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Cruise Ship Medical Care: What They Don’t Tell You

Professor Melissa
Professor Melissa
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👁️ 14K views📅 8 months ago⏱️ 1:02
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I recently got the flu, had to seek medical treatment, and my bill was over $500.

These ibuprofen, two of them, will cost you $2.50.

make sure you always bring a medicine bag with basic things that you need.

they gave me an ice pack for free, which was pleasant and unexpected.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring a medicine bag with basic items.
Check the medical center's operating hours before visiting.
Carry an annual travel insurance plan.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Unexpected high medical costsBring a medicine bag and get travel insurance.
Limited medical center hoursCheck operating hours and know emergency procedures.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is cruise ship medical care like?
QHow much does medical treatment on a cruise ship cost?
QWhat should you do if you need medical treatment on a cruise?

Topics Covered

Safety Medical2½ Sad BaconValue Pricing3½ Sad BaconService Crew1½ Happy Bacon
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Nobody thinks about cruise ship medical care… until they need it. And then you’ll be in for some sticker shock and maybe some unpleasant surprises. I have a guide that breaks down all the ins and outs of travel insurance for cruisers: https://www.profmelissa.com/travelinsurance