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The Atlas Professional is available to executives, business travelers, and frequent travelers who require a 12 month comprehensive, medical policy with coverage for multiple trips of 30 days duration or less. If you maintain medical coverage
 in your home country, the Atlas Professional is designed to take the risk out of your business travel.

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If you reside in Florida or have a mailing address in Florida, please contact us at 877-211-3654 or Info@worldwidemedicalplans.com before submit your application for Atlas Professional.

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

Why Buy Travel Insurance?
The answer is simple. International travel involves risk. You may arrive at your destination only to find that your luggage with valuable personal items has disappeared, a personal emergency may necessitate your early return to your Home Country, or a medical emergency may necessitate hospitalization or even air evacuation. In most cases, your existing insurance will not provide adequate protection to you for these and other risks involved with international travel. Without appropriate travel insurance, you can be exposed to significant financial liability. The Atlas Professional was designed   to take the risk out of international travel, so that you can have an enjoyable and productive trip.

Am I Eligible For The Atlas Series?
If you are under age 66 and you maintain medical insurance that covers you while you are in your Home Country, you are eligible for Atlas Professional. Your Spouse under age 66 and dependent children who are at least 14 days up through age 18 may also be covered, provided they too maintain medical insurance that covers them while they are in their Home Country. The Overall Maximum Limit is $1,000,000 per person.

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When Does Annual Coverage Become Effective and When Does It End?
The Effective Date is the later of: the date we receive your Application and correct premium or the date you request on your Application. The Period is 12 months. During the Period, you are covered for all trips of 30 days duration or less outside your Home country. Coverage is effective on the date you depart your Home Country, and ends on the date you return to your Home Country. If you purchase coverage for your Spouse and/or Dependents (under age 19), they are covered during the same time period as you as long as they accompany you on your trip.  

Does Atlas Professional Provide Any Home Country Coverage?
 If you started a Benefit Period during a covered trip, you are covered for Medical expenses only for the duration of the Benefit Period regardless of whether you are at home or abroad. Your Benefit Period begins on the first date you receive a diagnosis or treatment of a covered Illness or Injury while outside your Home Country and lasts for 180 days.

What Is Covered?
Limits apply to all benefits (See Schedule of Benefits and Limits):

Medical:

  1. Inpatient and Outpatient charges made by a Hospital.
  2. Charges made by a Physician, surgeon, radiologist, anesthesiologist, and any other medical specialist to whom the Physician has referred the case.
  3. Charges made for dressings, sutures, casts or other supplies prescribed by the attending Physician or specialist, but excluding nebulizers, oxygen tanks, diabetic supplies and all devices for repeat use at home.
  4. Charges for diagnostic testing using radiology, ultrasonographic or laboratory services.
  5. Charges for oxygen and other gases and anesthetics and their administration.
  6. Charges for prescription drugs for treatment of a covered Injury or Illness, but not for the replacement of lost, stolen, damaged, expired or otherwise compromised drugs.
  7. Charges made by a licensed Extended Care Facility upon direct transfer from an acute care Hospital.
  8. Emergency local ambulance transport incurred in connection with Injury or Illness resulting in inpatient hospitalization.

Let us help you when you need help most:

  • Prescription Drug Replacement
  • Emergency Travel Arrangements
  • Dispatch of Physician
  • Credit Card/Traveler Check Replacement

Complications of Pregnancy:
Treatment of Complications of Pregnancy during the first 26 weeks of Pregnancy is covered under this insurance. Complications of Pregnancy is defined as: Illnesses whose diagnoses are distinct from Pregnancy, but are adversely affected by Pregnancy or caused by Pregnancy, and not associated with a normal Pregnancy. This includes: ectopic Pregnancy, spontaneous abortion, hyperemesis gravidarum, pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, missed abortion and conditions of comparable severity.

Hospital Indemnity:
If you are hospitalized as an Inpatient for treatment of a covered Illness or Injury, the Atlas Professional plan will provide $100 for each night you spend in the hospital. This benefit is in addition to payments for other covered expenses and is not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance.

Acute Onset of a Pre-Existing Condition:
If you experience an Acute Onset of a Pre-existing Condition during a covered trip, you are covered for up to $5,000 Lifetime Maximum for Medical expenses plus $25,000 Lifetime Maximum for Emergency Medical Evacuation expenses. The conditions for Emergency Medical Evacuation benefits, as described herein, must be met in order for this benefit to be available. An Acute Onset of a Pre-existing Condition is a sudden and 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. Treatment must be obtained within 24 hours of the sudden and unexpected outbreak or recurrence.

