Voice of Care for Breast Cancer,” led by Dr. Tanupol Virunhagarun, M.D.,Chief Executive Officer of BDMS Wellness …
Voice of Care for Breast Cancer Event Read More
Penang island and state (Malaysia) is already a very established travel destination and business centre – for all the good reasons with its very successful manufacturing hub and FDI, as …
World class medical services in Penang ready to welcome more expats, Asians and westerners Read More
Addictions are one of the most challenging conditions any person can face. They not only have an immense physical and psychological impact on those affected, but they also affect those …
A New Dawn: Hope and Healing in the Process of Overcoming Addictions through Rehabilitation Read More
For over 30 years, Alzheimer’s research has sought answers about the progressive and irreversible brain disorder that affects millions worldwide, slowly destroying memory and cognitive skills. While we don’t have …
Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Reduce Risk Factors with Dr. Kulrithra Pisanuwongrak Read More
Have you ever felt as a Nordic expat, that you need more sleep than your Asian colleagues? Then you are actually correct! Scientists from Oura Health Oy in Finland in …
Nordic people sleep more and better than Asians Read More
Bangkok Hospital are throwing a health event under the name, “Hello Sawasdee! To a healthier you.” The event is a gathering of health enthusiasts, medical professionals and individuals seeking to …
Join event to stay fit and embrace mental health Read More
ScandAsia has published the 2022 edition of “Thailand Expat Guide”. Read the book online here: ScandAsia Magazine June 2022 This book is intended as a help for both newcomers and …
New book: Thailand Expat Guide 2022 now out! Read More
Even in the current new normal Bangkok still only ranked 96 out of 100 as opposed to the capital of several Scandinavian countries for Work/Life balance on the index. According …
Bangkok low ranking in work/life Balance Index as opposed to Nordic cities Read More
A traveler from Finland was the first case in the Philippines of the Omicron subvariant, BA.2.12. to be discovered in the country. The 52-year-old Finnish national arrived in the Philippines …
Finnish woman first person to present with BA.2.12 Omicron subvariant in Philippines Read More
To talk about getting older and retirement is something most of us like to postpone, but before you know it, you are there. On a sunny Friday morning, the Thai-Swedish …
A day at Jin Wellbeing County Read More
The mobile telephone, to have or not to have? Not a question anymore. Today we can all agree to that we live in a totally digital world. When I grew …
PANIC!!! I CAN’T FIND MY CELL PHONE!!! Read More
Here we go again. A few thoughts about my last trip to Sweden, the return to Thailand and the quarantine. After having spent 3 weeks during Christmas and New Year …
Another Bangkok quarantine on the 10th floor at Fraser Suites! Read More
On Friday November 26th 2021, the latest Fitness studio 24/ Seven opened on Sukhumvit Road near Nana Bts station. The first was established in 2018. Who stands behind this gym? …
New Fitness studio 24/Seven opened in Nana area on Friday the 26th of November Read More
For a woman, being pregnant can be one of the most beautiful experiences. If you are thinking about doing something for the to-be mother, consider purchasing an insurance policy that …
Here’s Why You Should Gift Your Wife the Best Maternity Insurance Policy Read More
Luma’s newly introduced health insurance plan, Luma Long Stay Care, offers coverage that meets the health insurance requirement for OA Long Stay Visa so you can relish your retirement in …
Luma Solves OA Long Stay Visa Insurance Requirements for Retirement in Thailand Read More
The Nordics and Singapore are ranked amongst the 20 healthiest countries to live in the world, according to a new report from Money.co.uk, a UK-based price comparison website. The report …
The Nordics and Singapore amongst top 20 healthiest countries in the world Read More
The Finnish Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong invites to a natural hike on 6 February. The invitation says: Want to escape the city life for a day? Join us …
FinnCham Hong Kong invites to a natural hike fun day on 6 February Read More
Swedish Oatly is a vegan food brand that produces alternatives to dairy products from oats. With headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, the company started producing alternatives to cow’s milk over 30 …
Swedish Oatly is rapidly expanding into the Asian market via Singapore Read More
According to a 32-nation study in December, China, Vietnam, and Denmark had the highest levels of Covid-19 vaccine acceptance. The survey was done across 32 countries with almost 27,000 respondents …
China, Vietnam and Denmark most positive about Covid-19 vaccine Read More
According to the Thai Cabinet, Thailand has secured deals for a total of 63 million doses of the Covid-19 vaccine from different pharmaceutical manufacturers. The vaccine will be given out …
Thailand secures 63 million doses Covid-19 vaccine with vaccinations scheduled to start next month Read More
Causes Week 2020 runs this year from Dec 20 to 25. It shines a light on various individuals and groups in Singapore, and shows how they are making a difference …
