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With faster emergency response, continuous care, and preventive wellness built into daily life, Storylines is redefining safe and healthy living at... Author: Dr. Brian Martin ![right-arrow-icon](https://www.storylines.com/hubfs/Images/right-arrow-icon.svg) [Health](https://www.storylines.com/blog/tag/health) [Medical](https://www.storylines.com/blog/tag/medical) [ExPats](https://www.storylines.com/blog/tag/expats) Aug 4, 2021 7:30:00 AM ### Accessing Healthcare as a Global Citizen How do ex-pats, liveaboard sailors and people living on cruise ships pay for their medical expenses?The availability of quality, cost-efficient... 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A visionary in complementary therapies, Dr. Martin brings over 25... 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