Travel Insurance for Parkinson's Disease

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects the brain and causes symptoms such as tremors, stiffness and slower movement. It can affect people in different ways, depending on the severity of symptoms and how well it is managed. In the UK, around 153,000 people are living with the condition.

Note that due to the nature of the condition, this can affect your ability to obtain travel insurance or the level of cover available.

Plenty of people with Parkinson's disease continue to travel as normal, and with a little planning and proper management of the condition, it can be done safely and confidently.

Having the right travel insurance in place can help to cover:

• Emergency medical treatment if your condition worsens during your trip
• Hospital stays and related medical expenses abroad
• Medical repatriation to the UK if further treatment is needed
• Cancellation costs if you have to cancel your trip for medical reasons

Travel advice for people with a neurological condition

• Plan your activities at a comfortable pace
• Consider using taxis or public transport to reduce walking distances
• Take time to rest if pain or stiffness increases
• Pack any mobility aids you rely on at home

During the quote process, we will ask about any pre-existing medical conditions, including neurological conditions. If relevant, you will need to declare this on the policy.

Many travellers with existing medical conditions can still arrange travel insurance. The level of cover we can offer varies depending on the details of your diagnosis and how your condition is currently managed. Being honest and accurate when completing your medical declaration helps us to bring forward the most suitable cover options.

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