what if you need urgent medical care abroad? (Van Life Portugal)

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what if you need medical care on the road? (Urgent surgery/biopsy abroad)
For the last 4 years we've been travelling full time in our self converted campervan all over Europe. Wild camping and parking up in beautiful locations from Scandinavia to the South of Spain, and it really is living freely, it's liberating not to be fixed to one place and have new adventures on you (sliding) door step every single day.
But one question we get a lot, and most peoples concern with living a nomadic life, off the grid is.. "But what do you do when you need a doctor?" "where do you go for medical help?" or (like us in this weeks video) "What if you need an operation, urgent biopsy and tests?"
Well finally, here in Portugals Algarve, we can finally show you just what its like navigating a medical issue whilst travelling!
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[@campervibe]

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[@thelmalewis7870]

I buy it from Holland and Barrett its great

[@tarsneyisleestrelas4659]

Is the food suitable for diabetics??

[@sharonbarlow2262]

My local co -op sell it .

[@Simon-Smith.]

It's a highly processed liquid, so to say it's healthy is untrue and misleading.

[@marccrowd4655]

don't forget your blue tick and safe journey

[@stevepretorius3329]

My father from South Africa was visiting my sisters who live in Portugal when he got a lung infection and died 2 weeks later. I could not have wished for a better and more efficient hospital staff and system, even the cremation process was smooth and hassle free. Well done Portugal..!

[@campervibe]

Sorry to hear that but also good to know they made it a smooth as these can be

[@alidabotes6264]

Yes, that's definitely an improvement fm South Africa! Here you go to hospital for something minor & then die there.

[@mikefilder4885]

Hi Lou and Emily, loved the video, thanks for shining the light on Albufeira. We didn’t realise Lenny the VW Polo was going to feature so much! Thinking of having it re-sprayed ‘As seen on Camper Vibe’! 😄 Good luck with your continued recovery Emily. Love Mike & Caroline. X

[@campervibe]

😂😂😂 good old Lenny was a life saver, thanks again guys 😀😀

[@carlabryan6573]

Sending Emily positive thoughts for a negative biopsy. Well done on getting that taken care of promptly. Safe travels ladies.

[@volkerbauer1974]

I think it is very admireable how well you are dealing with a potentially serious situation.

[@RachnDave0529]

Hi girls. Here’s my recent experience - I had an accident whilst in Spain this year, fracturing my shoulder and 50% torn a tendon - basically couldn’t move my arm. Went to a private Euro clinic in Benidorm and saw a (Dutch) doctor, had two X-rays and an ultrasound all within 2 hours. Had a follow up consultation and another two X-rays over the following fortnight (so we had to stay in the area) and was then told we could head off to finish our trip but to rest, keep my shoulder in a sling whilst walking and see my doctor when I got home. Back home in UK now, I saw my doctor on Monday and I’m still waiting for a referral to the fracture clinic….. Yes, we had to pay for all our treatment in Spain but it all came to about €350. The health system in Spain has been fabulous, as has our Insurance company who have already paid out for our claim. Glad Emily had similar quick treatment and hope the biopsy comes back all clear. Lorra love and best wishes Rachael. xx

[@campervibe]

It’s so much better ain’t it

[@TerminusVox]

It's good to see your good humor and resilience has seen you through this sort of challenge. And it's great to know medical issues need not be a barrier to budget travel.

[@WickedDandelion]

Don't forget ladies, the clocks go forward an hour on Saturday night/Sunday morning next week! Well done for being proactive in getting that mole checked. It is so important to take care of these things, even if its nothing. Hope for a good outcome of your biopsy.

[@campervibe]

Oh I know, we forgot it was Easter, I’m sure I’ll remember soon as I get into Tesco and see all them Easter eggs 😂

[@stevenrix7024]

@@campervibeEaster eggs have been on sale here for weeks!

[@LifeUnfilteredwithDale]

Easter Monday is the best all the eggs are discounted 😁

[@leetaylor5348]

Well done , emm , who's been a brave girl .... 😂 , that was pretty darn quick .. Wish you bark to rude health, v soon ..

[@diwarburton5369]

Who would know that Lou would be the best carer in the world?! The Portugese health service is marvelous and furthermore you didn’t have to pay for parking. It makes us realise what a bum deal we have with the NHS. I hope you continue to enjoy your rest and fingers crossed for your results Emily. xx

[@campervibe]

She has been a great carer bless her and I know right

[@davidmbell]

Did you miss the bit where they said what each treatment cost?

