Homesickness can be defined as the feelings of sadness, anxiety or stress you may feel when you’re away from the people and places that are familiar to you. After spending months surrounded by family and indoors, for the new international students that may be traveling for the first time to study abroad, homesickness is going […]
International Students in the USA Category
Blog posts that address insurance issues of importance for international students studying in the USA.
How to deal with homesickness as an international student
November 10th, 2021 by Alexis PonceHispanic Heritage Month
September 13th, 2021 by Yessica PratoEvery year between September 15 and October 15, Hispanic Heritage month is observed in the United States. The Hispanic Heritage month celebrates traditions, cultures, and contributions from Hispanic and Latin American countries. Let’s dive into a bit of a history lesson as to the origins of this month and the importance of the celebration. The […]
COVID-19 Vaccine Preparation and What to Expect
May 18th, 2021 by Sally McleodAs summer approaches, COVID-19 vaccine eligibility has expanded to anyone in the United States 16 years of age and older. So now that eligibility has been granted, what does this mean for international students and what should you do now? There has been a lot of discussion and ambiguity around how much vaccines cost and […]
Where Should I Go for Medical Care?
March 17th, 2021 by Eric BloodworthHealthcare in the United States is complicated to say the least. If you get sick or injured, there are many places that you can go to for medical treatment in the US. It’s important to know where to go to make sure you don’t end up running around to multiple places, spending more money than you need to, and ensuring you have a smooth claims process with your insurance company. So, which provider should you go to for medical care?
A Closer Look at the COVID-19 Vaccines
January 6th, 2021 by Jennifer FrankelCovid-19 numbers are continuing to soar in the United States and around the world, but as a new year is upon us there is also good news! Many countries are getting their first doses of the Covid vaccine. While taming this virus hasn’t been easy, this has definitely shined a bright light at the end […]
Celebrating the Holidays as an International Student during COVID-19
December 15th, 2020 by Natalie HollandThe holiday season is fast approaching and as an international student, this time of year can be difficult. This time last year you probably were worrying about making it home for the holidays after a long finals season, or maybe thinking about what to get your roommate as a gift! This year, however, as the […]
PPO / Insurance Carrier / Agent Differences
November 23rd, 2020 by Eric BloodworthAs you’ve surely noticed by now, the healthcare system in the United States is a bit tricky. Agents, insurance carriers, PPO networks, — surely they’re all the same thing, right? Unfortunately not, but we will be going through what these mean and how they work together to make your insurance plan work.
