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Ren
ewable Long-Term International Medical Insurance
for MultiNational Employees, International Students, Visiting Families, Missionaries,
Foreign Dignitaries, Non-US Citizens, Retirees Overseas

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Please read the Benefits & Exclusions of this plan carefully before submitting your application..

globe3.gif (1126 bytes) Why Buy International Medical Insurance?
The answer is easy. If you are a US citizen living abroad, traditional sources of US private health insurance will not meet your needs. Geographical exclusions and provider limitations common to these policies will restrict or even eliminate the coverage available to you while you are outside the US. At the same time, you may not be eligible for participation in the government sponsored plans in the country where you reside. Or you may wish to have access to health care in other countries, including the US, in the event you become seriously ill. If you are a non-US citizen, you may need an international medical insurance policy to supplement the coverage available to you through a plan sponsored by your government or to provide coverage while you are outside your home country. If your lifestyle knows no geographic limits, you need health insurance that knows no boundaries. International Citizen Economy has been designed to meet the needs of budget conscious International Citizens who want reliable, affordable coverage.

globe3.gif (1126 bytes) Who is the Insurer?
These plans are underwritten by Lloyd's, London, the largest and oldest insurance market in the world, with 317 years of experience insuring individuals and corporations internationally. Rated A by AM Best Company and A by Standard and Poor's, Lloyd's provides financial strength and security that is unparalleled in the worldwide insurance market. Lloyd's is recognized as a market leader in the accident and health insurance arena and is well known for its innovative products and services. Presently, Lloyd's provides accident and health insurance to millions of individuals in almost every country of the world.

globe3.gif (1126 bytes) Am I Eligible for International Citizen Economy (ICE)?
International Citizen Economy is available to citizens of all countries of the world who are at least age 14 days and not older than age 74. If you are a US citizen, you must reside outside the US or plan to depart the US within 30 days of the Effective Date. If you are a US citizen, you must also reside outside the US for at least 6 months within each Certificate period. Citizens of other countries may reside anywhere, including their country of citizenship.

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Is Coverage Under International Citizen Economy Renewable?
Yes. International Citizen Economy is annually renewable. There are no medical questions at renewal. Renewal is only subject to your continued eligibility and payment of premiums. Your renewal premium will be the same as all persons of the same Certificate origination year, age and gender. If you purchase coverage before you reach the age of 65, and maintain coverage continuously for 10 years, subject to continued eligibility, you will automatically be eligible to apply for the International Citizen Senior Plan with no medical questions.

SPECIAL NOTE: This plan is renewable. This plan provides long-term medical coverage for non-US citizens around the globe including the U.S.A. For U.S. citizen, you must live or travel outside of  the United States for at least 6 months of any given 12 months of policy period in order to qualify for this plan. If you are a non-US citizen and a permanent resident of the United States, a green card holders, please contact us for eligibility requirement.

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Within 5 business days of receipt of your Application, you will be informed as to the acceptance of your Application and your Effective Date, or of any additional information required to continue the evaluation of your Application. Answer each question thoroughly and legibly, and attach additional sheets if necessary.
If your Application is not accepted, our Underwriters  will promptly refund your premium.
If your Application is accepted, you will receive a fulfillment kit containing your Certificate of Coverage, an identification card, a claim form, and instructions on how to use your insurance.

globe3.gif (1126 bytes) How Do I File a Claim?
Filing a claim is easy. Once your Application is accepted, you will receive a kit which contains a Claimant's Statement and Authorization form. Just complete this Claimant's Statement and Authorization form, attach original, itemized bills, and forward them to the Plan Administrator. Be sure to complete your claim form entirely, sign it, and indicate a convenient time and location to contact you in the event questions arise. If you have already paid certain expenses, attach copies of your paid receipts. You will be reimbursed for eligible expenses. In many cases, the Plan Administrator. will make payment directly to the hospital or physician who treated you. Remember, you are responsible for the deductible, coinsurance, and any ineligible charges.

Pre-certification
International Citizen Economy contains Pre-notification provisions. Pre-notification simply means that you must contact the Plan Administrator as soon as possible before a planned hospitalization or surgical procedure, or within 48 hours of an emergency hospital admission, or within the first 90 days of pregnancy. Pre-notification allows us to establish contact and make payment arrangements with your providers, negotiate discounts which will benefit both you and us, pre-arrange future care, and plan for your claim. Pre-notification helps us help you.