[@bernardh9994]

A bum Tory party that's allowed the NHS to get worse

[@annehoog]

@@davidmbell I would assume that you can get a refund on that via the NHS or private insurance? That's usually how it works for me as a Dutchie.

[@Patmofar]

@@davidmbellYou have obviously 'missed the bit' where health care in Portugal is FREE for both Portuguese citizens and all EU citizens in possession of a FREE EHIC card. A card which is given to all EU citizens FREE OF CHARGE. Only foreigners, such as subjects of the British Crown, who are not EU citizens have to pay for treatment.

[@heathermcelroy3303]

You did the right thing getting it sorted sooner rather than later. You two are a hoot and I’m really enjoying your videos. Will be anxious to see the new property and renovation. Stay well and happy!

[@KennyMcC]

Health care in Portugal and Spain is fantastic. My father-in-law in London had an identical growth on his face and waited 3 months to have it removed. Safe travels!

[@karenhughes648]

Glad Em is on the mend ❤ I found a lump in my breast when I lived in Spain , it was only 24 hours from going to Doc's, having a scan, getting the results & the all clear, cost 160 euro brilliant service . Take care on your homeward bound journey xxxxx

[@campervibe]

That is brilliant

[@henrikr.p9918]

Never been so excited for a channel reaching the 100k. Knew nothing about vanlife before clicking on your Norway visit. And I must say you two are absolutely fantastic. What a show! I dont comment often, but you'll hear from me when u reach the mill :) Cheers from Oslo, Norway.

[@campervibe]

Thank you, it’s really nice of you to say that 😀

[@tonycollins7965]

If it does turn out to be cancerous, you will have to go back so they can take more off to ensure they have got it all out. Take it from someone who knows. I too had a melanoma on my leg. ❤

[@brigittecrawley1872]

Good to hear Emily received excellent medical care in Portugal. Hope the biopsy goes well and no more issues. Have a safe trip home. Congratulations on the 100K subscribers!

[@hfamilytravels]

I'm from New Zealand and got sick (twice!) in Croatia. First time in Plitvice Lakes which was a bit of a drama. Because we were so remote, the ambulance wouldn't come. My husband called our insurance company and our options were to have me airlifted or pay a private driver. Air lift wasn't feasible as we had our two girls with us (8 and 10) at that time and the chopper could not take us all. By this stage I had gone into shock and was vomiting non-stop so not ideal to go on my own in that state and not speaking Croatian. We ended up with a private driver (not sure who organised that). I was driven about 40minutes to a private clinic but they said I was too complex and had to go to the hospital. The driver was amazing, by the time we arrived at the hospital, our girls were asleep in the back of his van and he pretty much looked after them while my husband was with me. Fast forward about five days I got sick again in Dubrovnik. Ambulance again and to the next hospital. I then needed a follow up with a specialist (we were in Split by then). The whole system in Croatia was also great, super friendly staff who spoke good English when I was able to speak for myself. My hospital notes were in Croatian but a manager organised for them to be translated to English for us so we had two copies depending on where we were. Health care was also very cheap. It ended up costing about NZ$3,000 all up so we just paid upfront and claimed on our insurance when we got home (you can get prior approval from our insurance company so they pay the hospital upfront to a certain amount depending on your policy and then you pay the rest). Glad you had a straight forward experience too. I've not long found your channel and currently binge watching to catch up so not sure how the leg turned out yet . . . . but really enjoying your vlogs.

[@leahmaples6921]

I am so glad you have the surgery behind you. I love the way you both care for each other..

[@StephenOwen-yi5rx]

Hi girls I’m so glad Emily’s had her mole removed cross fingers the results go well stay safe both of you ❤

[@user-Vixen673]

So glad you got urgently surgery. Loved the old vw too it’s good to have great friends. Take care all xx

[@TheJeanGenius]

I'm so glad you were treated so quickly Em. Wishing you a speedy recovery x

[@berilmurray9879]

Congrats on you 100k!!!! Good luck with the leg Emily.

[@campervibe]

Thank you

[@kasoro5261]

When Emily is laughing it makes me smile! Love you ❤ Thank you for making videos, love your channel!

