@morefuninthephilippines
Australian expat in the Philippines
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Registration: 25 October 2013
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Medicine and other rubbish blown-out costs by morefuninthephilippines
Coming to the Philippines Im sure most ( as I did) look forward to a cheap and fruitful living compared to the western worlds. I was rudely,rudely shocked when it came to the costs of medicine and healthcare. Firstly, I gave birth to my child ...
From what I saw in the Philippines, the health care system is in need of improvement. If I lived there I would most assuredly get as many medications from home as possible.I totally agree, if you have long term medications stock up on as much as ... Read More
Medicine and other rubbish blown-out costs by morefuninthephilippines
Coming to the Philippines Im sure most ( as I did) look forward to a cheap and fruitful living compared to the western worlds. I was rudely,rudely shocked when it came to the costs of medicine and healthcare. Firstly, I gave birth to my child ...
Amen! Read More
Medicine and other rubbish blown-out costs by morefuninthephilippines
Coming to the Philippines Im sure most ( as I did) look forward to a cheap and fruitful living compared to the western worlds. I was rudely,rudely shocked when it came to the costs of medicine and healthcare. Firstly, I gave birth to my child ...
Everything I wrote is genuine (and positively heartfelt). I can say the same thing about your "work" except that you need a little more self-restraint.Im sorry but if saying "I hope I dont cause you a seizure" is heartfelt and genuine then I have ... Read More
Maids by morefuninthephilippines
One thing, I must admit, is I got a little excited when my husband and I decided to look at the option of having a maid. People here don't understand that as it is the norm, but coming from Australia it was quite the novelty! I no longer have a ...
Ponani, sorry, my question was adressed to Nugtech, not to you.I am talking about living in the Philippines, married to a Filipina, and she has plenty of unemployed family who need work, so hire them already.I think some people are missing the point ... Read More
Maids by morefuninthephilippines
One thing, I must admit, is I got a little excited when my husband and I decided to look at the option of having a maid. People here don't understand that as it is the norm, but coming from Australia it was quite the novelty! I no longer have a ...
So, in summary. It works for some, not for others. Having a maid has benefits and costs. Because your dealing with people, you will experience people problems and people benefits. Welcome to life! I am a people person, I like having someone around. ... Read More
Medicine and other rubbish blown-out costs by morefuninthephilippines
Coming to the Philippines Im sure most ( as I did) look forward to a cheap and fruitful living compared to the western worlds. I was rudely,rudely shocked when it came to the costs of medicine and healthcare. Firstly, I gave birth to my child ...
The general rule at ER's both here and in America is those with worse conditions get treated first. Back in the US, I had a medical emergency. Paramedics gave first aid, brought me to the ER. It took over 2 hours before I got seen by a doctor (and ... Read More
Medicine and other rubbish blown-out costs by morefuninthephilippines
Coming to the Philippines Im sure most ( as I did) look forward to a cheap and fruitful living compared to the western worlds. I was rudely,rudely shocked when it came to the costs of medicine and healthcare. Firstly, I gave birth to my child ...
For your medicine, it would seem to make sense to have it purchased in Australia and then sent to you in the PI.I agreeYes when I am able to go there I stock up, but as far as postage goes its not so easy. Read More
Suitable living by aussie pete
Will be moving to Phils looking to buy house and lot - max 2-3 hour drive from Makati. Looking for cooler climate area, mountain, beach, views, nature, safety. Suggestions so far Tagaytay, West Grove, Greenfields Estate, Anvaya Cove (Subic). Does ...
Pete the only thing u can own here is a condo,(not land)people have tried imagative ways to get around this but they are costly the main thing to protect against is a breakup with ur wife and it does happen much too often I'm sorry to say Peteso a ... Read More
Medicine and other rubbish blown-out costs by morefuninthephilippines
Coming to the Philippines Im sure most ( as I did) look forward to a cheap and fruitful living compared to the western worlds. I was rudely,rudely shocked when it came to the costs of medicine and healthcare. Firstly, I gave birth to my child ...
Of course you should expect to pay more out of pocket in the Philippines for meds than in Australia, where the taxes of your parents and grandparents fund a national health system. Marginal tax rate of 40% once you hit $90,000 of income.Yeah, ... Read More
Send Money from Australia to Phils by aussie pete
Hi, need advice on sending a significant amount of money to Phils from Australia. What is the best way? by bank or other ??? which is the best bank / other ? in Phils and in Australia to deal with,? best exchange rate? lowest fees ? minimal ...
I got an international travel mastercard. You can get it from most banks in Australia (I got mine from suncorp) its made for travelling and you can transfer from your Australian bank account. mastercard.com.au/prepaid-card/travel-money-card.html Read More
Medicine and other rubbish blown-out costs by morefuninthephilippines
Coming to the Philippines Im sure most ( as I did) look forward to a cheap and fruitful living compared to the western worlds. I was rudely,rudely shocked when it came to the costs of medicine and healthcare. Firstly, I gave birth to my child ...
Does anyone know the cost of Depo provera shot here? Read More
How to spend your time in Manila? by morefuninthephilippines
Manila, both loved and hated by so many. On first arrival driving out from the airport to the hotel, can be a shocking experience for those visiting a 3rd world country for the first time.Sadly, you will adjust to seeing the old and the young ...
So Christmas is here, and I am planning to go and see the Ayala Light show sometime this week. Any other must see's in Metro Manila? Read More
Moving house Philippines - Bills, bills, bills (P.3) by morefuninthephilippines
For me, the Philippines is odd as it has many contradicting rules.And sometimes that can get me very frustrated. This seems to occur most ( i think as all countries!) when it comes to billing for ammenties etc. You do have the option to transfer ...
Any other feedback guys on something I may have missed? Read More
Maids by morefuninthephilippines
One thing, I must admit, is I got a little excited when my husband and I decided to look at the option of having a maid. People here don't understand that as it is the norm, but coming from Australia it was quite the novelty! I no longer have a ...
I believe many of you are missing some important points here. First of all, it is the culture in the Philippines that many families (if they can afford it) have some degree of domestic help. In my wife's family it was often a relative; a way to ... Read More