Going on vacation is often synonymous with rest, discovery and also a lot of fun. However, the state of health of travelers can have a negative impact on their stay. This is why before departure, it is necessary to take certain precautions. Otherwise, there are still solutions that allow you to benefit from adequate care even outside the borders of France.
Watch out for tropical diseases
It is clear that the heavenly beaches or the lush forests of tropical countries attract a large number of French tourists. Nevertheless, the exposure to potentially serious pathologies like malaria, malaria and other dangerous parasites is much higher. Thereby, measurements must be taken before departure.
The first thing to do is to update the various vaccines. Specialized health centers are provided for this purpose. On site, it is also imperative to protect yourself as much as possible against mosquitoes, which are real vectors of all kinds of diseases.
leave sick
Despite health problems, even if they are quite serious, it is still possible to get a change of scenery and spend a vacation away from home or from your hospital bed. A minimum of organization and preparation will nevertheless be necessary for the stay to take place in the best possible conditions. The most important, in the first place, will be to have the approval of the doctor for a possible trip or an exit from the hospital establishment.
On the other hand, sick holidaymakers must also take certain steps with their health insurancee in order to continue to receive care at the destination. Victims of long-term affliction (ALD) receiving the YI are required to complete a specific procedure before leaving.
Reimbursement of treatment abroad
In the event of travel within the European Union, any need for care should be covered under the same conditions as beneficiaries in the country visited. However, you must have the European health insurance card. It must be requested from your health insurance organization at least 20 days before the departure date. This will be extremely convenient in the event of an unexpected illness or accident. In this way, medical evacuation can be avoided.
If it is a trip to an area outside the European Union, additional precautions should be taken. The subscription to an international health insurance is more than recommended. Reimbursement of care and repatriation can be included.