The decision to pursue education in the Kingdom of Bhutan combines an opportunity to continue education with a unique chance to be immersed in culture. The country is known as much for its Gross National Happiness philosophy and its breathtaking Himalayas as it is for being a calm setting for furthering one's knowledge. For however, international students with a spouse or children realize that there is another factor at play when it comes to studying in Bhutan; the ability to access quality medical care.

Pursuing an advanced degree in Uzbekistan is an exciting move. However, once you are no longer solely responsible for your health, and then factor in a spouse and/or children, it becomes much more complicated. You need a "safety-net", in the middle of the night in Tashkent. In Uzbekistan there is little or no support from what could be described as a 'student local family' policy. As such, the best way to provide medical coverage for dependents (spouse/children) is through using an International Expatriate or Student Health Plan with Dependent Coverage.

To pursue higher education in Turkmenistan as an international student represents a significant undertaking with a unique cultural and academic perspective. However, for international students who bring spouses or children along with them to Turkmenistan, the practicalities associated with obtaining adequate healthcare require detailed consideration. In most Western countries, access to the student health scheme is generally automatic and compulsory. This contrasts significantly with what exists in Turkmenistan. International students are largely reliant upon global private medical insurance (IPMI) to provide for their families' healthcare needs. 

Studying abroad in Sudan presents an extraordinary opportunity for scholars to explore and understand the cultural diversity and historical context of East Africa as well as the complexity of its social and political systems. To successfully pursue study in this country, however, you need to be prepared in many ways; one of which is your ability to protect yourself physically.

Navigating international health insurance feels like learning a new language. But when your destination is Somalia; the potential risks are higher than anywhere else. No matter whether you're an international student preparing to go abroad for an academic semester, an aid worker being deployed into the field or a professional moving your entire family, there are ways to protect your health that require more than simply purchasing a basic health insurance policy.