Before you decide to travel When you decide where to travel it is important to remember that most countries in the world can’t provide the same levels of treatment and care as a Scottish Haemophilia Centre. Even if your bleeding disorder doesn’t usually affect your life it is important to consider what would happen if you had […]
Read moreOnce you’ve decided where you are going One you have decided where you are going it’s time to get organised. Travel Insurance It is very important that you get the right Travel Insurance. You need to make sure that the insurance company are aware of your bleeding disorder so that the policy is still valid if you […]
Read moreIf you are travelling inside the EU If you are travelling in the EU or Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway and Switzerland then you should also make sure you are carrying a European Health Insurance Card. There is also an accompanying smartphone app which will help you make the most of the card. Remember, having the card doesn’t mean that you […]
Read moreGetting to your destination We suggest that you carry a letter for security staff at your port of exit or entry. The letter should explaining why you are carrying treatment products, prescribed drugs, needles, syringes etc., and the serious implications of not having them immediately to hand. The WFH sample letter is a very good place to start but you […]
Read moreWhile you are away As well as having a good time there are a couple of things it can be sensible to do while you are away. Medical ID Wear medical identification information. There are now a wide range of options to do this. Many people carry the patient cards issued by their Haemophilia Centre and UKHCDO. Sometime […]
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Read moreTips for Travellers Travel advice from the World Federation of Hemophilia Always wear medical identification information. Always carry your own treatment products, treatment equipment, and pharmaceutical drugs with you, as products will be different and probably very expensive in another country. Most countries also have only limited supplies and cannot be expected to give products reserved for their […]
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