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HELICOPTER RESCUE

Before phoning, think whether helicopter rescue is feasible.

 Is it possible to land or will a winch be needed?

 Are there obstacles near the accident site (such as cables)?

When a helicopter approaches:

 signal whether rescue is required, and

 do not approach the helicopter until the rotor has come to a standstill.

EXPECTED COSTS WITH A EUROPEAN HEALTH INSURANCE CARD

ItalyPrescriptions – free or non-refundable fixed charge (depending on drug)Doctors – no chargeHospital – treatment free. Possible drug and ambulance fees (depending on area), which may or may not be refundable.SwitzerlandPrescriptions and doctors – fee charged but can be reclaimedHospital – refundable fees plus non-refundable fixed charge (the ‘excess’) and a non-refundable daily contribution towards bed and board. Also a charge for 50 per cent of the cost of ambulance transport, including air ambulance.AustriaPrescriptions – non-refundable fixed feeDoctors – fee charged (may be entitled to a partial refund)Hospital – non-refundable fee for first 28 days. Refund may be possible in private hospitals.SloveniaPrescriptions – non-refundable fees. Charge depends on drug.Doctors – non-refundable feeHospital – free apart from a non-refundable fixed daily fee

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