Travel Information
Travel Insurance
Many people with a medical condition find it difficult to find travel insurance to cover their needs for their holiday.
The following companies offer travel insurance for people with a medical condition:
- Able 2 travel www.able2travel.com 0870 750 6711
- Freedom travel insurance www.freedominsure.co.uk 0870 774 3760
- Free Spirit www.free-spirit.com 0845 230 5000
- AllClear Insurance Services www.allcleartravel.co.uk
- Pre-existing Medical Condition Insurance www.insurance.essentialtravel.co.uk/preexisting-medical-conditions.asp
The following companies have also received positive comments from STARS members:
- Marks & Spencer (M&S)
- The Post Office
- Tesco
- Saga Insurance is suggested for older STARS members.
Inclusion on the list does not constitute approval from STARS and any insurance provider is the responsibility of the individual concerned.
Airport safety
Security:
With security stringent at airports, it is essential that you carry your device identification with you if you have a pacemaker.
It is important that you tell the security staff that you have one of these appliances fitted as the security metal detector will recognise it.
You should ask for a hand search or be checked with a hand held metal detector, which must not be placed directly over the device.
Medications:
Always ensure that you carry sufficient medication for your every day needs in your hand luggage incase of a delayed flight, lost luggage or problems during your flight.
STARS Alert Cards:
STARS offers Alert Cards which are the size of a credit card. They provide key information on what to do in the event of an RAS or Syncope attack. These are perfect for a holiday as they can be carried with you and given to your family and friends with whom you are traveling. For further information click here.
Driving
For information on driving with syncope please visit the DVLA website: www.dvla.gov.uk