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		<title>New Provider Network in 2023</title>
		<link>https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/2023/11/new-provider-network-in-2023.html</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Lia Malcon]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2023 18:30:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[International Student Health Insurance]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Effective November 6th 2023 the provider network for the ISI Protect Plan is due to change from the Multiplan PPO Network to the United Healthcare Global PPO network. This will be a welcome move since the UHC Global PPO network will provide wider access to participating providers. Please keep in mind that all policies purchased [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Introducing the World Elite plan to ISI</title>
		<link>https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/2023/11/introducing-the-world-elite-plan-to-isi.html</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Alexis Ponce]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 22:03:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Health & Safety Abroad]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[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 [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Why should I get my vision tested?</title>
		<link>https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/2023/09/why-should-i-get-my-vision-tested.html</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joss Jimenez]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2023 18:51:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Physical Health]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[Ameritas Vision Plan]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/?p=8210</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Sight is one of our most precious senses and it is important to make sure our sight is sharp and healthy. One way to take care of it is to have regular sight tests. Sight tests are essential for detecting and monitoring a variety of eye conditions, including: How often should you get tested for [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Sports Insurance for International Students</title>
		<link>https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/2023/07/sports-insurance-for-international-students-2.html</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Joss Jimenez]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jul 2023 18:03:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[International Student Health Insurance]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[International Students in the USA]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Product Information]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Sports Insurance]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Student Insurance]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Travel Warnings]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[adventure sports]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Atlas Travel Plan]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/?p=8187</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[International students who participate in sports are at a greater risk of injury because they are constantly pushing their bodies to the limit and are more likely to be involved in accidents. If they practice sports frequently, it is important for international students to have sports insurance. When choosing a sports insurance plan, you must [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Sick Abroad: My Experience Using My Patriot Travel Plan</title>
		<link>https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/2023/03/sick-abroad-my-experience-using-my-patriot-travel-plan.html</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Yessica Prato]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2023 22:58:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Insurance Explained]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[International Student Travel Insurance]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[ID Card]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[prescription medication]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[study abroad health insurance]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/?p=8125</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[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 [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>How to Waive Your School’s Insurance Coverage</title>
		<link>https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/2022/06/how-to-waive-your-schools-insurance-coverage.html</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Diana Nolasco]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[International Student Health Insurance]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/?p=8005</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations! You have been admitted to the university of your choice, and now it’s time to start planning your class schedule and start a packing list of what you need to bring. The first item on your checklist is a crisp pair of twin XL sheets for your dorm amongst many other necessities, but be [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Vaccinations for International Students in the US</title>
		<link>https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/2022/01/vaccinations-for-international-students-in-the-us.html</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Yessica Prato]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2022 23:44:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Cigna Global]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[coverage for immunizations in the US]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Vaccinations or immunizations for international students in the US]]></description>
		
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		<title>How to Make the Best of Your Holidays While Staying on Campus</title>
		<link>https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/2021/12/how-to-make-the-best-of-your-holidays-while-staying-on-campus.html</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Natalie Holland]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Dec 2021 23:09:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Student Insurance]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[holidays]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[international student]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[international student insurance]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/?p=7815</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[With the continuation of the COVID-19 pandemic, this holiday season might not look exactly how you planned it. Many of us started making plans again and maybe even bought plane tickets home to see our families, only to have the Omicron variant keep us stuck in our dorm this December. It is disheartening to let [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>The 2021 Travel Video Contest is LIVE</title>
		<link>https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/2021/09/the-2021-travel-video-contest-is-live.html</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Natalie Holland]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 20:26:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/?p=7755</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[IT&#8217;S HERE! Every year, our friends at InternationalStudent.com host a contest showcasing international students from around the world. This year marks the 16th annual Travel Video Contest, with a brand new theme: community. Share how &#8220;community&#8221; has impacted or influenced you and your international education pursuit. We encourage you to be creative and interpret the [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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		<title>Prescription Medications: Don’t be taken by surprise!</title>
		<link>https://www.internationalstudentinsurance.com/blog/2021/07/prescription-medications-dont-be-taken-by-surprise.html</link>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Yessica Prato]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A few weeks ago, I went to the pharmacy to pick up a prescription that I’ve filled for months before. My insurance had changed recently so I had to fill the prescription under the new insurance. After the pharmacist got off the phone with this new insurance company, he advised me that there was an [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
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