Health & Safety Abroad Category

Blog posts that deal with all matters of health and safety for international travelers and students.

The Importance of Mental Health for International Students Abroad

October 8th, 2024 by Laura Chavez

Studying abroad can be an exhilarating experience, filled with new cultures, adventures, and personal growth. However, it also presents unique challenges that can significantly impact mental health. Here are five key reasons why prioritizing mental health is crucial for international students. 1. Cultural Adjustment and Homesickness Moving to a new country involves navigating unfamiliar customs, languages, […]

How stress shapes our world

September 30th, 2024 by Angela Perrilliat

It may seem like stress is a very modern problem but it has always been there, the difference is that in today’s world we are now extremely aware of it, mention it, and acknowledge it as an everyday part of our lives. Now, although humans can share the same stressful experiences and situations, how we […]

Peace of Mind for Travelers: Emergency Medical Evacuation and Repatriation of Remains Insurance

July 18th, 2024 by Joss Jimenez

Traveling the world opens doors to incredible experiences, but it also comes with inherent risks. Unexpected medical emergencies can happen anywhere, and the costs associated with them, especially in remote locations, can be astronomical. That’s where emergency medical evacuation and repatriation of remains insurance comes in. What is Emergency Medical Evacuation and Repatriation of Remains […]

10 travel packing hacks for your next adventure

March 8th, 2024 by Diego Guido

We might think that we all know how to pack, but believe me when I tell you that these hacks are going to make your life easier, whether you’re going on vacation, business or just for a short break, we want you to be organized to enjoy your trip! The rolling method is the biggest […]

Introducing the World Elite plan to ISI

November 1st, 2023 by Alexis Ponce

ISI is excited to announce that we’ve expanded our insurance options to cater to all different types of health insurance requirements and now, we will be introducing the World Elite plan, which is ACA-compliant and available for purchase for international students at select universities! The plan is available in three levels: World Elite Plus, World […]

Sick Abroad: My Experience Using My Patriot Travel Plan

March 16th, 2023 by Yessica Prato

As soon as countries in Asia started opening back up after COVID, I went into full planning mode. My husband and I had postponed our honeymoon yet another year because we wanted to maximize our time abroad without having to spend precious vacation days in a hotel room quarantining. Once January 2023 came around, we […]

Watch Out for Altitude Sickness

February 10th, 2023 by Staci Farmer

When I hear the term “altitude sickness” I begin picturing an intrepid explorer, strapped into climbing gear who is covered in puffy skier jacket clinging to the side of a mountain while snow falls from above. My imagination is painting a picture of a very outdoorsy, adventurer who climbs mountains. My imagination doesn’t include a […]

How does our diet affect our physical and mental health?

October 21st, 2022 by Antonio Zapata

Having a healthy diet is key to wellness as it will provide your body with all the nutrients it needs for optimal physical and mental performance. Our body needs a lot of energy daily to function properly and this energy it’s produced based on the nutrients that we provide to our body.  However, it could […]

What to Know About Monkeypox (like…it doesn’t come from monkeys)

September 7th, 2022 by Leslie Reynolds

A hot topic in the news around the world right now is monkeypox. Despite its name, monkeypox does not come from monkeys (there is even a campaign to rename the virus). However, it is in the poxvirus family, meaning it’s related to other pox diseases such as smallpox, cowpox, and horsepox–but NOT the common chickenpox. […]

A New Suicide and Crisis Line: Call or Text 988

August 30th, 2022 by Jennifer Frankel

The levels of stress, anxiety and depression have risen over recent years, and many people don’t have the support and care that they need. Suicide is the leading cause of death for those between the ages of 10-34. Now, there is a new free hotline in the US to help. The 988 Suicide and Crises […]

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