starwatcher67
American expat in Vietnam
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Registration: 30 May 2013
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Healthcare in Vietnam by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Vietnam ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Vietnam? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
I have seen the same with family sleeping on the floor. Eyes are blinded to the truth. Read More
Healthcare in Vietnam by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Vietnam ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Vietnam? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
I believe what I paid for is not what I received. I did get a bad very bad infection from surgery Read More
Healthcare in Vietnam by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Vietnam ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Vietnam? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
You tell the truth in your words. No money No treatment. Treatment outside the big city is a joke. Treatment in the big city can be too. Any serious illness that can cost your life should be treated back in your home country. 1th world country I ... Read More
Sending a package TO someone in HCMC by arc8iablue
My son is currently teaching in HCMC. He lost his ATM card and the bank sent the replacement to me. He also needs his original teaching certificate and asked me to send some stickers for him to pass out to his students. Can anyone suggest the best ...
My daughter sent 4 months of heart meds to me from the states plus some very important papers. We used UPS and were pleased. Customs does go through everything and make a mess. Good luck with the bank card Read More
Adapting to the climate in Vietnam by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Vietnam is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Vietnam? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
Living south of Saigon in Lap Vo, march April and May is nothing but HOT. When the Vietnamese family sits' in the shade fanning themselves you know it's hot. So I guess there's no getting use to the heat. I put a ac big tv with cable in ... Read More
How much to pay in-laws? by Vagabondone
Just curious how much other expats pay their wives parents. While I was dating we discussed this and I agreed to pay $300 a month to my mother-in-law ( No father). However, this money has always been a contentious issue and she now wants $500 a ...
I help because in 3 months my Vietnamese wife will graduate from Pharmacy school here in the states. She will then take care of her mother and help out with bills around the house. HA there's a Vietnamese Princess everywhere you look but a smart ... Read More
How much to pay in-laws? by Vagabondone
Just curious how much other expats pay their wives parents. While I was dating we discussed this and I agreed to pay $300 a month to my mother-in-law ( No father). However, this money has always been a contentious issue and she now wants $500 a ...
We give the mother $300 a month and she pays the electric and internet for her brother and family next door. 3 months ago she asked WHERE'S MY MONEY I let her know right then I give you money because I want to NOT because I have to. If your ... Read More
Homeless in New York, US want to move and work in Vietnam. by Justoneword
Hi all, my name is Than Nguyen, I am a college student/professional looking for employment in Vietnam to move back to Vietnam. I recently got into an argument with my mom, and she kicked me out, and currently living in a homeless shelter in New ...
Something just doesn't sound right. Read More
Healthcare in Vietnam by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Vietnam ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Vietnam? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
Yes all went well and thanks for the good wishes Read More
Healthcare in Vietnam by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Vietnam ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Vietnam? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
Ok 05/16/2015 and I was discharged this morning. After seeing all the doctors involved, my surgery went well yesterday. The only thing I did not like was not being in the same room with 3 other people but their family members who have no idea or ... Read More
Healthcare in Vietnam by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Vietnam ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Vietnam? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
We live in Lap Vo, 4 hours south of HCM by bus. Wifes grandmother fell and broke her hip. Hospital staff told family she is too old to fix the hip. After a month of living in pain she was taken to hospital and given a shot and sent home. 4 hours ... Read More
Healthcare in Vietnam by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Vietnam ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Vietnam? Thanks in advance for sharing ...
I am going to have minor surgery this Friday 05/15/2015. Minor but still going to put me under. My wife has taken me to the pubic hospital Benh Vien Binh Dan. Have not been taken ahead of others not once. Take a number and wait. Last week had blood ... Read More
Foreigners on motorbikes - good or bad? by Redmundial
Hi Everyone I hope your all well. I've been on the tripadvisor forum and there seems to be a constant outcry against foreigners driving motorbikes in VN. The general consensus there is that it's not legal, and very unsafe. I have to say ...
Keep in mind that if and I hope you are never involved in a accident while in Vietnam. Being right or wrong the one the police thinks has money will pay. Read More
Coffee at Starbucks in Saigon sucks and expensive! by NashCat
Coffee and cappucino at Starbucks not the same as in Canada or States. Prices are expensive. What do they put in it, nuoc mam??
Remember a year or so ago, the VN government found coffee ventors selling coffee make from grounded corn and soaked in chemicals. The chemicals gave the coffee flavor. Cheap coffee might not be coffee at all. Also the watermelons from china ... Read More
Relationships by ancientpathos
I am a 53 years old divorced Caucasian male from the USA. I really enjoy my life here in Vietnam. Been traveling a lot and it seems that a recurring theme has developed whenever I meet someone I am interested in. Please bear in mind that I do not ...
Have 2 stories of my own but won't get it to that. My advice is to go forward with your life and DON'T LOOK BACK. JMHO Read More