Emergency Dental:
The following Emergency Dental expenses are covered: Emergency Dental treatment and Dental surgery necessary to restore or replace sound natural teeth lost or damaged in an Accident which is covered under this insurance subject to the Overall Maximum Limit; and Emergency Dental treatment necessary to resolve acute, spontaneous and unexpected onset of pain subject to a maximum benefit of $100.

Political Evacuation:
If the United States government issues a travel warning that becomes effective after your arrival in your destination country, the plan will provide for transportation to the nearest place of safety or for return to your Home Country. You must contact HCCMIS within 10 days of the date the travel warning is issued and the evacuation must be approved in advance and coordinated by the Plan Administrator.

Emergency Medical Evacuation:
If recommended by your attending Physician, who certifies that Evacuation is necessary to safeguard your life and that Medically Necessary treatment is not available locally, and if approved in advance and coordinated by HCCMIS, the Atlas Professional plan will provide the following benefits: Emergency air and/or ground transportation to the nearest Hospital that is qualified to provide the Medically Necessary treatment.
 

Medical Monitoring
Consultations with attending medical professionals during your hospitalization and establishment of a single point-of-contact for family members to receive ongoing updates regarding your medical status.
 

  Emergency Reunion:
In the event of a covered Emergency Medical Evacuation, Atlas Professional 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.

Return of Minor Children:
If you are the only person age 18 or older, traveling with one or more children under the age of 18, who are also covered by Atlas Professional, and you are Hospitalized for treatment of a covered Illness or Injury resulting in the children being left unattended for a period of time expected to exceed 36 hours, Atlas Series will provide the following benefit: The cost of a one-way economy air and/or ground transportation ticket for each covered child to the terminal serving the area of Principal Residence of each covered child.

Travel Document Replacement
Assistance with obtaining replacement passports, birth certificates, visas, airline documents, and other travel-related documents.
 

Accidental Death and Dismemberment:
In the event of your Accidental Death (except while traveling on a common carrier) or Dismemberment resulting from a covered Injury, Atlas Professional will provide the following benefit:

  • Accidental Death – Principal Sum to the Beneficiary designated on your Application
  • Loss of 2 eyes or 2 or more limbs – Principal Sum to you
  • Loss of 1 eye or 1 limb – One-half of the Principal Sum to you

Age

Principal Sum        

14 days to 17 years        

$5,000

18 to 65

$25,000

The Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefit is deleted during participation in a hazardous sport.
The Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefit is doubled in the event of loss resulting from Hijacking, Kidnapping or attempted Kidnapping.
All Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits are subject to a maximum of $250,000 per family.

Common Carrier Accidental Death:
In the event of your Accidental Death while traveling on board a commercial common carrier (except during a Hijacking), the Atlas Professional will provide the following benefit: Principal Sum of $50,000 ($25,000 for children under age 18) to the Beneficiary designated on your Application, subject to a maximum of $250,000 per family.

Repatriation of Remains:
In the event of a covered Injury or Illness resulting in your death, Atlas Professional will provide the following benefit: Air and/or ground transportation of bodily remains or ashes to the area of your Principal Residence, and reasonable costs of preparation of your remains necessary for transportation.

Natural Disaster:
In the event of natural disaster (hurricane, flood, tornado, tsunami, etc) Atlas Professional will provide up to $100 a day for up to 5 days for replacement accommodations if you are Displaced from planned, paid accommodations due to evacuation from forecasted disaster or following a disaster strike. Displaced is defined as required to depart the destination due to an evacuation ordered by prevailing authorities. Proof of paid accommodations must be submitted at time of claim.

Trip Interruption:

  1. If, after you have departed, you learn of the death of a parent, spouse, sibling or child, or you learn of the substantial destruction of your Principal Residence by fire or weather, Atlas Professional will provide the following benefit: The cost of an economy one way air and/or ground transportation ticket for you to the area of your Principal Residence; or
  2. If, following a covered Emergency Medical Evacuation, the attending Physician states that it is Medically Necessary for your return to your Home Country or to the area from which you were initially evacuated for continued treatment, recuperation and recovery, Atlas Professional will provide the following benefit: The cost of a one-way economy air and/or ground transportation ticket for your transportation from the area where you were hospitalized following the Emergency Evacuation, to the area where you were initially evacuated from, or to the terminal serving the area of your Principal Residence.

