Embrace World Kindness Day with Health-Focused Acts – Get Your 10% Discount

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With World Kindness Day just two days away on November 13, it’s a great reminder to reflect on how compassion can influence not only our relationships but also our health. As an expat in Thailand, caring for your well-being isn’t just a personal responsibility—it’s a kindness that benefits your entire community. Here’s how prioritising health aligns with this special day.

 

Healthy Choices That Show Kindness to Those Around You

Taking care of your health is a gift to those around you. When you’re healthy, you reduce the risk of spreading illnesses, helping to maintain a healthier community. Thailand’s unique environment—tropical diseases, air pollution, and food safety risks—presents certain health challenges that may be unfamiliar. By choosing a healthy lifestyle, you’re respecting both your own health and that of those you interact with daily.

 

 

 

Dealing with Unique Health Challenges in Thailand

Moving to Thailand can introduce new health considerations, like high humidity, dengue fever, and seasonal pollution, particularly in cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai. These factors can increase the risk of respiratory issues, skin conditions, and food- or water-borne diseases. Taking steps to protect yourself is not only wise but also kindness to others by preventing potential illness transmission, especially to vulnerable groups like children and the elderly.

Take Small Preventive Actions that have Big Impact

Practising good hygiene and keeping up with vaccinations are powerful ways to show kindness. Vaccinations, for example, help prevent the spread of illnesses, protecting everyone. In Thailand, where healthcare practices may differ, keeping up with recommended vaccines is crucial. Preventive care can sometimes be costly, but with health insurance like Cigna’s expat plans, you and those around you can stay protected without unexpected expenses.

 

Get 10% of your plan for the lifetime of the policy

T&Cs apply*

 

Supporting Your Mental Health in a New Country

Adapting to a new country can be stressful, impacting mental well-being. Taking care of your mental health is an act of kindness to yourself, allowing you to manage daily challenges positively. Regular exercise, mindfulness practices, and connecting with the local expat community are effective ways to support mental health, enabling you to show up as your best self for others.

Staying Informed on Local Health Risks

Being aware of specific health risks in Thailand, like pollution levels, seasonal illnesses, and mosquito-borne diseases, helps you make informed decisions that keep both you and those around you safe. Using air purifiers, staying updated on local health alerts, and taking necessary precautions during high-risk seasons are all small but impactful steps.

Share kindness by prioritising health protection today

World Kindness Day is a reminder that health is a valuable gift. Having comprehensive health insurance allows you to be proactive with health checks, get coverage for unexpected illnesses, and enjoy peace of mind while living abroad. Here’s how Cigna’s plans cater to your unique needs:

 

• Silver Plan: Basic coverage that ensures core needs like emergency care.

• Gold Plan: Includes outpatient benefits and maternity care, ideal for families.

• Platinum Plan: Provides full, unlimited coverage, including wellness and mental health support.

 

With Cigna, you’re ready to handle routine care and unforeseen health issues, helping you stay healthy and kind to yourself and others.

 

Get 10% of your plan for the lifetime of the policy

T&Cs apply*

 

 

 

 

Being kind to yourself starts with health. With the right insurance, you’re empowered to protect your well-being while supporting the community around you.

 

*Cigna Healthcare reserves the right to amend or withdraw a promotion at any time without notice. This promotion ends on November 30th, 2024. This 10% discount will apply for the lifetime of the policy and is only eligible to new Cigna Global Individual customers. The discount may only be applied by a sales agent and cannot be applied in conjunction with any other offer, except the 10% discount given to policies paid annually in full. If you choose to pay your policy annually in full, your 10% discount will be applied after the 10% annual discount has been applied. Only Cigna Global Individual Policies are eligible for the 10% discount. A minimum purchase value of $2000 for policies based in Europe is applicable. Policies based in the rest of the world require a minimum purchase value of $3000 to be eligible. 

 

Summary of original article by The Thaiger