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Tokyo Clinical Trials: Opportunities for Women and Men
There is a surge in opportunities, especially for women, for clinical studies with financial rewards, free time,and contributions to medical progress.
January 5, 2024 by
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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, […]
September 11, 2023
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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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GaijinPot Blog
Women’s Health
Pregnancy in Japan
From visiting the ob-gyn, the costs to maternity leave.
March 2, 2021
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GaijinPot Blog
Women’s Health
Women’s Clinics in Japan
Lady doctor basics in Japan.
February 2, 2021
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GaijinPot Blog
Women’s Health
Abortion in Japan
What to expect, where to go and how much it costs.
January 19, 2021
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GaijinPot Blog
Healthcare
Visiting a doctor in Japan
Vocabulary and a step-by-step guide for your next visit.
January 5, 2021
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GaijinPot Blog
Healthcare
Dentists in Japan
Dental procedures and vocabulary.
December 22, 2020
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GaijinPot Blog
Healthcare
Obtaining Japan’s health insurance
How to access Japan's medical care and services.
December 8, 2020
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GaijinPot Blog
Healthcare
Treatments covered and not covered by Japan’s health insurance
What is covered and what is not.
November 24, 2020
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GaijinPot Blog
Healthcare
The Difference Between Hospitals And Clinics in Japan
A quick guide based on your needs.
November 10, 2020
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GaijinPot Blog
Foreigner-Friendly Clinics, Fitness, Healthcare
Getting Physio with Club 360, Tokyo’s Premier Health Club
Club 360 offers physiotherapy and beyond, catered specifically to the expat community.
October 13, 2020
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Randiah Camille Green
Healthcare, Lifestyle
Demystifying the Japanese Health Check
Getting your annual health check in Japan doesn't have to be so scary. Here's what to expect.
September 18, 2020
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Matthew Coslett
Fitness
Three Home Workouts for Abs, Legs, and Cardio
Stuck at home and can’t go to the gym? Give these fat-burning circuits a try.
July 7, 2020
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Lena Handy
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