Travel Insurance for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
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Get a QuoteIf you have recently had SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome), it’s important to make sure you have fully recovered before travelling.
What is SARS?
SARS is a viral respiratory illness that affects the lungs and breathing, and it can affect people in different ways depending on the severity of symptoms and how well it is managed. In the UK, a very small number of people have been affected by the condition.
It’s important that you discuss your SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) with a doctor before travelling. They will need to ensure that you are fit to fly with severe acute respiratory syndrome and that any symptoms are well managed.
With the right preparation, medical guidance, and suitable travel insurance, people who have dealt with SARS continue to travel abroad with confidence.
Having the right travel insurance in place for severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) 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 respiratory condition like severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)
- Pack all the inhalers or breathing treatments you normally use
- Avoid exposure to smoke, pollution or allergens that may trigger SARS symptoms
- Plan activities at a pace that suits your breathing capacity
- Consider speaking with your doctor before travelling if your SARS symptoms have recently changed
During the quote process, we will ask about any pre-existing medical conditions, including respiratory conditions. If this applies to you, your severe acute respiratory syndrome will need to be declared on the policy.
Travel insurance is often still possible for people with severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). What we can offer depends on your diagnosis and how it is managed, and answering the medical declaration accurately helps us bring forward the right cover.
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