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Breast Cancer Travel Insurance
You should ensure you have a Travel Insurance policy in place if you have had Breast Cancer or are still under treatment for Breast Cancer.
Contact us by telephone or mail at 0800 043 0020 / 01273 092 757 757
Summary of Cover (per person)
| Section & Cover | Silver | Gold | Platinum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cancellation or Curtailment | - | £2,000 | £5,000 | |
| Medical Expenses and Repatriation | £10,000,000 | £10,000,000 | £10,000,000 | |
| Personal Liability | - | £2,000,000 | £2,000,000 | |
| Personal Possessions | - | £2,000 | £3,000 | |
| Personal Money | - | £400 | £400 | |
| Delayed Departure | - | £100 | £100 | |
| Missed Departure | - | £500 | £500 | |
| Legal Expenses | - | £25,000 | £25,000 | |
| Scheduled Airline Failure | £1,500 | £1,500 | £1,500 | |
| Overseas Return Quarantine | Included | Included | Included | |
| Medical Excess* | £500 | £150 | Nil | |
| Standard Excess* | £100 | £75 | Nil |
*Excess payables vary depending on the claim benefit.
JS Travel Insurance has partnered with Goodtogoinsurance.com to provide travel insurance coverage for breast cancer cancer. Goodtogoinsurance.com is a trading name of Ancile Insurance Group Limited, Registered Address: Kao Hockham Building, Edinburgh Way, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2NQ. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority - No. 471641.
Medical Questions
When getting a quote for Travel Insurance to cover Breast Cancer, you will be asked several questions:
- Has the disease ever spread beyond the Breast?
- How long ago was the initial diagnosis of Breast Cancer made?
- Was the Breast Cancer completely surgically removed after the diagnosis?
- How frequently are you seeing a hospital Doctor about your Cancer?
- Are you currently having any treatment, or is any planned?
- Are you now on any form of Hormone Therapy?
- Are strong painkillers being taken?
Travel Advice
Provided you feel well enough, Breast Cancer should not prohibit you from travelling. However, consult your doctor before booking your trip.
If you are taking any medication, it is essential to pack enough to cover the entire length of your trip and take some extra in case of delays.
Take a Doctor's letter listing the medication, type of Cancer and treatments you have had.
Take note of the generic name of the drug you are taking, rather than the brand name, in case you need to find replacement medication abroad, as different names worldwide can know drugs.
To that end, confirm that the medication you are taking is blind in the country you travel to. Keep all medicines in the packaging they were supplied in to assist customs staff.
Having live vaccinations during or up to 6 months after chemotherapy is not wise, as the immune system may be weakened.
If you have had surgery in the last ten days, flying is not advisable. During surgery, small amounts of air may become trapped in the body. During a flight, this air may expand and cause an increase in pressure. After ten days, any trapped air should have dissolved, but discuss this with your surgeon if you are planning to travel after surgery.
Additional Tips
- Talk to your doctor first. This is the most crucial step. They will advise you on whether it is safe to travel based on your specific situation., including the treatment plan, recovery from any recent surgeries and overall health.
- Avoid travelling during active cancer treatment, especially chemotherapy or radiation therapy. These treatments can weaken the immune system and make you more susceptible to infections.
- If you are planning to travel to somewhere where there are limited medical facilities, it might be best to choose another destination.
- Bring an ample supply of your medications and a doctor's letter stating your medical condition, medications and clearance to travel.
- Take precautions against blood clots. It is essential if you have recently had surgery.
- Plan activities you know you can manage and be flexible with your itinerary.
