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Whilst on holiday

Getting Treatment Abroad

This may be difficult and not at all straightforward. There may be charges, and there may not be reciprocal arrangements for healthcare with the UK. Fewer than 60 countries have them.

Make absolutely sure that you fully understand the position in all your destinations. Find out from your travel agent or the Tourist Office, Embassy or High Commission of your destination country well before you set off.

Make a list of any treatments received abroad and keep all receipts for treatments or drugs if you wish to make a claim on you travel insurance.

Eating Tips

Eat and drink safely. Good personal hygiene, for instance washing hands carefully after using a toilet is important.

If the water quality is dubious, drink only bottled water, and preferably of a known brand in sealed bottles, to avoid counterfeit or unclean water. Likewise avoid ice unless you know it has been made from sterilised or bottled water.

Eat freshly cooked food or fresh food which you have shelled or peeled yourself. Avoid ice creams from street stalls. Go to cafes or shops.

Avoid food which has been kept uncovered and avoid or boil unpasteurised milk.

For further information on Hazards, iIllnesses and diseases abroad click here.

Disclaimer
The information contained within this website is intended as a general guide only and is not necessarily comprehensive. You should seek appropriate professional advice when travelling abroad. AXA Insurance will not be liable for loss or damages arising, in contract, tort or otherwise, directly or indirectly from the use or reliance upon any information contained in this website.