Cancer patients 'priced out' of holidays because of insurance costs, charity warns
Summary
Cancer patients are facing very high travel insurance costs, which makes it hard for them to travel abroad. Maggie's cancer support charity says some patients are quoted thousands for insurance, while others can't get cover at all. The charity is urging authorities and insurers to help make travel insurance fairer for these patients.Key Facts
- Cancer patients often receive high travel insurance quotes, sometimes in the thousands.
- Some patients are denied travel insurance coverage altogether.
- Maggie's cancer support charity has raised concerns about these costs and is asking for changes.
- Dame Laura Lee from Maggie's mentioned that travel is important for patients' wellbeing and recovery.
- A cancer survivor, Josh Cull, found a £3,000 quote unaffordable after being healthy for over two years.
- The Association of British Insurers states that insurance costs take into account emergency treatment abroad for pre-existing conditions.
- Authorities like the Treasury and the Financial Conduct Authority have been asked to work on recommendations for fairer insurance practices.
- A 2018 report highlighted ongoing difficulties for cancer patients in finding affordable travel insurance.
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