From the 1st of January 2021, the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) will be replaced by the UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC). Current EHIC holders will still have access to necessary healthcare in EU countries until the card’s expiry date, at which point they…
Read ArticleIf you are on dialysis, travelling will involve the need to plan and arrange for dialysis to take place whilst away. This is called dialysis away from base (DAFB) and will require some forward planning to put in place the necessary arrangements. DAFB is recognised…
Read ArticleKidney Care UK give grants to individuals and families towards the cost of a basic holiday in the UK or overseas. The grant can be used to cover the total cost if it is modest or it can be used as a contribution towards the…
Read ArticlePlease contact the NKF Helpline for a list of insurance companies who are willing to insure patients with pre-existing medical conditions. contact the free to call the Helpline number 0800 169 09 36 It is important that you do not book your holiday until you…
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This Government website tells you how to prepare if you are planning on travelling to Europe from 1 January 2021. It covers everything you need to know about Insurance, travel regulations and Covid-19 restrictions. It will be updated if anything changes.
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My name is Michael Newton and although I have known for many years that ultimately, I would need dialysis, it came as a shock when I realised the implications of just how it would take over both my and my family’s lives when I actually…
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By Michael Burke. I have a history of medical problems, having had prostate cancer with radiotherapy treatment, a heart attack (two stents fitted) and a stroke affecting my eyesight, which meant that I had to lose my driving licence. I also had a spinal vascular…
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