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How to Handle Medical Emergencies Abroad

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Medical emergencies abroad are stressful but manageable with preparation. Before you go: carry a list of your medications with generic names, know your blood type, have your insurance emergency number saved in your phone. 

In the EU/UK: European Health Insurance Card gives access to state healthcare at local prices. Everywhere else: go to private hospitals if you have travel insurance. US embassies keep lists of English-speaking doctors. Pharmacies in most countries have far more over-the-counter availability than the US.

External link: https://www.emergencyassistanceplus.com/resources/dont-panic-how-to-handle-5-common-travel-emergencies-like-a-pro/