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Stay informed with SkyCare’s latest medical advice, travel safety tips, air ambulance news, and real-world case studies. All medical guidance is peer-reviewed by a UK GMC-registered doctor to ensure clinical accuracy. Expert insights for travellers, families, and healthcare partners worldwide.

Travel Advice UK medical visa guidance and private healthcare transport options

Visas and Travel Requirements for Medical Treatment in the UK

Travelling to the UK for private medical care can seem complex, but with the right
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Travel Advice Passenger denied boarding for medical reasons at airport gate with airline staff

Denied Boarding for Medical Reasons – Know Your Rights

Denied at the Gate: What to Do When an Airline Refuses Boarding Due to Health
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Travel Advice Pregnant woman walking through airport with luggage and boarding pass

Flying While Pregnant – Travel Advice

Flying When Pregnant: Safe Travel Tips & UK Guidance Flying while pregnant UK? Yes –
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Travel Advice Doctor in medical uniform standing in front of Turkish flag, representing healthcare in Turkey

Botched, Billed, and Stuck Abroad: The Real Risk of Getting Sick in Turkey

Is It Safe to Get Surgery in Turkey? Each year, thousands of British tourists travel
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Travel Advice Stretcher beside medical transport aircraft with seven red flags in background

How to Choose a Medical Repatriation Company: 7 Red Flags to Avoid

When a loved one is injured or falls ill abroad, arranging a safe journey home
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Travel Advice Man looking confused while reading insurance and medical documents at home

Holiday Travel with Medical Conditions: A Practical Guide

Planning a holiday with a medical condition? Here’s how to travel safely and confidently. 1.
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Travel Advice Woman clutching chest with heart attack symptoms at a holiday poolside

Can I Fly After a Heart Attack?

Understanding when it’s safe to travel — and what to do when it isn’t. Introduction
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Travel Advice Private hospitals in the UK providing medical care for international patients

Private Hospitals in the UK – Guide for Overseas Patients

From the cobbled streets of Edinburgh to Harley Street in London, the UK is home
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Travel Advice Woman reading insurance documents about air ambulance services

Does Insurance Cover Air Ambulance Services?

Why It Matters: Don’t Assume You’re Covered Many UK travellers wrongly believe that if something
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Travel Advice Frustrated traveller on phone in hospital after insurer denies medical repatriation

My Insurance Won’t Cover Medical Repatriation – What Can I Do?

Introduction: A Situation No One Wants to Face You’re abroad. You’re injured. The doctors say
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Travel Advice SkyCare air ambulance G-MEDY on runway with open door

When Is It Safe to Repatriate Someone After a Brain Bleed or Head Injury?

Understanding the Risks of Brain Bleeds and Head Injuries Abroad Experiencing a traumatic brain injury
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Travel Advice Unwell traveller with red eyes and runny nose, coughing into tissue

Measles and Travel: What Every UK Traveller Needs to Know

As international travel picks up, so does the risk of exposure to diseases like measles.
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