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Health tourism booming in Belgium 11/12/2006
In 2006, scores of people have headed to Belgium - for everything from hip surgery to fertility treatment. We report on this growing trend. read more
Global warming in the workplace 17/11/2006
What can you expect from your employers during 'freak' weather periods - hot or cold? We offer tips and advice based on existing policies across Europe. read more
Learning to cope with life abroad 19/06/2006
The psychological effects of global mobility can be physically painful. We report on why expats are urged to undergo a radical overhaul of their personalities to flourish in an overseas assignment. read more
Food for the soul 17/03/2006
The passion of two expat sisters, a new restaurant in Brussels is quietly serving 'smart food' to heal the body, mind and soul. read more
Helping TCKs avoid the pitfalls of global living 08/02/2006
Do you take country-hopping in your stride? Even if you feel the answer is yes, beware. The baggage you carry around with you could be unresolved grief and you might already be suffering from the symptoms. We investigate further. Natasha Gunn reports. read more
Helping expat parents in Belgium 18/01/2006
We investigate what the Brussels Childbirth Trust has on offer. read more
NewBornNet 03/01/2006
Help is never too far away 25/10/2005
Expats have been receiving assistance from the Community Help Service in Brussels for more than 35 years. But why are expats prone to mental health problems and what can CHS do to help? read more
Where ships take the elevator
Bernd F. Meier heads for Mons to witness the extraordinary machines that raise ships in the air.
disscussion forum
- Discuss Belgian Culture ..and I was beginning to think I could make Brussels work, by egg spat 15/05/2008 13:49
- Expat Get-Togethers Expats, come travel with us!, by jerry33 14/05/2008 19:34
- Legal Problems Cohabitation visa and work permits, by yogureta 13/05/2008 15:21
- USA Forum Chicago to Namur to Arlon, by dimi_iv2003 13/05/2008 14:26
- Healthcare Giving birth - Ottignies / Wavre / Waterloo / Uccle, by Guest 11/05/2008 18:57
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