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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.

Air Repatriation Wheelchair ready for medical escort flight with medical clearance to fly

The Commercial Medical Escort Booking Process: Step by Step

How Medical Clearance Works When Flying Sick Patients Home Booking a commercial medical escort or
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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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Case Studies Newborn baby Rio in NICU before emergency air transfer

A Life-Saving Flight: Baby Rio’s Journey with Lia’s Wings and SkyCare

This emergency neonatal air transfer, arranged by Lia’s Wings and flown by SkyCare, helped baby
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Case Studies X-ray of a hip fracture, commonly seen after falls abroad

Can I Fly With a Broken Leg or Hip Fracture Abroad?

Can you fly with a broken leg? Or should you stay abroad for surgery? What
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Medical Advice Traveller wearing orange and navy clothing coughing at an airport terminal

Can You Fly with Bronchitis or a Chest Infection?

Planning a flight while recovering from bronchitis or a chest infection can be stressful —
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Air Repatriation Air ambulance aircraft preparing for medevac on airport tarmac in Slovakia

What is an Air Ambulance?

Air ambulances are fixed-wing aircraft—jets or turboprops—fitted out as flying intensive care units. These specialist
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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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Air Repatriation Is it safe to fly with a premature baby on an air ambulance

Neonatal – is it safe transporting a neonatal baby?

Is It Safe to Transport a Premature Baby by Air? For many parents, the question
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Medical Advice Concerned post-surgery patient lying in hospital bed reading a diary

Flying After Surgery: When Is It Safe to Travel?

Flying after surgery is a common concern for patients and their families. Knowing when it’s
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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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