Health - Expat Magazine
England
The coronavirus pandemic has brought many expatriates around the world on the frontline in various fields. Nilesh Sewpaul is a Mauritian doctor practising in Birmingham, UK. He talks about how the UK has been dealing with the COVID-19 outbreak and shares his personal feelings, away from his family.
Since the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared coronavirus a pandemic, many countries around the world were quick to impose confinement on their citizens, with some even considering its extension to above a month as a precautionary measure. Obviously, this situation is having a considerable impact on jobs around the world. While many professionals have switched to remote working, depending on their sector, in order to ensure continuity of services, others are currently unsure about their future. Here are some testimonials from four professionals working in different countries.
USA
Like most countries around the world, the USA haven't been spared by the coronavirus pandemic. This unprecedented health crisis is having a significant impact on every sector of the US economy. Sylvain Perret, a real estate specialist from France, talks about the slowdown in the USA and gives out some precious tips for those looking to do business abroad.
Not one economic sector or population segment is left unscathed by the current health crisis linked to the COVID-19. Schools closing have affected the world of education everywhere around the world. Enakshee, a Mauritian student living in Vancouver shares with us how she is coping with this crisis.
Being forced to remain indoors with limited social interaction coupled with the threat of the Coronavirus is an unusual situation to be in to say the least. Especially if you're an expat living away from your loved ones, it can definitely take a toll on one's emotional wellbeing and mental health. Here are a few tips on how to take care of your mental health during the COVID-19 disease outbreak as an expat.
The COVID-19 spreading like wildfire all over the world is taking its toll on the global economy. The unprecedented health crisis is currently paired with an economic crisis with significant repercussions on practically all sectors. Hervé Gindre, a French entrepreneur in Morocco, shares his views about the economic slowdown.
While most countries in the world have imposed strict travel restrictions, with some closing their borders until further notice, thousands of foreigners are currently stranded abroad. Impossible, for some, to go back home and escape the global health crisis. Hard for others to stay away from their loved ones during this period. Some of them have shared their feelings with Expat.com.
Since the beginning of this year, the Coronavirus epidemic has flung itself to every corner of the earth, affecting roughly 150 countries. Countries like Spain and Italy are completely shutting down. The United States is severely restricting air traffic from Europe. People in almost every country are becoming increasingly concerned for their loved ones, especially their elders. Stocks are plummeting and workers in almost every sector are on the brink of losing money. Below are the testimonials of expats in countries most affected by the outbreak.
Japan
As of March 18, 2020, Japan had 1,592 confirmed cases of COVID-19, and a death poll of 29. Hokkaido, in the far north of Japan, is the most affected region, with 152 confirmed cases. Next comes Aichi, southwest of Tokyo (125 cases), and the very touristy Osaka (112 cases). Tokyo comes just behind, with 102 new infected cases.
USA
As of March 16, 2020, the total Coronavirus cases in the United States are 3,487 and 68 deaths. However, the data changes day-by-day meteorically, and for the most up-to-date information regarding the U.S. one should be checking with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Experts agree that the number of infected people exceeds the number of laboratory-confirmed cases since many COVID-19 patients are asymptomatic yet fully capable of infecting others.
England
On December 31st 2019, China alerted the World Health Organisation (WHO) to a growing number of pneumonia-like cases in Wuhan, caused by an unknown virus. By January 7th, the new virus had been identified and was later named COVID-19 - part of a family of coronaviruses that include the common cold and SARS.
China
Is the worst behind us in China? It surely seems like the country is recovering from the COVID-19 outbreak and ready to tackle the aftermath. Here is everything expats and expats-to-be need to know about China's situation today.
“Can I travel to China?”, “Can I travel to Italy?”, “Can I travel to France?” If you were planning to settle in or travel to one of the countries affected by the Coronavirus soon, Expat.com gives you the updates on the border controls around the world with a special focus on countries particularly affected by the Coronavirus.
Travelling during this time of pandemic is not recommended and potentially even banned depending on where in the world you live or where you want to go. However, you might be absolutely required to take a flight. And in this case, we have you covered. We have compiled a few tips which should help you before leaving while traveling and when you're reached your destination during the Coronavirus outbreak.
As China officially announced that the peak of the COVID-19 outbreak has been reached, the situation is slowly getting back to normal. Sumayyah Hosany, a Mauritian expat living in Wenzhou with her husband Hamad Abdul Zahir from Pakistan, talks to Expat.com about her feelings about the pandemic. Both are doctors who have been volunteering in the Ouhai district in Wenzhou.
204, 404. This was the official number of cases of Coronavirus around the world on Wednesday afternoon with 157 countries and territories affected. As the World Health Organization (WHO) declares the world emergency by calling the virus a pandemic, leaders in affected countries are sounding the alarm. Lockdown, closure of institutions, non-essential public places and borders ... Drastic measures are taken to prevent the spread of the virus. The latest statistics indicate a total of 6,518 deaths worldwide, including a higher and increasing rate in China, Italy, South Korea, Iran, Spain, Germany, France and the United States. Here is a country by country breakdown of the most affected territories.
Italy
The Coronavirus outbreak has had the world holding its breath since the beginning of this year. While China has managed to minimize the spread of the virus, Italy is now the most affected countries of all and has been under lockdown since the 9th of March in order to contain the virus.
Today, Asia is living in fear of a rapid spread of coronavirus, with 9,808 confirmed cases and 213 deaths, but that's not all. Dengue is also affecting many countries around the world, including Africa and the Americas. In Paraguay, nearly 7,000 suspected cases of dengue have been reported in the past three weeks. In 2019 only, more than a thousand people out of 3 million infected Americans have been reported dead. While the situation is alarming, indeed, there are some basic precautions to follow if you have just moved or are planning to move to a high-risk country.
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