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Post Report of the Day

Doha, Qatar

What is the air quality like at post (good/moderate/bad)? Are there seasonal air quality issues? Does the air quality have an impact on health?

Terrible. Lots of air purifiers but it affects everyone differently. We still love it enough to extend.

How would you describe the availability and cost of groceries and household supplies relative to your home country?

You can find most things and get enough replacements. Prices generally are the same or less than the US. I don’t think produce is quite as good. Some specific US items can be super pricey.