Travel Insurance for a Heart Attack
Had a heart attack? Tell us about it in our online medical screening and we can look at cover for you.
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Get a QuoteIt’s important that if you have recently suffered a heart attack, you discuss this with a doctor before travelling. They will need to be satisfied that you are fit to fly after a heart attack and that your recovery is going well.
What is a heart attack?
A heart attack is a medical event where the blood supply to part of the heart becomes blocked, damaging the heart muscle that can affect people in different ways depending on the severity of symptoms and how well it is managed. In the UK, around 1.4 million people are living after having had a heart attack.
Most people who have experienced a heart attack continue to travel as normal, and with a little planning and proper management of the condition, it can often be done safely and confidently.
What travel insurance can cover after a heart attack:
- Emergency medical treatment abroad if your condition causes complications
- Hospital treatment and medical expenses during your trip
- Repatriation to the UK if you need to return home for further care
- Cancellation cover if you are unable to travel due to your condition
Travel advice after a heart attack
- Speak with your GP or specialist before travelling if you’ve had symptoms since your heart attack
- Keep your medication and a copy of your prescription easily accessible
- Plan regular breaks and avoid overexertion while recovering from a heart attack
- Find out where the nearest hospital or medical clinic is at your destination
When completing the medical declaration, it's important to read the questions carefully, and declare this type of condition if required.
We can arrange travel insurance for people who have had a heart attack, as well as for many other medical conditions. The cover available depends on how severe the condition is and how it is managed, so it’s important to answer all the medical declaration questions honestly and accurately.
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* Please note that cover will vary depending on individual medical screenings.
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