You may know of habits that can cause heart problems, such as smoking or alcohol drinking, but did you know some other seemingly normal habits can secretly cause heart problems too? Some of these other habits include excessive caffeine, stress, and even something as simple as social isolation. This Pacific Prime article will delve into …

China’s central bank announced a mortgage rate cut for homebuyers on 29 September 2024. Following this announcement, Chinese banks are expected to lower mortgage rates for existing home loans by October 31. The cut came in an effort to boost the sluggish sales in the Chinese property market. Foreigners who have studied or worked in …

“Being a parent is stressful” could be a truth as old as time, but in a report from U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, alarm bells are ringing on multiple stressors that are making parenting stress skyrocketing and making parents’ well-being a “critical health priority.” In this Pacific Prime article, we explore these alarming trends in …

Shanghai, strategically located at the Yangtze River’s mouth, serves as eastern China’s primary transportation nexus. Its status as a global financial powerhouse and key business hub is supported by an extensive and sophisticated infrastructure, particularly its efficient public transit system. The city’s public transportation network is renowned for its affordability and accessibility, making it a …

Shanghai, strategically located at the Yangtze River’s mouth, serves as eastern China’s primary transportation nexus. Its status as a global financial powerhouse and key business hub is supported by an extensive and sophisticated infrastructure, particularly its efficient public transit system. The city’s public transportation network is renowned for its affordability and accessibility, making it a …

While having a comprehensive health insurance plan or employee benefits strategy is a good place to start, your benefits can go that much further with the right service and support. That’s why Pacific Prime coordinates with Health Concierge, a healthcare management system that partners with a host of world-class medical facilities and consultants to design …

From car accidents to severe food poisoning and heart attacks, medical emergencies can happen to anyone, anytime, and anywhere. As an expat, it’s important that you are aware of how medical emergencies are dealt with in China and how to prepare yourself in case you come across them. Pacific Prime has created this informative guide …

Breastfeeding has its ups and downs. It could seem like there are more downs than ups in the early days and weeks. It will get better over time, and the key is to be prepared and asking for help when you need it. Nursing is amazingly beneficial, both for mother and baby, but sometimes things …

Lovebirds in China? If you’re planning to tie the knot, there’s a lot more you need to do than just plan your dream wedding. Between sending out the invites and choosing the perfect venue, there’s a lot you’ll need to prepare. Once you have your documents ready, you can head to the municipal Civil Affairs …

Are you starting a new job in China, or have you been working here for a while now? As the saying goes, ‘money isn’t everything’, and it isn’t enough of a reason to uproot one’s family and relocate to an entirely new country. So in comes the “remuneration package”, a number of benefits you receive …

“Being a parent is stressful” could be a truth as old as time, but in a report from U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, alarm bells are ringing on multiple stressors that are making parenting stress skyrocketing and making parents’ well-being a “critical health priority.” In this Pacific Prime article, we explore these alarming trends in …

China has been a country of near constant change during these past two decades. For the most part, this change has been for the better, and it has vaulted the country of over 1.35 billion from near total poverty into one with the single largest middle class on earth. Primarily because of this change, many …

Recently, amid all the talk about how employees (especially Millennials and Gen Z staffers) are looking for more work-life balance, flexible work schedules, and meaning of work in their selection of employers, another acronym has quietly entered the mainstream – ESG. In this Pacific Prime article, we’ll share with you the ins and outs of …

You may know of habits that can cause heart problems, such as smoking or alcohol drinking, but did you know some other seemingly normal habits can secretly cause heart problems too? Some of these other habits include excessive caffeine, stress, and even something as simple as social isolation. This Pacific Prime article will delve into …

If you are familiar with insurance, you probably know that the underwriting process for many medical insurance policies can be stringent, and it is common for pre-existing conditions to be excluded from coverage. Are people with pre-existing conditions out of luck with medical insurance? Not at all! In this Pacific Prime article, we’ll introduce a …

Lung cancer is a pervasive and deadly disease that claims the lives of millions worldwide every year. Early detection plays a crucial role in improving treatment outcomes and survival rates. While some symptoms are obvious, there are also sneaky signs that may go unnoticed. In this article, Pacific Prime will introduce you to the prevalence …

“Being a parent is stressful” could be a truth as old as time, but in a report from U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, alarm bells are ringing on multiple stressors that are making parenting stress skyrocketing and making parents’ well-being a “critical health priority.” In this Pacific Prime article, we explore these alarming trends in …

Take your first step to the journey of a thousand miles as China’s updated version of the permanent resident card Five-star Card will be open for application on December 1, 2023. The card grants benefits in different aspects, including financial activities, to qualified foreigners and their family. If you’re an expat living in China, the …

Recently, amid all the talk about how employees (especially Millennials and Gen Z staffers) are looking for more work-life balance, flexible work schedules, and meaning of work in their selection of employers, another acronym has quietly entered the mainstream – ESG. In this Pacific Prime article, we’ll share with you the ins and outs of …

Amidst the shrinking workforce, China will be raising its retirement age for the first time in decades. Men’s retirement age will be 63, women’s retirement age will be 55, and the retirement age for white-collar positions will be 58. The updated retirement age will take effect at the start of 2025. This Pacific Prime article …

China’s central bank announced a mortgage rate cut for homebuyers on 29 September 2024. Following this announcement, Chinese banks are expected to lower mortgage rates for existing home loans by October 31. The cut came in an effort to boost the sluggish sales in the Chinese property market. Foreigners who have studied or worked in …

Roughly a month ago, on the 11th of July, China’s National Medical Products Administration gave regulatory clearance for CSPC Pharmaceutical Group’s respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine (SYS6016) to conduct clinical trials in China. Do you know the significance of this vaccine for the newborns in China? Wonder how you can avoid paying vaccination expenses out-of-pocket? …