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How Do You Transport a Sick Person on a Plane?

If you’ve taken a commercial airline flight recently, you have firsthand experience with cramped seating, minimal legroom, and narrow aisles. If you’re generally healthy and have good mobility, the experience may have been uncomfortable but manageable. Now imagine you’re seriously ill, far from home, and your insurance doesn't cover an air ambulance. The question then…

Dr. Eugene Delaune Will Speak at Leading Travel-industry Conference

SentinelMED medical director Dr. Eugene Delaune will be a featured speaker at the 25th annual Travel Health Insurance Association of Canada conference in May. THiA describes the conference as a "must-attend event for current and future leaders in the travel insurance industry." The three-day event in Quebec will bring together executives, advisors, and regulators to…

Put Safety First with a Medical Escort for Travel After an Injury

Medical escort services are often considered for patients with serious illnesses and medical conditions. But they can also provide vital assistance if you must travel after an injury. For example, a cracked sternum, spinal injury, or brain injury could make flying risky, especially over long distances. Having support from a medical escort for travel with…

Six Things to Think About When Preparing for International Summer Travel

Whether getting ready for a bucket list vacation or taking advantage of a last-minute deal, preparing for international summer travel requires more thinking and planning than an average trip within the U.S. Although it can feel exciting just to throw a few things in a bag and go, you'll likely have more fun, and less…