I don’t think its off topic. How US and international insurances work in the DR. Or at least its DR related
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No need for Covid tests for arriving tourists
UPMC manages my medicare. I deal through them and they do pay all those things,
COLUMBIA.....after several years of living there?
UPMC is a private health insurer. They are not Medicare.
Whatever additional coverages you have beyond Medicare may well provide you the benefits you reference in your prior post in the form of private supplemental insurance.
But Medicare, the government run program, does not.
Respectfully,
Playacaribe2
yesCOLUMBIA.....after several years of living there?
the U & the O,so close.COLUMBIA.....after several years of living there?
You are correct.
However, the different strains of Flu and COVID 19 result in different complications and problems.
DR and world medical professionals are still researching and compiling results.
Obviously we can't shut down the world as we are all learning how to live and cope with this situation in the next few years.
The world data is of course also being used by DR doctors to assess the situation, as research facilities in the DR are not on the same level as those of more developed countries.
The DR is changing arrival tests and screening as the situation develops.
Differences: COVID-19 and the Flu
Cause
COVID-19: Caused by one virus, the novel 2019 coronavirus, now called severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2, or SARS-CoV-2.
Flu: Caused by any of several different types and strains of influenza viruses.
Vaccine
COVID-19: No vaccine is available at this time, though development and testing is in progress.
Flu: A vaccine is available and effective to prevent some of the most dangerous types or to reduce the severity of the flu.
Complications
COVID-19: Lasting damage to the lungs, heart, kidneys, brain and other organs is possible after a severe case of COVID-19.
Flu: Influenza complications can include inflammation of the heart (myocarditis), brain (encephalitis) or muscles (myositis, rhabdomyolysis) tissues, and multi-organ failure.
Infections
COVID-19: The first cases appeared in China in late 2019 and the first confirmed case in the United States appeared in January 2020.
Approximately 24,490,692 cases have been confirmed worldwide. There have been 5,869,692 cases in the U.S. as of August 28, 2020.*
Flu: The World Health Organization estimates that 1 billion people worldwide get the flu every year.
In the U.S., for Oct. 1, 2019 – Apr. 4, 2020, the CDC estimates that there were 39 million to 56 million cases of flu. (The CDC does not know the exact number because the flu is not a reportable disease in most parts of the U.S.)
Deaths
COVID-19: There have been approximately 832,419 deaths reported worldwide. In the U.S, 180,857 people have died of COVID-19, as of August 28, 2020.*
Flu: The World Health Organization estimates that 290,000 to 650,000 people die of flu-related causes every year worldwide.
In the U.S., from Oct. 1, 2019 – Apr. 4, 2020, the CDC estimates that 24,000 to 62,000 people died from the flu. (The CDC does not know the exact number because the flu is not a reportable disease in most parts of the U.S.)
The COVID-19 situation is changing rapidly. Since this disease is caused by a new virus, people do not have immunity to it, and a vaccine may be many months away. Doctors and scientists are working to estimate the mortality rate of COVID-19, but at present, it is thought to be substantially higher than that of most strains of the flu.
*This information comes from the Coronavirus COVID-19 Global Cases map developed by the Johns Hopkins Center for Systems Science and Engineering.
it is completely Traveler to DR related, and more so for such as snowbirds etc.
I have been known to make spelling errors on purpose to shut down the grammar police. Guess that wasn't the case this time.COLUMBIA.....after several years of living there?
As usual, you’re absolutely correct. Medicare covers nothing outside of the USA. Zero. Zippo. Nada.
We have a SUPPLEMENTAL policy, that has a $250 deductible, for emergency care only. It is only valid the first 90 days we’re out of the country. The year Mr AE had dengue we exceeded the deductible, but never filed, so I can’t say how hard it is to actually get reimbursed.
Whatever he has, it’s not regular Medicare.
I think the reality is that they have to be seen to be doing something. Most countries have run out of ideas, they know that lockdowns are devastating for businesses so they develop this obsession with mask wearing because it's a really visible sign that you're doing something, even though masks are of very limited if no help at all. And like in DR, just keep extending the curfew because again it's a very clear sign that you're doing something.
In the four to five hours it take to play a round of golf, how much contact do you actually have with other people? Mostly from getting set up for your round in the clubhouse (easy to maintain social distance there). The locker rooms can be tight. Warming up and waiting to tee off (easy to maintain social distance) It is mostly people from your foursome mainly the other person in your cart and/or your caddie. A golf course is actually the perfect place to maintain social distancing. Your foursome meets at the green and can still maintain social distance. On that par 4, get on in two and read that 12 foot putt birdie putt breaking left. Nothing but cup ‼
I would feel safer playing a round of golf than I do going out everyday for basic stuff I need to do. I bet tourists will also. Night golf with glow ball is a blast. But trying to keep up with the ball on errant shots is a challenge. I wear a black hoodie when when I play course that are cool and windy at times to day warm.
Off topic: I have never had anyone carry my bags for me during a round of golf. Need to experience what that is like. And some posters up in here need to understand that the Dominican Republic is a representative democracy (small "d"). That rules put in place for public health are not socialistic. Simply google what the word means and if their reading comprehension in english is good (or whatever their primary language of their country happens to be) they might be able to understand.
I would feel safer playing a round of golf than I do going out everyday for basic stuff I need to do. I bet tourists will also. Night golf with glow ball is a blast. But trying to keep up with the ball on errant shots is a challenge. I wear a black hoodie when when I play course that are cool and windy at times to day warm.
Off topic: I have never had anyone carry my bags for me during a round of golf. Need to experience what that is like. And some posters up in here need to understand that the Dominican Republic is a representative democracy (small "d"). That rules put in place for public health are not socialistic. Simply google what the word means and if their reading comprehension in english is good (or whatever their primary language of their country happens to be) they might be able to understand.
But Colombia 🇨🇴 is a country.
Columbia is a city in the State of Missouri in the United States of America
Columbia is Private University in the City of New York, in the State of New York in the United States of America.
Not everyone posting here is from your country of origin my non-hoodie wearing friend. Just making things clear for everyones benefit.🤣
Heavy jet equipment yes. For Light jet/Turboprop equipment your statement is incorrect.
I shall now hold my breath an wait for your personal insult my man. It will not be long.🤣
Everyone has to make the personal decisions they are comfortable with to preserve their health in all situations. There is no reason to talk down to other people who choose to make decisions different from your own. I am not comfortable flying. And I am happy I do not have to do it anymore. But when I need to I will get on a plane and go where I need to go. And hope I can find a good deal that lets me travel in first class.
I took a flu shot also before I returned to 🇩🇴. The last stop I made before heading to the airport. But they neglected to let me know there was a COVID-19 shot. Or did I miss something❓
My first job 50 years ago was as a caddy. still remember $30 for 36 holes with 2 bags each time. That was 1972 and good $ for a 15 year old!
The CV19 golf rules are one player per cart...
they are installing plexiglass dividers in carts too
Caddy rates now are about $100 per bag...... $200 a round for the boys.... men actually
they are installing plexiglass dividers in carts too
Caddy rates now are about $100 per bag...... $200 a round for the boys.... men actually
Other countries have actively or effectively done nothing. Sweden and the United States of America come to mind.
Insanity Is Doing the Same Thing Over and Over Again and Expecting Different Results
But with you I understand that every time I reply to your post I am going to get the same response: A personal insult ‼ Was the information I posted incorrect my non-hoodie wearing friend?
Put me in the sane asylum, but only if it close to a beach like a AI with good bourbon on the drink menu. 🤣