All participants are advised to contact their GP as soon as their study visit is confirmed. They should ensure that all vaccinations are up-to-date, and that they have sufficient personal medication supplies for their visit.

Participants are also advised to inform the SSAT of any ongoing medical conditions, dietary requirements or allergies. Not only will this allow us to ensure the insurance policy fully covers them, but it will also allow us to make the necessary arrangements to make their visit as comfortable as possible. Please note that most pre-existing medical conditions will be covered by the policy, as long as they are under control and as long as the participant is not travelling against the advice of their doctor. However pending hospital appointments will not be covered.

Insulin-dependent diabetics, who need to carry syringes on to the aircraft, will also need to carry an explanatory letter from their doctor explaining the purpose of their use. A copy of this should also be forwarded to the SSAT prior to departure so we are able to forewarn the airline. This also applies to allergy sufferers (particularly nut-allergy sufferers) who need to carry syringes or EpiPens on to the aircraft.

It is advisable that all personal medication is carried in the participant’s hand luggage.