Travelling with AFib

Tell your doctor. It’s wise to seek advice from your healthcare professional before setting off on holiday.
If you currently take any medications or supplements, keep them with you when you travel. Take extra doses with you, and be sure to pack them in your carry-on baggage. Should your baggage go missing, you’ll at least have your medications and supplements with you.
Be prepared for a medical emergency. Take a list of any medications and supplements you may use in case you lose them. Your healthcare professional may be able to suggest a local physician to contact if needed.
Take some time to research the country you are visiting to ensure they have the medical support you would need in the event of an emergency.
If you have an accident, fall, injure yourself or need emergency surgery, your healthcare team needs to know that you are on a blood thinner.
Driving is possible but if you feel unwell while doing so, you should pull over and seek medical attention.

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