Travelling and travel insurance (AL amyloidosis) Infosheet

This Infosheet outlines some things you may need to consider when you travel. It also contains information on some travel insurance companies that specialise in providing travel insurance to people with pre-existing medical conditions. A checklist is provided to help you prepare for your holiday well in advance.

This Infosheet covers key things to think about when planning travel and finding travel insurance as someone with AL amyloidosis, including:

• Things you may need to discuss with your healthcare team before you travel
• What information you may need to share with travel insurance companies
• Essential information to check for within a proposed travel insurance policy
• A list of specialist travel insurance companies experienced in providing travel insurance for people with pre-existing medical conditions
• General advice and things to consider when travelling, such comfort on long-haul flights and sun safety

Key points you can read about in this Infosheet include:

• You may find it harder or more expensive to get travel insurance as someone with AL amyloidosis
• Discuss your travel plans with your healthcare team before booking
• It is very important to be covered to avoid the risk of high medical costs while you are on holiday
• You will likely need to give medical details over the phone or on an online screening form to get a travel insurance quote. Giving medical details over the phone may be preferable as it can help to minimise misunderstandings about your individual situation
• Allow enough time (at least one month) to organise insurance
• A number of insurance companies specialise in insuring people with pre-existing medical conditions. The cost and the level of cover vary considerably, so it is worth phoning a number of companies
• Other things to consider before travelling include: treatment you may need while you are away; air travel; and food and drink

Travelling and travel insurance (AL amyloidosis) Infosheet

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