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Vaccination Passes in France and Italy
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As vaccines become more widely available, and in an effort to reduce further COVID-19 spread, both Italy and France introduced vaccination passes this past August.
Italy introduced the Certificazione Verde (aka 'Green Pass') and requires it for all indoor events, such as museums and restaurants. Starting in October 2021, the Green Pass is also necessary to enter any health facility, including an ER. Find out more details on the Green Pass and how to obtain a pass if vaccinated outside the country on this website (website is in Italian). |
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France's pass (Passe Sanitaire) is likewise required to enter bars and restaurants and to visit hospitals and other public spaces. This website offers additional information (website is in French). Americans who need a Passe Sanitaire can find out more from the U.S. embassy website. As a reminder, updated information on COVID-19 can be found on the GeoBlue® website here.
Remote? In-Person? Delayed? How Institutions Are Handling the Return to Classes in the Face of the Latest COVID-19 Surge
The majority of institutions are returning to in-person learning, as scheduled. According to data from the College Crisis Initiative at Davidson College, nearly 90 percent of colleges and universities are welcoming students back to campus. Likewise, 98 percent will start on time, per data from a sample size of 502 institutions. Check out this article from Inside Higher Ed to learn how institutions are making decisions and what their mitigation strategies are.
Over-the-Counter COVID Testing |
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| Testing for the coronavirus continues to be an important tool in understanding the pandemic and the amount of COVID-19 that's in our communities. It's important for our members to understand the testing options available and how they're covered by health insurance. Please reference our COVID-19 FAQ page which has recently been updated to include information about over-the-counter testing coverage. |
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Addressing Student Visa Delays With Spanish Consulates |
| As we mentioned in our last newsletter, the Forum on Education Abroad, NAFSA: Association of International Educators, and the Association of North American Programs in Spain (APUNE) have issued a joint letter to the Spanish Embassy to address the extreme delays and recent challenges in getting student visas processed by Spanish consulates. You can read the letter here. |
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Helpful Resources
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Global TeleMD™
Our convenient telemedicine service is a great alternative to seeking in-person care. It offers members access to a global network of doctors who can provide advice and prescriptions for minor medical problems, with multiple language options available. This service is available for outbound and inbound members. |
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Healthcare in the U.S.
When a member needs in-person care, it’s not always easy to know where to go. Share this resource with members of your inbound program to help them navigate the different care settings in the U.S. |
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See You Soon!
BE SURE TO STOP BY AND VISIT US AT THE FOLLOWING EVENTS! |
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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Forum on Education Abroad Annual Conference
March 23-25, 2022 |
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SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA
American College Health Association (ACHA) Annual Meeting
May 30-June 3, 2022 |
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DENVER, COLORADO
NAFSA: Association of International Educators Annual Conference
May 31-June 3, 2022 |
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA
University Risk Management & Insurance Association (URMIA) Annual Conference
September 10-14, 2022 |
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Catch the Headlines: Be among the first to hear about news and issues impacting the globally mobile
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Grab a Seat: Register for upcoming events and webinars featuring relevant topics and industry experts
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Get to Know Us: Catch snippets of who we are and how we’re simplifying the international healthcare experience
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Telemedicine services are provided by Teladoc Health, directly to members. GeoBlue assumes no liability and accepts no responsibility for information provided by Teladoc Health and the performance of the services by Teladoc Health. Support and information provided through this service does not confirm that any related treatment or additional support is covered under a member’s health plan. This service is not intended to be used for emergency or urgent treatment medical questions.
GeoBlue® is the trade name of Worldwide Insurance Services, LLC (Worldwide Services Insurance Agency, LLC in California and New York), an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. GeoBlue is the administrator of coverage provided under insurance policies issued in the District of Columbia by 4 Ever Life International Limited, Bermuda, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.
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