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What Are the Plan Features?

Pre-existing Conditions:
If your Pre-existing Conditions have been fully disclosed on your Application and not excluded or restricted by any other provision of your Certificate, your Pre-existing Conditions are covered up to $5,000 per Certificate Period and $50,000 Lifetime limit after you have been insured continuously for 24 months. Pre-existing Conditions include any Injury, Illness or Mental Health disorder that existed at or prior to your initial Effective Date, including chronic or recurring conditions.

Acute Onset of Pre-existing Condition:
If your Pre-existing Conditions have been fully disclosed on your Application and the conditions are not excluded or restricted by any other provision of your Certificate, you are covered for an Acute Onset of Pre-existing Condition up to $1,000 during the first 12 months of coverage and up to $2,500 during the second 12 months of coverage hereunder. An Acute Onset of a Pre-existing Condition is a sudden, unexpected outbreak or recurrence of a Pre-existing Condition, which occurs spontaneously and without advance warning, either in the form of Physician recommendations or symptoms which would have caused a prudent person to seek medical attention prior to the outbreak or recurrence. Treatment must be obtained within 24 hours of the sudden and unexpected outbreak or recurrence.

Schedule of Benefits & Limits

Benefits

Limits

Coverage Area Worldwide
Overall Maximum Limit $5,000,000 Lifetime
Deductibles Available $250, $500, $1,000, $2,500 or $5,000 per person per Certificate Period
Coinsurance -- Claims incurred in U.S. or Canada 80% of the next $5,000 of Eligible Medical Expenses after the Deductible, then 100% to the Overall Maximum Limit. The Coinsurance will be waived if expenses are incurred within the PPO
Coinsurance -- Claims incurred outside US or Canada 100% of Eligible Medical Expenses after the Deductible to the Overall Maximum Limit
Acute Onset of Pre-existing Condition $1,000 during the first Certificate Period and $2,500 during the second Certificate Period
Pre-existing Conditions $5,000 per Certificate Period subject to a Lifetime Maximum of $50,000 (including Acute Onset claims) after 24 months of continuous coverage hereunder
Maternity $5,000 per Pregnancy after 12 months of continuous coverage hereunder, including Inpatient, Outpatient and other benefits as herein provided. Not subject to Coinsurance
Newborn care $15,000 per covered Pregnancy, including Inpatient, Outpatient and other benefits as herein provided, during the first 31 days of life
Organ Transplants $250,000 Lifetime maximum for covered transplants*
INPATIENT BENEFITS (All Subject to Deductible and Coinsurance)
Hospital Room and Board $600 per day, maximum of 240 days per Hospitalization (including ICU days)
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) $1,500 per day, maximum of 240 days per Hospitalization (including non ICU days)
Lab, x-rays and other covered Inpatient services & supplies Usual, Reasonable and Customary Charges (except as limited herein)
OUTPATIENT BENEFITS (All Subject to Deductible and Coinsurance)
Office Visits (Including Physician, Specialist Physical, Psychiatrist, Chiropractor, Surgical Consultant, Physical or Occupational Therapist) 25 visits per Certificate Period per person as provided herein
Physician $70 per visit
Specialist Physician $70 per visit
Psychiatrist $60 per visit, after 12 months of continuous coverage hereunder
Chiropractors $50 per visit (must be prescribed by another non-Chiropractor Physician)
Surgical Consultant $500 per consultation prior to Surgery
Physical or Occupational Therapy $50 per visit (must be prescribed by a Physician who is not affiliated with the Physical Therapy practice)
X-rays $250 per exam (includes Sonograms, Ultrasounds and diagnostic Mammograms)
Laboratory $300 per exam (includes all procedures carried out on one specimen)
Emergency Room Usual, Reasonable and Customary
Local Ambulance $1,500 per Certificate Period per person
INPATIENT or OUTPATIENT BENEFITS (All Subject to Deductible and Coinsurance)
Prescription Medications Usual, Reasonable and Customary
Surgery Usual, Reasonable and Customary
Assistant Surgeon 20% of Surgeon benefit
Anesthesiologist 20% of Surgeon benefit
Midwife Services $500 per covered Pregnancy
MRI, CAT Scan, Echocardiography, Endoscopy, Gastroscopy, Colonoscopy and Cystoscopy $600 per exam
Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy Usual, Reasonable and Customary
WELLNESS BENEFITS (Not Subject to Deductible)
Well Child (under age 19) $50 per visit for a maximum of 3 visits per Certificate Period (included in Office Visit limit), after 12 months of continuous coverage hereunder
Wellness (Adult 19+) $250 per Certificate Period, after 24 months of continuous coverage hereunder, including Office Visit for $70 and X-Ray and Lab for $180
OTHER BENEFITS (All Subject to Deductible and Coinsurance)
Durable Medical Equipment Usual, Reasonable and Customary charges for Wheelchair, Hospital Bed, and/or Toilet
Emergency Medical Evacuation $50,000 Per Certificate Period
Repatriation of Remains $25,000 Lifetime Maximum
Emergency Reunion $5,000 Lifetime Maximum
*Covered transplants include Heart, Heart/Lung, Lung, Kidney, Kidney/Pancreas, Liver and Allogenic and Autologous Bone Marrow.

