Travel Insurance when you have a long-term health condition

If you have an existing medical condition, it's important to get the right treatment when you're abroad. And having the right cover is important too. Treatment for an unexpected illness can quickly run into the thousands of pounds. But with the right insurance, you'll know you're covered. These can feel like an extra expense, but it’s worth it for peace of mind.

Pituitary Foundation Travel Insurance Information explains the importance of having sufficient travel insurance, but also highlights some companies offering insurance to those who have pre-existing conditions.

• Able2Travel  – caring and sensitive solution for travellers with medical conditions.

• Essential Travel Co UK – travel insurance including pre-existing medical conditions.

• Free Spirit – specialist travel insurance for people with medical conditions (no age limits).

• Freedom Insurance – offers quality travel insurance for pre-existing medical conditions.

• Insurance Choice  – travel insurance for those with pre-existing medical conditions. Over 250 conditions covered without medical screening. No upper age limits.

• Medical Travel Compared – travel insurance including pre-existing medical conditions. No age limit on many policies.

• Post Office Travel Insurance – Travel insurance with medical conditions

•  Staysure – provides insurance cover for individuals with a range of medical conditions

• World First – offer comprehensive cover for thousands of medical conditions, for travellers aged up to 100 years. Cover for many conditions that other insurers do not provide.

• All Clear Travel– offers travel insurance for pre-existing medical conditions.

• SAGA – provide insurance cover for pre-existing conditions for people over 50.

• Columbus Direct – travel insurance covering pre-existing medical conditions.

Wherever you go on holiday, just taking a few precautions and thinking ahead can really help to make it a really special event with many happy memories.

Unfortunately, our medical conditions travel with us, so it is important to remember that we still need to pay them the attention they require to be managed safely and adequately. It’s all too easy to get caught up in the excitement of being somewhere new and wanting to do as much as possible whilst you are away.

Careful scheduling will definitely help you make the most of your time and allow you to return happy and healthy. Wishing you all safe and enjoyable travelling!