Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Qatar, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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General Medical Care
Qatar has a wide range of medical facilities, with some of the best specialist doctors in the world practising at the medical departments in the Hamad Medical Corporation (Qatar’s... read more
Health Insurance
Most international companies have private health insurance cover for employees and their dependants. Nevertheless, you should still get your health card as soon as you have your residence... read more
Donor Cards
You should make your wishes known to family or friends living in Qatar in case of emergency - people who can intervene should the need arise. Otherwise there is as yet no formal system. read more
Giving Blood
Blood donor drives are not that common in Qatar, although you may see them occasionally at various educational institutions such as Qatar Foundation’s campus in Education City... read more
Giving Up Smoking
Smoking, particularly among young men of all nationalities in Qatar is very common. Unlike other countries there is no effective policing of smoking indoors in places like malls and... read more
Hospitals
The government primary health centres are situated in various areas in Qatar (identifiable by what look like lampposts with green hexagons on top). If you have a government issued Health... read more
