What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
When we asked expats and global nomads in Saudi Arabia about their experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system, they replied...
"Once a system was established, it seems to be running quite well. However, I am not a fan of being forced into a government hospital b/c private hospitals won't take my SAICO insurance to treat COVID," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
"The pandemic has had a significant impact on the healthcare system in Saudi Arabia. The government has implemented strict measures to ensure the safety of citizens, including the closure of non-essential services, the suspension of international flights, and the implementation of social distancing protocols. Hospitals have been overwhelmed with patients, leading to long wait times and limited access to medical care. The government has also implemented a nationwide telemedicine system to provide medical advice and support to citizens. Additionally, the government has provided financial support to healthcare workers and has increased the number of beds in hospitals to accommodate the influx of patients. Despite the challenges, the healthcare system in Saudi Arabia has been able to provide quality care to those in need," commented one expat who made the move to Saudi Arabia.
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What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.