| ..... Everyone likes to get away once in a while. It can be fun to explore new places, see new things and try new foods. During a vacation seems like an unlikely time to be concerned about |
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$15,000US. There is a good chance that this would come out of your own pocket and may not be reimbursed by your medical coverage. No matter how short your trip, get medical insurance. |
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agent, a visit to a travel medical clinic or the Health Canada website could answer these questions. Do you have any pre-existing medical conditions that might require attention? |
your health, yet, it does make sense. You will be away from many of your friends, family and familiar medical care. You might not be prepared for any minor medical event. Are you aware if there are any dangers at your destination. I don't plan on scaring you into always staying at home, but being prepared should always be part of your travel itinerary.
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..... If you are traveling with medications, here are a few simple steps to reduce complications. Always make sure you have enough medication to last longer than your trip, in case you are delayed. Finding a source of medication in a foreign country can be a difficult and expensive challenge. Ensure that your medications are kept in their original |
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| travel with an entourage to Grandmas house, just a little planning might be helpful. The first thing you should always do, not consider, is purchase medical insurance before traveling abroad. Out of pocket medical expenses can be devastating. Just a quick survey of the Internet reveals that if you needed emergency heart bypass surgery it could cost you about $30,000US. If you had a kidney stone, it could cost you over |
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..... Planning ahead for a trip can be very simple or more detailed for a longer vacation. If you want to be thorough, sit down and focus on each part of your vacation. It might be just as simple as making sure the car has a full tank of gas. If your destination is exotic, are vaccinations required? Think about your destination and any health concerns that may arise. Will you be traveling to a place where malaria is a concern? Your travel |
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containers with the proper labeling. Also, ensure that the name on the labels matches the name on your passport. If you do not need to bring a large bottle for traveling, ask your Peoples Pharmacist for a properly labeled smaller bottle. It is also a good idea to have a copy of your Doctors prescription when you travel. If
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