Mental Health
Mental Health in Japan
Depression is a very serious issue that affects every nation. As a foreigner in Japan, however, the adjustment to a new lifestyle, the culture shock, the long working hours and work and society-related stress can easily pile up. If you live alone here, it is beyond frightening. If you are feeling the symptoms of depression, […]
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Clinical Medical Trials in Japan
Clinical trials are medical research studies involving volunteer participants with healthy physical conditions from various backgrounds to observe how trial drugs affect a subject’s body. Participants are accepted, depending on the trial, based on criteria such as age, gender, body mass index (BMI) and ethnicity. Those accepted are typically well compensated. Trial phases Trials will […]
August 2, 2021
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Healthcare, Lifestyle, Men’s Health, Women’s Health
Birth Control in Japan
Birth control (unless for a specific medical condition) is not covered by Japanese health insurance. Finding the right doctor is key, as regular blood tests are part of the package of obtaining the pill and many contraceptive prescriptions require monthly renewals. Birth control methods available in Japan Pills Birth control pills are known as keikou hinin […]
April 6, 2021
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Drugs & Medications
Buying medicines in Japan
Learn more about medicines in Japan
March 16, 2021
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Women’s Health
Pregnancy in Japan
From visiting the ob-gyn, the costs to maternity leave.
March 2, 2021
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Women’s Health
Women’s Clinics in Japan
Lady doctor basics in Japan.
February 2, 2021
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Women’s Health
Abortion in Japan
What to expect, where to go and how much it costs.
January 19, 2021
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Healthcare
Visiting a doctor in Japan
Vocabulary and a step-by-step guide for your next visit.
January 5, 2021
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Healthcare
Dentists in Japan
Dental procedures and vocabulary.
December 22, 2020
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Healthcare
Obtaining Japan’s health insurance
How to access Japan's medical care and services.
December 8, 2020
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