[@davidpiper3652]

I broke my leg in Germany, no problem, nice German doctor plastered me up and I claimed most of the cost back from insurance. I can't stress enough that you need insurance and make sure that it covers the activities you are doing, like skiing or scuba etc. The NHS is wonderful if you have a minor ailment or are seriously ill: they fixed my heart attack problem really quickly!, But you can languish on a waiting list for a long time for treatment that is not life threatening. BUT my advice is: don't get ill in the USA, it's expensive! I hope that biopsy is negative. Get well soon Emily.

[@campervibe]

Glad you had a good experience in Germany as well

[@annehoog]

Yeah, when going to the USA my dutch medical insurance also wants us to get out extra insurance to cover those insane medical bills.

[@junebingham4213]

glad you got that mole taken off when you did, it does look nasty. I do hope you get a good report from the pathologist Emily. Good luck! love the video once again girls. Take care xx

[@doreenb3411]

Emily, I’m so glad you were able to get such quick attention for the mole. I’ll say a prayer for you for a good outcome on the biopsy. Had you been in the US, my home, that process would have probably taken you every bit of 6 weeks or longer and been much more expensive. I’d guess $5000 US dollars or maybe around 4000 pounds. Plus, you would probably had to have seen a minimum of 2 doctors, maybe 3. It’s nuts. I’ve waited over 4 months before to get into a specialist. Anyway, glad that’s mostly over for you. Big congrats on 100k. I’m surprised it’s not more. You’re my favorite couple on you tube and the videos I most look forward to. Save travels back to Ireland. Can’t wait to see what you get up to with your new home!

[@campervibe]

That is absolutely crazy, not just yeh wait but the price as well. Even back in the UK it wouldn’t be that much, that is mental. Thank you, I should know soon 🤞

[@uniquerebeljaney3639]

Wishing Emily a speedy recovery, hopefully all will be well again soon.

[@vvvskyevvv1912]

Congratulations on the 100k , and best wishes to Emily on recovery of her leg xx

[@campervibe]

Thank you so much

[@lindaroberts102]

Buy a Limbo , like a fancy plastic bag for your leg. Has a seal so you can shower etc. They were designed for broken limbs. We use them in community nursing all the time x

[@lisaSN]

It's so important to get those moles checked. Good job on getting it taken care of asap. I learned that the hard way in the middle of the pandemic, I thought the docs would be too busy to deal with the little spot on my arm that had been there since I was a kid but was changing shape. I've got a 5 inch scar on my arm because of that genius decision.

[@campervibe]

We all sometimes put these things off don’t we, definitely better to be safe than sorry

[@michelleoconnor4085]

Glad you got it sorted quickly. Fingers crossed for the results ❤

[@novicehiker]

So glad you got this sorted pronto, definitely not worth hanging around with something like that. I know 'setting a good example' is really not something either you should ever be concerned with (because what does that even mean, anyway??) but I do think it's a good reminder to your subscribers with hot summers coming up to just tackle things quickly, no drama, in and out, all in good humour. Love watching you both as ever and wishing you well. I hope the care from Lou involved getting you one of those fabulous pain au chocolat!

[@campervibe]

This is what we thought, so many people put things like this off as it’s “just a mole” but you really should get them checked out

[@vivienogden9916]

Glad your friends stepped forward in your hour of need, as you did for John and Mandy. GP appointment in France costs 25€ , emergency dental treatment in Spain and Italy around 200€ with quick efficient service.

[@siphonsnob]

I see a silver Play Button in your near future. Congratulations on 100k.

[@campervibe]

🥳🥳🥳

[@CharmingVanAxJ]

Thanks to you ladies I got some moles checked today that I’ve been putting off for ages. Fortunately they’re ok, but it’s a massive relief. Keeping everything crossed for you❤

[@stephenrussell6074]

They generally take a large margin around a mole and can go quite deep as well. It is especially difficult on the shin. When I had my carpel tunnel ops I could feel the tugging at my hand as they cut and stitched, thick skin on the palm.

[@campervibe]

Yeah I hope they got what they needed out 🤞

[@stephenrussell6074]

@@campervibe I hope you have the best news from the tissue they took. The great thing is you acted quickly and speed is your friend with anything questionable like this. Sometimes it requires a friend to look you over if it is anywhere you cannot normally see, which can be difficult if you don’t have a partner around.

[@paulineheaney6945]

Safe travels back ladies, will be thinking about you Emily and praying for you. God Bless xx 🙏

[@jontremaine1]

This video was epic, funny, gripping with a serious side, the suspense of Emily removing her plaster was on par with Louise's ghostly night camp in the haunted woods! 100,000 subscribers, great news but no surprise. Louise, you're doing a great job at keeping all things positive, well done.

