Jersey-UK reciprocal health agreement updated
A reciprocal health agreement (RHA) between Jersey and the United Kingdom has been updated
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Reciprocal health agreement (RHA) between Jersey and United Kingdom updated
New RHA will benefit people visiting the country or island for less than six months instead of three months
Students in education will be covered for full duration of their course of study
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A reciprocal health agreement (RHA) between Jersey and the United Kingdom has been updated, the island's government has announced.
The RHA aims to ensure visitors between Jersey or the UK qualify for "necessary emergency treatment without incurring certain healthcare charges".
It covers students for the full duration of their course of study and anyone visiting the other location for less than six months - the previous deal limited cover to those visiting for less than three months.
Chris Bown, temporary chief officer of Health and Community Services, said it would continue to make healthcare "more accessible and efficient for our residents and visitors".
The Government of Jersey said it would continue to cover the cost of approved UK treatments not provided in Jersey.
It said certain costs, such as specific follow-up treatments and travel expenses, may not be covered.
"The Reciprocal Health Agreement further strengthens the bond between Jersey and the UK, ensuring that those in need of emergency healthcare can receive the treatment they require without financial worry," Mr Bown said.
The new agreement has replaced the previous one, which was signed in 2011.
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