Category Archives: Medical Travel Insurance

Playing it Smart: Why You Should Consider Travel Medical Insurance for Adventure Travel and Extreme Sports

Thrill seekers have driven a 15% increase in adventure travel since the COVID-10 pandemic ended. Searching for experiences that are challenging, mentally stimulating, and photo worthy, they want risk and action to be part of their vacation. However, with risk comes the need for comprehensive medical insurance for adventure travel and extreme sports – not…

Is Travel Medical Insurance a Must for Healthy Travelers?

Healthy travelers may not think they need travel medical insurance if they don't have pre-existing medical conditions that are exacerbated by long flights, unfamiliar foods, or a lack of sleep, for example. But because they are healthy, they may be less concerned about trying new things or more relaxed in unfamiliar surroundings – and end…

Medical Transportation for Students Studying Abroad: What You Need to Know

Gen Z has a passion for international travel, and that includes studying abroad. But when it comes to making plans, they have one major worry – their personal safety and security. It’s a valid concern, as high school and college students are at higher risk of accidents and injuries while traveling. The reason is simple:…

SentinelMED: Trusted Travel Industry Medical Resources During COVID-19 Pandemic

The travel and tourism industry was one of the sectors hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic, with worldwide losses estimated at more than $4.5 trillion in 2020 alone. As the SentinelMED team adapted quickly in the early days of the pandemic, they found themselves being called on as travel industry medical resources. From arranging medical…