[@campervibe]

😂😂🥳🥳

[@stephannirichards8163]

Glad you’ve had it removed and you’re doing well. I had a skin cancer removed {SCC} last year while travelling full time solo in my van in Australia. First doc misdiagnosed it as acne! But 3 weeks later it was still growing/changing on the daily. By that time i was a further 1000km up the road, found another GP who straight away said it’s coming off and i had it removed 4 days later. Same as Emily, couldn’t walk much. Mine was on the back of my upper leg. But being solo I still had to drive myself to appointments and shop for food etc but I stayed put in a caravan park until I was given the all clear to move on. Since then I’ve had skin mapping done so that i can see any GP and they can see any changes in spots, well worth doing in my opinion. Take care both of you xx

[@IrishTextileCraftsandMore]

Yay congratulations on 100K. That is awesome news. You both deserve it!!! So glad you were able to get the mole removed. Hope the biopsy comes back all clear and good news. Congratulations again on the 100K

[@campervibe]

Thank you so much 😀

[@destinysisco3142]

Congrats!🎉🥳👏

[@michaelodonoghue7464]

3:08 in South Australia My Car is Comprehensively Insured, but other than in a bonafide Emergency, I am the only person allowed to drive it. Which is pretty good when you consider that My Housemate does not have (never has had) a Drivers Licence.

[@lindsaybailey6874]

Congratulations on 100k. Well deserved! Speedy recovery Emily!

[@campervibe]

😀😀

[@lifeisgood6074]

I just LOVE how, when you’re dealing with the most crap things that life can deal you, you’re always laughing and so positive! You both are the BEST! I LOVE your channel- thank you for your videos, and making so many people see the humor and bright side in life! I can personally tell you, that when I’m feeling down, your videos make me happy. So- thank you for making an impact for at least one human in the Midwest, USA! What you’re posting is important!

[@z9ski690]

Another excellent video. Congratulations Emily on your successful emergency surgery, what a trooper you are. You two folks are the perfect pair.

[@campervibe]

😀😀

[@lyfandeth]

Even in US hospitals, none of the staff seem to know there is actually "bandage adhesive remover" which is a specialized solvent that makes it much easier to remove bandages. I don't know if pharmacies there carry it, I found it on Amazon after seeing it mentioned in a wound care book. A lot of nurses use alcohol, which does nothing. Congrats on the 100k, and hoping your biopsy comes back clear.

[@sherriwineland7247]

Yea, I get trying to protect your wounds from the fur babies! I had total knee replacement recently, and I swear, my cats are trying the laying on of the paws to heal me...they are consantly trying to get on the knee...little shits. Glad you survived your surgery Em! Congratulations on getting back on the road and getting to 100,000!

[@campervibe]

Oh that is healing well, yeah they do like to find your weak spots 🤣

[@patrickh8602]

Some do say that the frequency at which Cats purr helps with healing, I completely understand your reservations however.

[@tonysutton6559]

I had a suspected heart attack on Kos. I nearly had another 4 in the 150kmh dash to the hospital sharing an ambulance with a young lad who had stepped on a tennis ball and had hit foot at right angles to where it was supposed to be. The driver didn't slow down for hairpin bends on cliff roads. The hospital looked like it had not been decorated since the 1950s but the care was second to none. It was pre Brexit so my wife just waved the EU health card at them while I was taken for tests. I was kept in overnight and my wife asked the person who we thought was the cardiologist about getting a taxi to the other side of the island back to our hotel and he pointed to one of the empty beds on the ward and said that she could use that. When I was thanking everyone the next morning before we left, it turned out that the cardiologist was, in fact, the hospital porter and he was doing all of the talking because he spoke the best English. When I saw my own consultant when we arrived home, he was amazed at the number and qualify of the tests that they had performed.

