A quick update on the flu vaccine. Compared to our last article, things have changed a bit, and recently a “circolare” from the Lazio Region has been issued which clarifies the different possibilities for carrying out the vaccine. Unfortunately, the situation is more difficult for foreign patients not registered with the National Health System (SSN). […]
by Francesco Gesualdo, Pediatrician The risk of COVID-19 is still present, but it is manageable. I have seen several families still somewhat paralyzed by the fear of contagion – some are choosing not to go out and avoid meeting other people. Many others, on the other hand, seem to live through this period as if […]
by Olivia Totten As a family living abroad, maybe constantly moving between countries, dealing with your children’s immunisations can be confusing and downright overwhelming. Different countries have different vaccination schedules, different endemic diseases and different regulations. We know that our community frequently wonders how vaccinations in Italy might differ from other countries. We have therefore […]
Over the years we have been lucky enough to accompany some of the most interesting people on their journeys to parenthood. This dynamic group of parents comes from over forty different nations with incredibly varied and fascinating career paths. Our families often find themselves flying off on missions or even arriving in Rome just in time […]
Over the past few years I have become addicted to podcasts. It is how I get the majority of my news, and adore The Moth and of course, Start Up. I listen whenever I can, while doing house hold chores or riding on public transit; so I was incredibly flattered to have been invited to do […]
Seeking health care in a country where you aren’t a native speaker of the language, can be daunting, we know, we have been there ourselves! In this very insightful article our amazing partner Lisa Ferland at knockedupabroad.com describes some of her hesitance at seeking medical treatment in a country where her mother tongue is not […]
