Ischemic Heart Disease Travel Insurance

To get a quote by telephone, please contact us on 01273 773 017 or chris@jsinsurance.co.uk

JS Insurance provides Single Trip, Annual Multi Trip and Long Stay Travel Insurance to those who have or have had Ischemic Heart Disease.

Ischemic Heart Disease is the reduced blood supply of the heart muscle, most often as a result of coronary artery disease.

Factors that put you at risk of ischemic heart disease include:

• Smoking
• High cholesterol
• High blood pressure
• Diabetes
• Family history
• Male sex
• Advanced age

Symptoms of Ischemic heart disease include:

• Angina
• Chest pain
• Heart failure

There are a number of ways to diagnose Ischemic Heart Disease, including:

• Electrocardiogram
• Chest x ray
• Blood tests
• Echocardiogram

Ischemic heart disease is usually treated with anti anginal drugs. There are however a number of lifestyle changes that can be made, such as:

• Increased exercise
• Less intake of fatty food
• Stopping smoking
• Cutting down on alcohol
• Reducing salt intake

Consult your Doctor before making any travel plans and follow their advice.

It is best to avoid strenuous activity if you have been suffering from fatigue or shortness of breath.

Make sure to bring a plentiful supply of medication with you.

Always carry medication in hand luggage in case of delays or lost luggage.

Useful Websites: AmericanHeart.org - Introduction to Heart Disease - Bettermedicine.com - Ischemic Heart Disease Wikipedia

To get a quote by telephone, please contact us on 01273 773 017 or chris@jsinsurance.co.uk

This Travel Insurance is provided by goodtogoinsurance.com. goodtogoinsurance.com is an appointed representative of Ancile Insurance Group Ltd. which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority - No 471641.