Qigong in North Cyprus
October 9, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Healthcare, North Cyprus Living
Qigong. Pardon, what did you say?! Ok, so the name looks a bit strange and you may have to look at it twice to be able to pronounce it, but on researching for this ancient Chinese practise we now can’t stop saying it! Read more
CESV North Cyprus
October 3, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Emergency Services, North Cyprus Guide
Formed in March 2008 the North Cyprus CESV (Civil Emergency Service Volunteers) is made up of both Turkish Cypriot and Expatriate citizens and operates in conjunction with the national Civil Defence Organisation. Read more
Retiring Abroad to North Cyprus
April 3, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under North Cyprus Living, Relocation
For those of you seriously thinking about retiring abroad, North Cyprus could just be the right place for you. Apart from the obvious benefits of living on the island such as its agreeable climate and the slower pace of life, all we generally require of our retirement years is a decent income to live on, a good standard of living and healthcare, and perhaps the ability to have a few of those luxuries which we never afforded ourselves during our working lives – well, all of these benefits and advantages, necessities and luxuries are available in Northern Cyprus. Read more
North Cyprus Turkish Red Crescent Society
March 6, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Emergency Services, North Cyprus Guide
The International Federation of the Red Crescent and the Red Cross Societies (IFRC) were originally formed in 1919 and now have around 186 national societies worldwide. The IFRC is overseen by the International Federation of the Red Cross (ICRC) which has authority under international humanitarian law to protect the life and dignity of the victims of international and internal armed conflicts. Read more
Relocating to North Cyprus – General Overview
February 5, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under North Cyprus Living, Relocation
When considering a move to another country there are many things to think about apart from the initial thoughts of ‘am I doing the right thing’? In this article we will assume that you have already decided to relocate to North Cyprus, after having done the appropriate research!
Depending on your reasons for moving to North Cyprus, whether it is to move your whole family for a new start, retiring to enjoy your time in a Mediterranean climate, or whether you wish to find work, we will attempt to offer some tips and advice. Read more
Fertility & IVF Treatments available in North Cyprus
February 5, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Medical Tourism, Tourism
For couples who are experiencing fertility problems and who are looking to pursue options for treatment, then North Cyprus is certainly a location that’s becoming a popular choice for many. In part the relaxing pace of life and warm climate help couples feel more relaxed about treatment, then couple this with the growing number of experienced doctors who are internationally qualified and you have a good location for fertility treatment. Read more
Cosmetic Surgery in North Cyprus
February 5, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Medical Tourism, Tourism
You may be surprised to see an article on cosmetic surgery in North Cyprus within our articles on tourism, but it does deserve a mention as ‘medical tourism’ does seem to be gaining in popularity with those seeking to either preserve or enhance their looks, or deal with a certain aspect of their body that is causing them to feel low. Read more
Baby Cord, North Cyprus
January 29, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Medical Tourism, Tourism
Baby Cord is a concept that has been pioneered in the United States for over a decade – the procedure involves baby cord blood being used to treat a number of illnesses in children such as life threatening diseases and disorders. This procedure is one which North Cyprus is involved with as well. Read more
Private Healthcare in North Cyprus
January 28, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Healthcare, North Cyprus Living
The private healthcare sector in North Cyprus is one which you should feel comfortable about if you are considering relocating to live here. Should you ever need treatment for any number of ailments or illnesses, or require emergency treatment such as surgery, then there are excellent and well equipped facilities to deal with pretty much every eventuality.
Expatriates who reside in North Cyprus can of course take out their own health insurance, and this may be advisable. Health insurance is available through many of the insurance companies and agents operating in North Cyprus which can offer a range of policies to suit your requirements, usually through the larger health insurance companies in Turkey. It is also possible to obtain health insurance direct via large international companies such as BUPA for example. Read more
Alternative Healthcare in North Cyprus
January 28, 2009 by Essential Ed
Filed under Healthcare, North Cyprus Living
There is a long way to go in North Cyprus with regard to introducing alternative therapies and medicine into the mainstream, but there are signs that a change is in the air, mostly from the European community, who perhaps have realised that there is a need for alternatives to drugs and placebos.
You can find a lot of alternative therapists on the great little Buzz Book website, www.thebuzzbook.com, and listed under ‘medical.’ You may be pleasantly surprised at the different types of practices available to treat a variety of ailments and illnesses. In this article we will detail as many as possible, giving you information on the people to contact and their speciality! Please be advised though that we are not aware of their individual qualifications, so make sure that you ask in advance of any treatment. Read more