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Optional Sports Rider

Sports Category Lifetime Maximum
Extreme Sports $25,000
Contact Sports $5,000

Optional Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Term Life Insurance  

Age

Basic Life
Principal Sum

Supplemental Life
Principal Sum

19 to 59 $50,000 $50,000
60 to 64 $25,000 $25,000
65 to 69 $10,000 Not Available
Dependent Child $5,000 Not Available

Accident Death and Dismemberment

Accidental Death Principal Sum

Accidental Loss of Two Members

Principal Sum
Accidental Loss of One Member 50% of Principal Sum
"Member" means hand, foot or eye. The Benefit is based on your age at time of Death or Dismemberment.
 

Optional Dental Rider

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 and after
Preventative Dental Benefits
Children age 9 through 16 (after 3 months of continuous coverage)
100% 100% 100%
Basic Dental Benefits (after 6 months of continuous coverage) 50% 65% 80%
Major Dental Benefits (after 6 months of continuous coverage) 30% 40% 50%
Dental Deductible $100.00 per Certificate Period $100.00 per Certificate Period $100.00 per Certificate Period
Maximum Dental Benefits $500.00 per Certificate Period $750.00 per Certificate Period $1,000.00 per Certificate Period

globe3.gif (1126 bytes) Exclusions and Limitations:
The following charges, treatments, care, services, supplies and/or conditions are excluded from coverage:

1) Charges not incurred during the Certificate Period
2) Services or treatment payable by another insurance or government
3) Substance abuse
4) Charges which exceed usual, reasonable and customary
5) Investigational or experimental surgeries or treatment
6) Custodial, educational or rehabilitative care

7) Weight modification
8) Cosmetic surgery, unless reconstructive surgery is directly relating to a covered Illness or
      Injury
9) Individuals HIV+ at effective date
10) Drugs or treatment for sexual dysfunction
11) Charges for use of Emergency Room for treatment of Illness unless the patient is directly admitted to the Hospital as Inpatient for further treatment of that Illness
12) Drugs or treatment to promote or prevent conception
13) Devices or procedures to correct sight or hearing
14) Self-inflicted Injury or Illness
15) Foot care, unless related to a covered accidental Injury
16) Treatment or supplies not ordered by a Physician or not Medically Necessary, except for
       Wellness benefits provided herein.
17) Organ transplants, except for covered transplants

18) Speech, acupuncture or sleep therapy
19) Acts of terrorism, war, insurrection, riot or any variation thereof
20) Dental treatment, except emergency treatment following a covered accident, or unless
       Dental Rider is purchased
21) Orthodontia (Dental Rider Exclusion)
22) Sealants, Bleaching and oral hygiene expenses (Dental Rider Exclusion)

This is a summary of the exclusions contained in the Certificate of Insurance. See the Certificate of Insurance for a complete list of exclusions.

