At home medical care is easy to take for granted; it’s something we can rely upon to be there if we need it. When travelling abroad things aren’t so straightforward; we cannot rely on healthcare provision just being there. Healthcare in foreign countries can operate by a very different system than you are used to at home and the quality of care provided may not always live up to what you would expect. Moreover, as a foreigner it is unlikely you will be entitled to free or subsidized care whilst