Provider Referrals
Contact information for Western-style medical facilities and medical and dental practices and pharmacies in your destination country where English is spoken.
 

 Lost Checked Luggage:
In the event your checked luggage is permanently lost by the carrier, Atlas Professional will provide the following benefit: Up to $250 for replacement of clothes and personal hygiene items, not to exceed $50 for any one item. You must file a formal claim with the transportation provider and provide copies of all claim forms and proof that the transportation provider has paid you its normal reimbursement for the lost checked luggage.

Lost Luggage Assistance
Tracking service to assist in locating luggage or other items lost in transit.
 

 

Travel Assistance
Travel Assistance Services are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week while your Atlas plan is in effect. In addition to the services already described, the following services are included:

  • Embassy and consulate referrals
  • Legal and accounting referrals
  • Bail bond assistance
  • Translation and interpretation assistance

For a complete list of available assistance services or for more information, please contact our office.

Atlas Professional Travel and Medical Assistance Services are not insurance benefits. Any Assistance Service provided is not a guarantee of any other benefit under Atlas Professional.
 

Schedule of Benefits and Limits

Benefit

Limit

Deductible: $250 per person, per trip
Coinsurance – Claims incurred in US or Canada: For each trip, Underwriters will pay 80% of the next $5,000 of Eligible Expenses after the Deductible, then 100% to the Overall Maximum Limit. Coinsurance will be waived if expenses are incurred within the PPO and expenses are submitted to Underwriters for review and payment directly to the provider.
Coinsurance – Claims incurred outside US or Canada: For each trip, Underwriters will pay 100% of Eligible Expenses after the Deductible up to the Overall Maximum Limit
Hospital Room and Board: Average Semi-private room rate, including nursing services
Local Ambulance: Usual, Reasonable and Customary charges when Covered Illness or Injury results in hospitalization
Hospital Indemnity: $100 per day (not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance)
Intensive Care Unit: Usual, Reasonable and Customary charges
Outpatient Treatment: Usual, Reasonable and Customary charges
Acute Onset of Pre-existing Condition: $5,000 Maximum Lifetime Limit for Eligible Medical Expenses
$25,000 Maximum Lifetime Limit for Emergency Medical Evacuation
Emergency Dental: Accident – Overall Maximum Limit
Acute Onset of Pain – $100 limit per Certificate Period (not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance)
Emergency Medical Evacuation: $500,000 Maximum Lifetime Limit (not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance)
Emergency Reunion: $15,000 limit per Certificate Period (not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance)
Return of Minor Children: $5,000 limit per Certificate Period (not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance)
Accidental Death and Dismemberment: Not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance
Lifetime Maximum - $25,000 adult; $5,000 children
Death - $25,000 adult, $5,000 children under age 18; Loss of 2 Limbs - $25,000 adult, $5,000 children under age 18; Loss of 1 Limb - $12,500 adult, $2,500 children under age 18; $250,000 Maximum per family
Common Carrier Accidental Death: Not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance
$50,000 per adult, $25,000 children under age 18; $250,000 Maximum per family
Repatriation of Remains: Overall Maximum Limit (not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance)
Natural Disaster Benefit: Up to $100 a day for 5 days when Displaced from planned, paid accommodations due to evacuation from forecasted disaster or following a disaster strike (not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance)
Trip Interruption: $5,000 limit per Certificate Period (not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance)
Lost Checked Luggage: $250 limit per Certificate Period (not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance)
Hospital Pre-certification Penalty: 50% of Eligible Medical Expenses
Optional Sports Rider: Overall Maximum Limit
Political Evacuation: $10,000 Maximum Lifetime Limit (not subject to Deductible or Coinsurance)
Terrorism: $50,000 Maximum Lifetime Limit, Medical Expenses only
Maximum per Injury / Illness $1,000,000
Overall Maximum Limit per Certificate Period (does not include Emergency Medical Evacuation) $1,000,000

  What Is Excluded?