[@davypeugeot]

Speedy and full recovery Emily. Congrats on the 100k guys

[@campervibe]

Cheers 😀

[@marcialynn3469]

I live in Mexico, on the Pacific, and my insurance is in New York. Last April I developed a fast growing irregular lesion across my cheekbone-4". I went to a Mexican surgeon, and he operated on the spot, using plastic surgery stitches, (option #1), and a biopsy (option #2), took out stitches 2 weeks after. It was $300 US. The emergency room here is free. I've had a fracture set, and stitches there for free. Drs. attached to pharmacies are $2. Meds are pretty much all over the counter

[@UKstobbs]

The whole plaster removal scene was so funny, you two don't half make me laugh. Hope the recovery is quick. Congratulations on the 100k, well deserved, best channel for this type of content. Looking forward to the live next week. ❤

[@campervibe]

Thanks 🥳

[@kimanderson6162]

Emily hope you're feeling better and leg heals quickly, i had mole removed a week ago on my back so know how you are feeling. Stay safe both ❤

[@pete.goes.roaming]

Made me smile just now when you mentioned medway hospital. I live literally a 10 minute walk from there. I'd actually forgotten you ladies lived on Sheppey til you moved. 😊 x

[@heatherread5314]

Hope the biopsy comes back clear 🤞

[@caz3895]

Fngers crossed for Emily's results. My Aunt had a heart attack on holiday in Spain and needed surgery. Fantastic care all round.

[@bazileba]

Well done, videoing a serious experience with humor. Love your vids with attitude & info!

[@campervibe]

😀😀

[@dingetjedinges2165]

Last time travelling in Spain I went to see a doctor, had to leave my van parked on the side of the road, taxi to the hospital en got out more than a week later. Luckily someone could check if my van was safe those days I was admitted. Never again I thought. So one month later I was in urgencias again,🙃. But perfect healthcare, 10/10, would not do it again though. I'm planning on going to the UK in an month or so, but my health keeps getting me drawn to hospitals. I'm still going, this time at least I can understand the language and explain what's going on. Wishing Emily a speedy recovery!

[@roberthardy2013]

Nice to see you caring for Emily, Louise, good job she hadn’t had a op for piles though !

[@campervibe]

😂🫣

[@meredithbigham-lloyd9441]

Hi gals and guy. Em if you hear the word Melanoma, try not to panic as I had one removed and it was all ok. It was "in situ" meaning it was contained so when the margins are clear, it's gone and no further treatment was required just regular skin checks. There are many treatments these days so no matter what the outcome all will be ok. Take care, wishing you all the best and here for questions if you want to know anything. Cheers Mer, Jan and Arki (South Australia) xxx

[@jst3134]

I look forward to watching your fun adventures each week! Love you both!!!

[@patriciabradley2286]

I fell out of our camper and broke my wrist in France. The medical treatment was fantastic. I was only a day patient but had my own room et suite. Got hot chocolate. Etc. every second day a nurse came to the campsite to dress the wound. Super health service in France. Good Em had it out, now speedy recovery. Are you soon coming back to us in Ireland? Has all been settled with the cottage. Love to all 4 of you Patricia☘️☘️💕🐾

[@campervibe]

That is great service 😀

[@nicholathomas4168]

So pleased it all went well for you. Safe trip back.

[@suewiltshire8092]

I'm very impressed with how quickly you were dealt with. It must be a big relief, what will be better is getting the results, hopefully all clear. Safe journey back, love Sue and Bryn xx

[@campervibe]

Yeah, I am so glad it’s off my leg

[@roberthardy2013]

I had to try and find a hospital at 7:00 am on a Sunday morning to have two lots of stitches done after a fall. It took two tries and various trails of blood before we found a hospital to do it - fun times ! Best of luck with that Emily, get well soon !

[@campervibe]

That doesn’t sound fun at all

[@GilgaFrank]

Hope it's not too late with this tip but cling film is great for keeping water away from bandages and dressings. Just wrap your leg in that stuff and you won't splash it.

[@newmoonrising5151]

Congratulations on 100k! Emily, get better soon. Kisses to the fur babies! Safe trip. 👏🏻❤️✌️

[@campervibe]

Thank you! Will do 😀

[@BethS55]

In time, your incision will hardly be able to see. You had a excellent Doctor. Congratulations on 100.000 subs, ladies 🎉

[@sootyginger4388]

Great medical care for sure. Wishing you the very best Em ☺️

[@campervibe]

Thanks

[@DavidBarker-ke2on]

Congratulations on the FIRST 100k. I'm sure you'll get a good result on the Biopsy.

[@campervibe]

Thank you

[@celinel9750]

Louise TAKE CARE of your wife, with love, patience and delicacy, she deserve it and would do it for you 100 times. Be well Emily 🙂

[@campervibe]

Thanks 😄

[@laguna3fase4]

When I lived in Spain in 2008/9 My stepdaughter started having stomach pains. We took her to the GP who did a quick examination of her then said she would need to go to the local hospital for xrays. We thought she would have to wait a week or two for the appointment, but were told to go later that day. Off we went and checked in ( using a bar coded medical card. After a short wait she went in for the x-ray. On completion we were told to go back to the GP for the results. Again we thought it was going to be a few weeks, but we were told to go back in a couple of hours. We got to see the GP later and discussed the results with him. All in one day which in my books is excellent.

