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Travel insurance for people with aniridia

Posted on September 2, 2016 by

We are often asked: ”Do I need to declare aniridia when applying for travel insurance?” This is often accompanied by outcry at an exorbitant quote when doing so. Regular travel insurance companies often charge a hefty premium to cover medical conditions. … Continue reading →

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James @ National Institutes of Health

Posted on September 19, 2012 by

Introduction Earlier this year I travelled to the USA to take part in medical research related to aniridia. It and the accompanying holiday was a very special experience. Background National Institutes of Health The National Institutes of Health in the … Continue reading →

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Edinburgh guide dog training: Day 1

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

Yesterday,walking to work, I was so glad that it will be the last time I have to do that route with a cane for a long while.  The sun was shining and I had left my sunglasses at work the … Continue reading →

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Beth@NIH 1: 4,000 miles and 3 countries in 24 hours

Posted on July 6, 2010 by

I set off on my travels to the NIH. Armed with my pink bags and my white cane I set off in a taxi to the airport. Once I got there I though I wouldn’t need any assistance from the … Continue reading →

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