The following charges, treatments, surgeries, medications, conditions and circumstances:
  1. For US citizens/residents, all charges incurred in the United States of America, including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, except for US citizens who have started a Benefit Period. This exclusion also applies to all non-US citizens/residents electing coverage excluding the US.
  2. Charges resulting directly or indirectly from any Pre-existing Condition, as herein defined, are excluded from this insurance, except for an Acute Onset of a Pre-existing Condition, up to the limit set forth in the Schedule of Benefits and Limits. A Pre-existing Condition is any (1) condition for which medical advice, diagnosis, care, or treatment (includes receiving services and supplies, consultations, diagnostic tests or prescription medicines) was recommended or received during the 2 years immediately preceding the Certificate Effective Date; (2) condition that had manifested itself in such a manner that would have caused a reasonably prudent person to seek medical advice, diagnosis, care, or treatment (includes receiving services and supplies, consultations, diagnostic tests or prescription medicines) within the 2 years immediately preceding the Certificate Effective Date; (3) injury, illness, sickness, disease, or other physical, medical, mental, or nervous conditions, disorder or ailment (whether known or unknown) that, with reasonable medical certainty, existed at the time of application or within the 2 years immediately preceding the Certificate Effective Date. For the purposes of the Complications of Pregnancy coverage offered hereunder, Pregnancy will not be included within the definition of a Pre-existing Condition. An Acute Onset is a sudden and unexpected outbreak or recurrence of a Pre-existing Condition, that occurs spontaneously and without advance warning either in the form of Physician recommendations or symptoms. Treatment must be obtained within 24 hours of the sudden and unexpected outbreak or recurrence.
  3. Treatment related to birth defects and congenital illnesses. Birth defects are deemed to include hereditary conditions
  4. Routine pre-natal care, childbirth, care of newborns, post-natal care, birth control, artificial insemination, infertility, impotency or sexual dysfunction, sterilization or reversal thereof.
  5. False labor, edema, prolonged labor, prescribed rest during the period of Pregnancy, morning sickness and conditions of comparable severity associated with management of a difficult Pregnancy, and not constituting a medically distinct Complication of Pregnancy, and all charges related to Pregnancy after the 26th week of Pregnancy.
  6. Mental Health Disorders or Substance Abuse.
  7. Charges which are not incurred during the Certificate Period or the applicable Benefit Period, and charges which are not presented to Underwriters for payment within 60 days from the end of the Certificate Period or the applicable Benefit Period.
  8. Charges for treatment of any condition(s) when the purpose of departing the Home Country was to obtain treatment in the destination country/countries.
  9. Charges for use of Emergency Room within the US for treatment of Illness unless the patient is directly admitted to the Hospital as Inpatient for further treatment of that Illness.
  10. Not Medically Necessary and administered or ordered by a Physician.
  11. Provided at no cost, by a family member, or by a person who ordinarily resides with you, or which are attributable to or recoverable from any other party including government-sponsored plans.
  12. Charges which exceed Usual, Reasonable and Customary.
  13. Investigational, Experimental or for Research purposes.
  14. While confined primarily to receive Custodial Care, Educational or Rehabilitative care.
  15. Venereal Disease, and treatment of individuals who are HIV+ or have AIDS or ARC, and all diseases caused by and/or related to HIV
  16. Treatment by a Chiropractor.
  17. Treatment for acne, other acne, moles, skin tags, diseases of sebaceous glands, seborrhea, sebaceous cyst, unspecified disease of sebaceous glands, hypertrophic and atrophic conditions of skin, nevus.
  18. Dental treatment, including treatment of the temporomandibular joint, except for Emergency Dental treatment necessary to replace sound natural teeth lost or damaged in an Accident covered hereunder or for the relief of acute, spontaneous and unexpected onset of pain.
  19. Corrective devices and medical appliances, including dentures or dental appliances, eyeglasses, vision exams, contact lenses, hearing tests, hearing aids, hearing implants, eye refraction, visual therapy, orthoptics or visual eye training or eye surgery (including cataract surgery and radial keratotomy) or for any examination or fitting related to these devices or procedures
  20. Injury resulting from participation in the following activities: Amateur Athletics, Contact Sports, intercollegiate, interscholastic, intramural, club, and professional sports or athletic activities. Non-contact and non-organized/non-sanctioned amateur sports or athletic activities engaged in by the Member solely for leisure, recreational, entertainment or fitness purposes are not excluded except the following, which are excluded: Mountaineering where a reasonably prudent person would use ropes or guides or at elevations of 4,500 meters or higher. Aviation, except when traveling solely as a passenger in a commercial aircraft. Hang gliding, sky diving, parachuting or bungee jumping; Snow skiing or snowboarding, except for recreational downhill and/or cross-country snow skiing or snowboarding (no cover provided whilst skiing away from prepared and marked in-bound territories and/or against the advice of the local ski school or local authoritative body); Racing by any animal or motorized vehicle; and spelunking; and subaqua pursuits involving underwater breathing apparatus unless NAUI/PADI certified, accompanied by a certified instructor, and at depths of less than 10 meters; jet skiing; and any other sport or activity which is undertaken for thrill seeking and exposes you to abnormal risk of injury
  21. Injury sustained while under the influence of or due wholly or partly to the effects of intoxicating liquor or drugs other than drugs taken in accordance with treatment prescribed and directed by a Physician but not for the treatment of Substance Abuse.
  22. Costs resulting from self-inflicted Injury or Illness and/or suicide or attempted suicide whether sane or insane and routine medical examinations, including but not limited to vaccinations, immunizations, annual check-ups, the issue of medical certificates and attestations, and examinations as to the suitability of employment or travel
  23. The Deductible, Coinsurance and charges which are not included as Eligible Expenses as described in the Master Policy, and charges which exceed the limits set forth in the Schedule of Benefits and Limits.
  24. Treatment required as a result of complications or consequences of a treatment or condition not covered hereunder.
  25. Charges for travel or accommodations, except as provided for in the Local Ambulance, Emergency Medical or Political Evacuation, Repatriation of Remains, Emergency Reunion, Return of Minor Children, Natural Disaster and Trip Interruption sections of this insurance.
  26. Treatment incurred as a result of exposure to non-medical nuclear radiation and/or radioactive material(s).
  27. Organ or tissue transplants or related services.
  28. Acts of Terrorism, war, insurrection, riot or any variation thereof.
  29. Treatment of all forms of cancer/neoplasm.
This is a summary of exclusions. For more details, or for a complete copy of the Master Policy, contact our office.

