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Medical Advice Medical escort assisting a mental health patient through an airport for commercial flight transfer.

The Delicate Art of Repatriating Mental Health Patients

When we think about medical repatriation, images of stretchers, critical care teams, and urgent hospital
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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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News SkyCare medical team coordinating overseas patient admission to UK NHS hospital

Expert UK NHS Hospital Admission Coordination

Arranging hospital admissions for international patients into UK hospitals—especially NHS facilities—can be a challenging task,
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Air Repatriation SkyCare private air ambulance preparing for medical transport to London at Biggin Hill Airport`` **Image Title:** ``SkyCare Air Ambulance to London`` **Image Description:** ``SkyCare’s private air ambulance on the runway at Biggin Hill, preparing for a high-net-worth patient transfer to a London hospital.`` --- London skyline view from SkyCare private air ambulance during medical transfer

A Lifeline to London’s Leading Private Hospitals

More and more individuals are choosing to travel to London for high-quality medical care —
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Air Repatriation Spanish hospital care – elderly patient in bed with limb restraint

Hospital Care in Spain vs the UK NHS: A Guide for British Expat Families

Hospital care in Spain isn’t like the NHS. Here’s what British families need to know.
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News Non-UK passport next to a mobile phone showing UK ETA approval screen at airport

UK Introduces Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) Requirement for Non-UK Visitors

As of 2 April 2025, a new UK ETA requirement is now in place for
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Travel Advice Solo traveller preparing safe food and water abroad

Traveller’s Diarrhoea – What You Need to Know Before You Travel

Traveller’s diarrhoea is one of the most common medical problems affecting international travellers. If you’re
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Travel Advice Solo traveller exploring busy city streets in Caracas, Venezuela

Solo Travellers and Travel Insurance: What You Need to Know

Solo travel is more popular than ever. Every year, thousands of British holidaymakers set off
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Travel Advice Traveller preparing for a holiday checklist

Travel Smarter: Why Every Traveller Should Use a Checklist

Planning a trip? Make sure you check the ABTA Travel Checklist before you go. Whether
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Travel Advice Young travellers at airport preparing for cosmetic surgery abroad with travel insurance

Travel Insurance and Cosmetic Surgery Abroad: What You Need to Know

Travelling abroad for cosmetic surgery is increasingly popular. However, without proper travel insurance for cosmetic
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Air Repatriation Flying with infectious disease in a sealed medical isolation pod

Flying with an Infectious Disease: How SkyCare Keeps You Safe

Flying with an infectious disease is often not permitted on commercial airlines. Learn how SkyCare’s
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Travel Advice Young travellers exploring abroad at night – travel safety advice

Methanol Poisoning – What Young Travellers Need to Know

When travelling abroad, especially to popular backpacker destinations, it is important to stay aware of
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