Travel Insurance for Low Blood Sugar

Travelling with low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) may require a little more preparation, but for many people it doesn’t mean putting holiday plans on hold. Hypoglycaemia is a condition where blood glucose levels drop below normal levels, which can cause symptoms such as dizziness, sweating, confusion, or weakness. It affects approximately 4 million people in the UK, most commonly among people living with diabetes. While symptoms can vary, many individuals successfully manage their condition through medication or ongoing care.

Travelling with a medical condition can take a little extra planning, but if your condition is stable and you’ve spoken with your doctor, there’s often no reason you can’t still enjoy a holiday abroad.

Travel insurance can help provide protection if low blood sugar affects your trip:

• Emergency medical treatment and hospital care abroad
• Medical transport or repatriation back to the UK if required
• Cancellation cover if you are unable to travel due to your condition
• 24-hour medical assistance while you are abroad

Travel advice for people with a medical condition

• Keep medication and monitoring equipment easily accessible
• Maintain regular eating and medication routines while travelling
• Check that you have enough supplies for the duration of your trip
• Seek medical advice before travelling if symptoms have recently changed

If you have been diagnosed with low blood sugar hypoglycaemia, you might need to declare it when applying for travel insurance. Read the medical declaration carefully to make sure.

Travel insurance is still available if you’ve been diagnosed with a medical condition. However, the cover options offered vary depending on the nature of the condition and how well it is controlled. Providing clear and accurate information during your medical declaration helps to make sure that the most appropriate cover is arranged.

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