  What If I Plan to Participate in a Sport or Athletic Activity that is Excluded?
The Optional Sports Rider is available for the adventurous traveler. This Rider adds coverage for the Amateur sports listed in exclusion #20. The maximum coverage under this Rider is the Overall Maximum Limit you select. The Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefit is deleted during the course of the activity. 

Atlas Terrorism Rider
The Optional Atlas Terrorism Rider provides Medical coverage for Injuries and Illnesses resulting from an Act of Terrorism, subject to a $50,000 lifetime maximum, provided all of the following conditions are met:
  1. The Injury or Illness does not result from chemical, nuclear or biological weapons or events.
  2. You have no direct or indirect involvement in the Act of Terrorism.
  3. The Act of Terrorism is not in a country or location where the United States government has issued a travel warning that has been in effect within the 6 months prior to your date of arrival.
  4. You have not unreasonably failed or refused to depart a country or location following the date a warning to leave that country or location is issued by the United States government.

An Act of Terrorism is defined as: an act, including but not limited to, the use of force or violence and/or the threat thereof, of any person or group(s) of persons, whether acting alone or on behalf of or in connection with any organization(s) or government(s) committed for political, religious, ideological or similar purposes including the intention to influence any government and/or to put the public, or any section of the public, in fear.

What Are the Pre-Notification Requirements?
Hospitalizations, Surgeries, Emergency and Political Evacuations, Emergency Reunions, Trip Interruptions, Repatriation of Remains, Computerized Tomography (CAT Scan) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) must be Pre-certified. Simply call, or have your Physician call, HCCMIS with the information relative to your claim. You may also pre-certify by submitting details through Client Zone. Be sure to have your ID number available. If you do not Pre-certify, medical expenses will be reduced by 50% and all other expenses will be forfeited.

Who Is The Insurer?
Atlas Professional is insured by Syndicate 4141 at Lloyd's, London. Lloyd's is the largest and oldest insurance market in the world and is rated “A (Excellent)” by A.M. Best Company and “A+ (Strong)” by Standard & 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.

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Only if a written request is received by the Plan Administrator prior to the policy's effective date. The premium is non-refundable after that date.

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European food contamination kills 16, sickens 1150 June 1, 2011
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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.
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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.
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Thousands of airline passengers bags mislaid during snow  January 05, 2011
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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. 
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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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