Japan's health insurance overhaul to prevent abuse by foreigners

The government is set to revise Japan's health insurance system, applying stricter rules for its coverage to prevent abusive use mainly by foreigners, sources close to the matter said Tuesday.The move comes as the government is preparing to accept more foreign workers in the country where the population is rapidly aging. The planned revision is aimed at blocking the use of the insurance system by foreigners who have never lived in Japan, including the kin of such incoming laborers.The insurance, which covers medical expenses by not only corporate workers but also their kin, currently does n…READ FULL ARTICLE