Brain haemorrhage

Madam Raha Rahmat, 48, and her daughter went to South Korea for their first trip since 2018. They tell CNA about how she fell seriously ill and had to raise ...

Mdm Raha stayed in the intensive care unit for about a week due to the severity of her condition. She also could not leave the building because the hospital did not allow caregivers to do that. The thought crossed her mind before they left Singapore, but they did not buy any travel insurance policies for previous trips either. Their last resort was to start a fundraising campaign, as suggested by Ms Amiliya’s aunt’s friend. The weather was also extremely cold, though they had prepared for that by packing warm clothing and heat packs. When they returned to their accommodation, she felt dizzy and lay down in bed. Mdm Raha was subsequently admitted to Singapore General Hospital (SGH) for further treatment. This would offer peace of mind when travelling in the event of unforeseen circumstances," said the GIA spokesperson. Madam Raha Rahmat, 48, and her daughter went to South Korea for their first trip since 2018. She could still talk but was slurring her words. Mdm Raha also did not have any health issues save for a total knee replacement last year. Policyholders are able to access services that may come in handy, including 24-hour overseas emergency hotlines.