New focus on Danish charity ‘Cycling Without Age’ in Singapore Read More
Cleansing your liver of alcohol is one of the essential steps in recovering from alcoholism, excessive alcohol consumptions or prolonged alcohol abuse. The liver is critically involved in all metabolic processes …
How to Detoxify Your Liver and Kidneys – United Recovery Project Read More
With the help of students in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade at the primary school Aabenraa Friskole in Aabenraa in the South of Denmark, the organization Innerwheel has succeeded in …
71 kg of aluminium can rings going to Thailand Read More
Expats in Thailand are actively taking control of their physical health while they struggle with their mental health 77% of expats in Thailand admit that the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted …
Expats in Thailand leading healthier lives during lockdown Read More
The global pandemic has upended countless travelers’ plans. Since mid-March, 20 air carriers, including Philippines Airlines, Hong Kong Express, Jetstar Asia, and Lion Air have suspended flights altogether. Other Asian …
What does a trip to Southeast Asia look like after this pandemic: Good News is Scarce Read More
Business Finland will co host a launching event with BC Platforms and Quintiles and IMS Health.Inc, on 13th November 2019 at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. BC Platforms’ …
Business Finland to co-host a launching event of a genomic data management platform in Singapore Read More
Suunto products are known as pioneer Finnish sports watches, dive computers and training coaching instruments. All in one and small enough to fit on your arm wrist. They stand out …
The latest Suunto5 launched in Singapore Read More
Foreigners applying for a Non O-A visa will be required to purchase health insurance from October 31, 2019 according to Thaivisa. Non–Immigrant Visa “O-A” (Long Stay) This type of visa may …
Mandatory Health Insurance for Expats in Thailand with retirement visa from 31 October Read More
How different are we Scandinavian women, compared to Asian women, when it comes to spoiling yourself and treating your body with SPA visits? On a very hot and humid morning, …
Take better care of yourself! Read More
Professor Gwee Kok Ann shares some useful insights on caring for the gut and tips on choosing the right probiotics supplement. Q1. What are the symptoms of poor gut health? …
Good health starts from the gut Read More
Pink ribbon is an international symbol for breast cancer awareness. In Thailand, there are several campaigns to increase awareness of this disease. Breast cancer screening can reduce deaths through early …
PlasmaBlade Read More
Rent a Nurse (Thailand) Co., Ltd is a service-provider for domestic nursing care in all its variations. Our mission is to help Patients of all possible care-levels to find the domestic …
Rent a Nurse – professional, domestic nursing care for all ages Read More
We all know that the popular Finnish Sauna is good for both body and mind. Spending time in the sauna with friends or just sitting by your self is relaxing …
Your choice: do you opt for sauna or ice lab? Read More
Associate Professor Prasert Lertsanguansinchai Radiation Oncologist Wattanosoth Hospital (Bangkok Cancer Hospital) The results achieved by the latest cancer treatments continue to exceed expectations. Examples include: minimally invasive surgery to remove …
Radiosurgery: New revolution of cancer treatments Read More
Mr. Wu Yue (Senior TCM Physician) Bachelor of TCM, Beijing TCM University (1989) Registered with TCM Practitioners Board (Singapore) • 30 years of clinical experience • Originally from China. Graduated …
Royal Pine TCM & Wellness Clinic: Traditional Chinese Medicine Read More
5 Simple Rules for Staying Sharp We have learned from many studies that our brain vitality and quality of life are directly impacted by our lifestyle. So, what are some …
Staying Sharp Read More
“Is it the Swedish Government’s intention that its citizens will profit from the Thai government, here in Thailand, while Thai citizens who want to work in Sweden, for example with …
Thailand Swedes’ health insurance campaign gains momentum Read More
Aleenta Phuket offers a uniquely tailored Wellness Package inclusive of 4 days nights stay in luxury accommodation, yoga, meditation, healing spa treatments and a healthy culinary program offered exclusively by …
Aleenta Mind Balance Package Read MoreIn Celebration of International Women’s Day, Bumrungrad Hospital and Wanderlust Magazine are excited to bring you a full day of entertaining and informative activities centered around the topic of Optimizing …
The Passage of Time – Optimizing your Expat life in Bangkok Read More
Exploring possiblities for bilateral cooperation in the field of healthcare On the 25th of January 2017, Denmark’s Thailand Ambassador Uffe Wolffhechel met with Minister for Public Health, H.E. Clin. Prof. …
Danish ambassador meets Thai minister for public health Read More
Contrary to what may be popular belief, retirement does not signal the decline in a vibrant and productive life, only to be replaced by wheelchairs and nursing homes. In fact, …
The Best is yet to come: Staying Healthy during Retirement Read More