Brain cancer
posted by Frodobaby
13 May 2013

Travel insurance after brain tumour

Last reply: 16 May 2013 14:40

Hi , heading away in a couple of weeks and am finding it extremely hard to get insured. I understand il pay a hefty premium but i need it. Has anyone any history with this? Or any recommendations? And also has anyone just gone with the policy that just doesn't cover your pre existing illness, did it work out ok?

Cheers, Ian.

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commented by Kathleen
13 May 2013

13 May 2013 16:40

Hi,

There is an older thread on travel insurance that might be helpful.

viewtopic.php?f=11&t=783&hilit=travel

Kath

commented by Kathleen
13 May 2013

13 May 2013 16:42

Hi,

There is an older thread on travel insurance that might be helpful.

viewtopic.php?f=11&t=783&hilit=travel

Kath

commented by Frodobaby
14 May 2013

14 May 2013 03:46

Thanks for the responce, i was kinds hopeing some1 might have the name of a company or somthing. Most of that thread seems to be breast cancer spesific . Im only 5 months post op from a brain tumour and was wondering could the time frame be whats stoping me getting insured. If any 1 out there has any info it would be greatfully accepted

Cheers

commented by Irish Cancer Society
16 May 2013

16 May 2013 14:40

Hi Frodobaby,

The Irish Cancer Society has a fact sheet on Travel Insurance and here is a link to the PDF version for you to download.

http://www.cancer.ie/sites/default/file ... e_2008.pdf

You can also order a printed copy of any of our publications by calling us on the National Cancer Helpline on 1800 200 700 (Mon-Thurs 9-7, Friday 9-5).

Generally, getting travel insurance will involve doing some research and you will usually be asked for a substantial premium.

I hope you have an enjoyable break.

With kind regards,
Cancer Information Service Nurse.

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