New data released has found that the top five categories for claims by holidaymakers are flu symptoms (fever, diarrhoea, vomiting), orthopaedics (ankle, falls, back pains), ear infections, insect bites and coughing
One in four Brits travel without insurance and a third have no idea what the emergency service number is when on holiday.
The data commissioned by the Post Office and medical partner Air Doctor also highlighted that 27 percent have travelled abroad without any insurance, a third had no idea what emergency service number to call on holiday and just 28 percent check GOV.UK for foreign travel advice. Indeed, with the convenience of our smartphones, travellers can seamlessly use an online doctor consultation service. Yet only four in 10 feel confident that they can access medical help abroad.
Getting vaccinated is key to avoiding flu symptoms according to Dr Fainsod. But just 52 percent and 31 percent of Brits are vaccinated against Covid and Influenza according to the new data. “The ability to book a doctor’s appointment online for free as part of your insurance package offers huge peace of mind for individuals and families.”
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