globe3.gif (1126 bytes) Special Illness Exclusion:
The following conditions which manifest themselves within the first 180 days of coverage are excluded: any condition of the breast, prostate, the reproductive system, hernia, gallstones, kidney stones, glaucoma, cataracts, disk disease, tonsils, adenoids, hemorrhoids, all types of cysts and any disorder or disease of the skin.

globe3.gif (1126 bytes) Wellness:
After 12 months of continuous coverage, children under the age of 19 are eligible for Wellness benefits that are not subject to the Deductible. After 24 months of continuous coverage, adults age 19 and older are eligible for Wellness benefits that are not subject to the Deductible. Wellness benefits include routine physical exams, tests and immunizations, as well as mammogram and OB/GYN visits for adult females.

globe3.gif (1126 bytes) Emergency Medical Evacuation:
International Citizen Economy provides coverage for Emergency Medical Evacuation to the nearest medical facility qualified to treat your life threatening condition or potential loss of limb. All Emergency Medical Evacuations must be approved in advance and coordinated by the Plan Administrator. Emergency Medical Evacuations provide you with access to care when you need it most. The Plan Administrator is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to approve and coordinate Emergency Medical Evacuations as well as other valuable assistance services needed during an Emergency.

globe3.gif (1126 bytes) Emergency Reunion:
In the event of a covered Emergency Medical Evacuation, the International Citizen Economy will provide the following benefits: the cost of an economy round-trip air and/or ground transportation ticket for one of your relatives (parent, spouse, sibling or child age 18 or older) for transportation to the area where you are hospitalized following Emergency Medical Evacuation, and reasonable expenses for lodging and meals for your relative for a period not to exceed 15 days.

globe3.gif (1126 bytes) Repatriation of Remains:
In the event of a covered Injury or Illness resulting in your death, International Citizen Economy will provide the following benefit: air or ground transportation of bodily remains or ashes to the area of your Principal Residence and reasonable cost of preparation of your remains necessary for transportation.

globe3.gif (1126 bytes) Optional Dental Insurance:
If you purchase the Dental Rider, children age 9 to 16 are covered for Preventative Dental care, including routine oral exams every 6 months, fluoride treatment every 12 months and bitewing x-rays every 24 months. All family members are covered for Basic and Major Dental procedures. Basic Dental procedures include Periodontics, Endodontics, fillings and extractions. Major Dental procedures include restorations, crowns, bridges and dentures. All benefits are subject to Deductible, Coinsurance, and Certificate Period maximums.

globe3.gif (1126 bytes)Optional Term Life and AD&D Insurance:
If you reside outside the US, you may purchase the Optional Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance to protect your family and provide cash benefits in the event of your death. The amount of Basic coverage ranges from $5,000 to $50,000, depending on your age at the time of your death or dismemberment. If you are at least 19, but not yet 65, you may purchase Supplemental coverage, which doubles the benefits available to you.

International Citizen Assistance Services:
The following Assistance Services are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week while your International Citizen plan is in effect.

Pre-Trip Health and Safety Advisories (available after your purchase of the International Citizen Series, and before your departure) - call us for current passport, visa, inoculation and vaccine requirements, as well as up-to-date travel safety advisories.
Livetravel Services -
we will make emergency travel and itinerary changes for you including rebooking flights, hotel reservations and ground transportation arrangements.
BagTrak -
we are the industry leaders in tracking lost checked baggage. We will help you locate your lost checked baggage, and deliver it to you anywhere in the world.
Emergency Message Relay -
we will relay messages to your family, friends and co-workers, helping you to maintain contact during an emergency.
Emergency Cash Transfers -
we will assist you in arranging and obtaining cash transfers anywhere in the world.

Other International Citizen Assistance Services include:

901bbalb.gif (879 bytes)Medical referrals
901bbalb.gif (879 bytes)Up-to-the-minute travel medical advisories
901bbalb.gif (879 bytes)Assistance with prescription drug replacement
901bbalb.gif (879 bytes)Dispatch of a doctor or specialist
901bbalb.gif (879 bytes)Emergency travel arrangements for family members
901bbalb.gif (879 bytes)Lost passport or travel documents assistance
901bbalb.gif (879 bytes)Embassy and consulate referrals
901bbalb.gif (879 bytes)Legal and accounting referrals
901bbalb.gif (879 bytes)Bail bond assistance
901bbalb.gif (879 bytes)Translation and interpretation assistance

International Citizen Assistance Services are not insurance benefits and provision of any International Citizen Assistance Services is not a guarantee of any other benefit under the International Citizen Economy.

