Why do I need travel insurance for angina?

According to the NHS around 20,000 people develop angina each year. The good news is that according to the same NHS guidelines, if controlled, there’s no reason this should stop you from doing the things you love.

As always, if you’re planning a holiday, it’s important to have the right specialist travel insurance cover in place.

If something unexpected were to happen during your holiday and you hadn’t told your insurance company about your angina, you may find yourself with some unexpected costs and that shouldn’t have to be a worry!

You might think that it’s hard to find insurance to cover angina, but it’s easy with Medical Travel Compared.

We compare cover from over 30 specialist insurance providers, to find you the right policy for your trip, at the right price. That way, you can relax with your feet up, knowing you have one less thing to do.

Telling us about health conditions like angina is quick and easy - when you get a quote through us, we’ll ask you a few short questions and let you add angina to your cover.

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Medical screening for declaring angina on your policy

Our simple online medical screening tool makes telling us about your angina easy.

And, we know that it’s important that we take your own circumstances into account, which is why we may ask you for a bit more information. To put your mind at rest, here are some of the types of questions you might be asked:

  • Have you ever had a heart bypass, an angioplasty or a coronary stent?
  • Have you ever been a smoker?
  • How many heart attacks have you had?
  • Are you waiting to see a specialist about new symptoms? Or awaiting any tests, results or surgery?
  • Have you ever had chest pain, tightness or breathlessness from walking 200 metres on flat ground?
  • Have you been advised to take medication for high blood pressure?

Your answers to these questions will help us find you the right cover for your health condition.

What does angina travel insurance typically cover?

Specialist angina cover usually includes the following:

  • Emergency medical expenses and repatriation - if you need medical attention because of your angina, or if you need to be repatriated back to the UK in an emergency
  • Lost, stolen or damaged personal belongings - including any medication
  • Cancellation and curtailment - the insurance provider will cover you if you have to cancel your holiday or cut it short (usually for a medical reason)
  • Travel delay - this isn’t always included, so check with your provider
  • Personal liability - if you cause accidental damage to another person or someone else’s property

While some insurance providers won’t offer cover for health conditions like angina, we team up with specialists who do, to give you the best choice of policies.

Tips for travelling with angina

Whether you’re planning a family holiday, work trip or romantic getaway, here are some handy tips on travelling with angina. Or, check out our blog.

  1. Consult your GP before you travel, to find out if there are any extra precautions you need to take.
  2. Plan your trip carefully - avoid places with high altitude and extreme temperatures, as this can put your heart under more pressure.
  3. Make sure you pack enough medication - take slightly more than you’ll need during your trip, in case you’re delayed for a few days.
  4. Avoid carrying heavy luggage - speak to your airline if you require extra assistance at the airport.
  5. Make sure you’ve told your insurance provider about your condition and have the right insurance policy in place.

Get cheap quotes from specialist angina travel insurance providers

With Medical Travel Compared, finding the right policy for your angina couldn’t be simpler. With everything online, it makes telling us about your condition, and finding the right policy fast and easy.

What’s more, we work with over 30 specialist insurance providers, so you’ll have your pick of competitive quotes to choose from.

So, if you’re looking for the cheapest travel insurance for angina, don’t delay - find cover that suits you and your needs today.