Be prepared for illness

[Bnewb]

So I am just wondering. Why not go to Mobay to a hospital to deal with a situation like this? Other than cost and insurance not covering a procedure, is there another reason?

You can get it taken care of here...but...as I wrote earlier...

If there is time...they always strongly suggest that you go back home for medical care so as not to be a burden on the health care system here...as well...it's always better to be in your own country for recovery, costs and to avoid the international red tape.

It's also just simply better to be in familiar surroundings with family and friends to care for you...less stressful overall.

[patty_k]

Well that sure sucks.... glad that you are OK. Get well.

[farmer]

Thanks for all the well wishes I finally got out of hospital 20# lighter will be back in Jamaica on January 16 to spend the rest of the winter recovering and with insurance!! :-)

[johng]

Travel Insurance seems like a good deal!! (I have used Allianz) and I had a couple of small claims which they paid no problem.

[ohliz]

Yay farmer, glad to hear you are recovering and heading back!

[72 Orange]

Glad to hear you are on the road to recovery. See ya at Whoopees. Bob & Pat

[Nurse Marcia]

Great news Farmer! If I don't recognize you 20# lighter, please say hi!!
20# - yikes!!!

[Comforts of Home Nursing]

Yes. I have ambulance services on my phone roster, I know who is where and the best place for you to go....evacuation usually after evaluation! Beth

[Comforts of Home Nursing]

Yes. Many times even with NON emergency, you need clearance letter to fly after certain treatments. Every situation is different and again, it depends on the hour of the day, services available...we make the best plan we can! If it is questionable or there may be any delay...I always suggest a trip to hospital (depending on the day/time and who is closest one open!) In this case it was Plan A- go to hospital for quick service/evaluation or wait to go to Dr Grant when Ultrasound was open at 4pm....a time delay can eliminate the need of a flight out, like this situation. I know a hospital visit isn't what people want, but I will always tell you when I feel it may be needed in the end!! Nurse Beth

[Comforts of Home Nursing]

You could but Sometimes you don't have to go to Mobay... There are other places to go to in Sav depending on the time of day, or I can call in physician if NON emergency or even Mobay 24 hour mini clinics...AND some people JUST won't go to the hospital due to conditions or bad previous experience....I make a plan with you and suggest what I think and go from there. Sometimes I don't think people should ride without EMT or RN under certain circumstances.....what happens if something happens on the road?? Driver will pull over and then what? Nurse Beth