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ˇTenga un viaje seguro! Ayez un voyage sűr! Have a safe trip!
 

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INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL NEWS BRIEFS:
Please note that we at Sunburst Worldwide Insurance Services provides the International Travel News Briefs as a value-added service to our international clients and visitors of this website. Our International Travel News Briefs are updated frequently, in order to provide you with current and reliable news and events as quickly as we can. We have no control over the content of external websites, and links to various external news sources may become inactive at any time. We suggest that you bookmark our website and return frequently to check the current global news posted on our website.

European food contamination kills 16, sickens 1150 June 1, 2011
A massive and unprecedented outbreak of bacterial infections linked to contaminated vegetables claimed two more lives in Europe on Tuesday, driving the death toll to 16. The number of sick rose to more than 1,150 people in at least eight nations. more...

Woman in face veil detained as France enforces ban April 11, 2011
 A woman has been detained in France for wearing an Islamic veil across her face, after a law banning the garment in public came into force.
more...

Faked Airline-Pilot Records Prompt India to Review Licenses March 25, 2011
India is reviewing the licenses of all of the 4,000-plus airline pilots working in the country, as police investigate at least 18 people suspected of using forged documents to win promotions or certification. more...

Tech bans study abroad travel to Mexico March 25, 2011
The Department of International Affairs officially has banned study abroad in Mexico through Texas Tech because of increased violence in the country caused by drug cartels. more...

China's Capital Tightens Controls on Foreign Media March 08, 2011
Officials in China's capital said Sunday that foreign reporters must seek government permission to conduct interviews in Beijing, taking a hard interpretation of current, more liberal regulations amid Internet calls for Middle East-style popular protests. more...

Beijing Says "Jasmine Protest" Calls Doomed to Fail March 08, 2011
Calls for "Jasmine Revolution" protests in Beijing are doomed to fail as people want peace and stability and government policies are popular, a spokeswoman for the city's government said on Sunday.
more...

Thousands of airline passengers bags mislaid during snow  January 05, 2011
Telegraph.co.uk: Passengers face the threat of a fresh wave of strikes in the New Year after leaders of the Unite union withdrew their backing for a peace deal.

Australia city braces for flood peak January 05, 2011
The Australian city of Rockhampton is bracing itself as devastating flood waters are expected to reach their highest levels in the next 12-18 hours. more...

Qantas grounds A380 fleet after engine failure November 4, 2010
Australia's Qantas grounded its entire fleet of Airbus A380s after a midair engine failure forced an emergency landing in Singapore. There were no injuries in the incident, which occurred about 15 minutes after takeoff, but Qantas said it would "suspend those A380 services until we are completely confident that Qantas safety requirements have been met."

Britain, Australia give travel warnings for India, Taiwan doesn't  September 20, 2010
 Australia and Britain on Monday warned their citizens about possible terror attacks in New Delhi but Taiwan underplayed the shooting of two of its citizens in the city a day earlier.  more...

Security tightened for red rally September 16, 2010
East Asia / Pacific - Thailand  Bangkok city inspectors, or thetsakit, will work with police in guarding about 40 locations in the capital when supporters of the red-shirt United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship gather on Sunday. more...

Bangkok raises security to high alert after recent blasts September 03, 2010
BANGKOK : Thailand has put over 460 locations across Bangkok on high alert on Friday in response to a series of grenade attacks that have rattled nerves in a city still under emergency rule after deadly protests. Royal palaces, key government buildings, power plants and public transport will receive special protection from the Centre for Resolution of Emergency Situation (CRES), the body set up to monitor security since unrest in April.

Man seriously injured in Bangkok blast August 27, 2010
 A man was injured in a second bomb attack at the same central Bangkok location within a month, police said Friday, as the city remains under emergency rule after deadly anti-government protests.  more...

Thousands evacuated after floods in China, N. Korea  August 21, 2010
More than 120,000 people have been evacuated in northeast China following serious floods that have already left four dead and forced the relocation of thousands in neighbouring North Korea. 
more...

