Travel insurance

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I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia in sept20 my doctor has given me approx 1 year. My intention now is to travel while im fit. Looking for some advice on travel insurance for a few trips. 

  •  Hi @Shark14 and a warm welcome to the Online Community. I am truly sorry to read of your diagnosis and your Doctor's prognosis.

    It might be a good idea to take a look at Travel Insurance here on Macmillan. (Just click on the link I've created)

    Several people have said they've given excellent help and greatly reduced premiums.

    I hope you enjoy your travels.

    B xx


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  • Hi and a very warm welcome to the online community and to the travel insurance group in particular.

    Unfortunately, it can be more difficult to find travel insurance when you have had a cancer diagnosis but hopefully you'll be able to find some that will mean that you can go travelling as planned.

    I don't know if you've had chance to look through the 'recommended travel insurance' thread yet, as it's where the majority of recommendations from other forum members are. If not, clicking on the link I've created will take you straight there.

    It is best to phone the insurance companies rather than try and do online quotes as often at the end of the online quote it will often tell you to phone the company and you'll then have to go through all the information again. Also sometimes the broker can refer to the underwriters to see if they would provide cover when an online quote might just give you a straight refusal. 

    Make sure that you have all the information to hand about your diagnosis and treatment before contacting the insurers. This is a list of things an insurance provider might want to know when you're applying for insurance. Some providers might ask for a letter from your doctor saying that you are well enough to travel. This could come from your cancer team or GP.

    I do hope that you can get some reasonably priced insurance and that you have a great time!

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