Under the microscope

Almost every day, whether it be through the television, radio, press or the internet, we're sold an aspirational life in the sun that many only dared to dream of 20 years ago. Setting up home in foreign climes is even more achievable now for most Britons than it has ever been. Moving abroad, whether it's consciously for a better way of life or to follow a career path, is a trend that doesn't look set to change. A life in the sun may be these expats' life-style of choice, but does the sun still shine when they need medical attention? The expectations and excitement of preparing for a life ...