Peru plague outbreak kills 1, infects at least 31 August 4, 2010
LIMA, Peru – Peru's health minister says an outbreak of plague has killed a 14-year-old boy and infected at least 31 people in a northern coastal province.

Mexico worried by rise in hemorrhagic dengue July 22, 2010
MEXICO CITY – Mexico is facing a sort of perfect storm of floods that breed mosquitoes, prompting a big increase in the number of hemorrhagic dengue cases, the country's top epidemiological official said Wednesday.

Mexico Ends Swine-Flu Alert After 14 Months July 1, 2010
The Mexican government announced on Tuesday the end of the health alert for the AH1N1 flu virus after 14 months in which 1,289 people died in this country and 72,000 cases were registered. . ..

South Korea foot-and-mouth outbreak spreads to mainland April 20, 2010
SEOUL: South Korea said Tuesday that an outbreak of foot-and-mouth had spread to its mainland from an island west of Seoul despite a mass cull aimed at containing the animal disease.

Thailand's PM declares emergency April 7, 2010
Thailand's prime minister declares a state of emergency in Bangkok amid growing anti-government protests. In a televised address, Mr Abhisit said the move - which gives sweeping new powers to the security forces to tackle protesters - would help restore order. It comes hours after thousands of "red-shirt" protesters marched on parliament - forcing MPs to flee the building.

1,000 Die Of TB In India Every Day, Says WHO March 25, 2010
The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that 5,000 Indians develop TB and nearly 1,000 people die from it every day - the equivalent of two deaths every three minutes. Yesterday was World TB Day, organised by the Stop TB Partnership, a network of organisations and countries fighting the disease, which currently infects one-third of the world’s population, according to the WHO.

Massive earthquake strikes Chile February 27, 2010
A massive earthquake has hit central Chile and killed at least 122 people, though the toll is expected to rise. The 8.8 quake caused widespread damage, destroying buildings, bridges and roads in many areas, including the capital where a chemical plant caught fire. President Michelle Bachelet declared a "state of catastrophe" in affected areas and appealed for calm.

Chile earthquake: Pacific nations brace for tsunami Feb. 27, 2010
Santiago's international airport was forced to close, a highway bridge ..."Tsunami waves in the deep ocean travel about the same speed as a jet plane and ...

Brazil Confirms Dengue Epidemic in 5 States February 20, 2010
 Brazilian authorities confirmed Thursday an epidemic of dengue fever in municipalities in five states and they attributed the spread of the disease to the massive movement of people around the country for the Carnival celebrations.

Group targets spiked drinks during Games February 10, 2010
Vancouver is fast becoming a party town as the Olympic Games near. But organizers of the SafeVibe campaign hope residents and visitors hitting bars and lounges don't fall victim to spiked drinks. ..

U.starts aid airdrops into Haiti January 19, 2010
The US military begins airdrops of food and water into Haiti, as aid efforts gather pace a week after the devastating earthquake. Some 14,000 ready-to-eat meals and 15,000 litres of water were dropped north-east of the capital, Port-au-Prince, the US said.

Security fears in quake-hit Haiti January 16, 2010
Security concerns rise in Haiti's capital as distribution problems continue to hamper the supply of aid to desperate quake survivors. Days after the quake devastated Port-au-Prince, killing tens of thousands, there are some reports of gangs preying on residents and looting. Officials say thousands of prisoners are unaccounted for after the main prison was destroyed. Relief has been arriving, but little has moved beyond the jammed airport.

SKorea to kill animals to curb spread of 1st outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in 8 years January 7, 2010
SEOUL, South Korea - South Korea reported its first outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in eight years, prompting quarantine officials to prepare to slaughter cows, pigs and other animals to stop its spread, an official said Thursday. Six out of 185 dairy cows at a farm in Pocheon, about 30 miles (45 kilometres) north of Seoul, tested positive, Agriculture Ministry official Lee Chang-buhm told reporters.

U.S. lifts HIV/Aids immigration ban  January 4, 2010
The US lifts a 22-year immigration ban that stopped anyone with HIV/Aids from entering the country. . .
It put the US in a group of just 12 countries, also including Libya and Saudi Arabia, that excluded anyone suffering from HIV/Aids.

 

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