[@motorhominglife9365]

I broke my back, lumber 2 & damage L4 & 5 and S1 in Alicante Spain February 23, seen immediately and 2.5 hours later, MRI, CAT scan, 3 back consultants opinion, and in a bed with drips. 9 days flat on my back, then operation (2 rusty nails, bag of cement and air bags) discharged and walking in 2 days. Super service from Spanish Health care. (not private). £3,000 including follow-ups. Rehab in the sun, Alicante and back on the road in 4 weeks...

[@campervibe]

That is amazing

[@yahyaoui-sz5ee]

Congratulations on the 100,000 🎉 and I hope you heal very quick Emily ❤

[@marianjacobs5597]

Em, the wound and stitches looks really heathy you must heal well (all those snacks I guess) hope the results come back clear. Congratulations on your 100K subs girls

[@davekitchener9092]

Well done Emily you brave little soldier 😊did you get a sticker and lollypop for being good ..love you 2 ladys . Great video great laugh you 2 are mad ...in a nice way 😎👍

[@jamietipton5743]

Oh dear! I had that done! They called me it was cancer so I had to go back. Honestly, I was worried over nothing. They numbed me up, got everything all sterile and cut a 4x4 chunk out of my thigh. ( while I talked a mile a minute) They have a way to check the edges to see if they are all clean. Stitches and off you go. When I got my results it was all clear. But I have little ones all over my legs. I was a sunshine girl!!!!! You did great! PS the numbing will wear off. Take care.

[@campervibe]

Yeah it seems a good process if it does come back with something. Glad yours was sorted as well

[@ChristineKelly1000]

Hope all is well with Emily.😊❤

[@wanderingwynchs]

Did you have any travel insurance or the GHIC card? Great service in Portugal. My husband had a cage put in his spine over there when we were on the road and their private system was fantastic.

[@holdenhunt9359]

Hi glad your health issue is sorted. I can say that having a similar issue in Oz was the best place to be for skin clinics. Same process then returned to home in France . Unfortunately a worse mole & bigger op needed in France. All wonderful & eventually all clear for over ten years. X

[@markdove207]

Congratulations and speedy recovery for Emily.

[@vivienchilvers1980]

All the best to you, and Godbless you both XX

[@deirdreoriordan744]

Yay 100k!! We've been watching you from the beginning of your van build. Congratulations!!🎉

[@campervibe]

Yay! Thank you 😀🥳

[@evelyngorfram9306]

My mom had a Stage 4 melanoma, which was scary as f*ck; but she got it removed & treated quickly, & lived 45 more years. Because of that family history, every time a freckle gets out of hand, I've had to have it removed for a biopsy. It's been maybe half a dozen times, all benign so far 🤞. I'm American, & all of this has taken place in the US; & my & my mom's health care experience has been no more or less f*cked up than the US health care system is in general. The best thing for you to do, for now, is to operate on the assumption that the biopsy will come back benign. It probably will. 😃

[@campervibe]

Glad that you get yours all checked and really glad your mum had all them extra years

[@StephenStrafford]

Hey there - we met you at camping Albufeira a few weeks ago (Emily was off for a hair appointment)! Firstly, we're so please all is well with the surgical procedure and sounds like the system in Portugal was really efficient. You asked about experiences with medical stuff, and I recently had a dental issue after a large chunk of my tooth broke off. We were still around 5 weeks from returning to the UK so I visited a dentist in Adra, Spain, recommended by a solicitor we met in a bar. I phoned at 10am the following morning and was given an appointment at 11am. The dental practice was uber clean, efficient and after 50 minutes with a lovely dentist I came out with a temporary filling and a bill for..........45 euros! OK, I've rambled on but wanted to share this. Lastly, well done to you both on 100K subscribers - raising a glass to you both and love your channel. All the best, Bridget & Stephen xx

[@campervibe]

That’s amazing, it’s seems the set up in a lot of other countries is really good. Yeah we remember you guys, I spoke to you the day after my hair appointment I think it was 😂

[@lindayaya59]

❤ prayersvfor that mole. It will be ok either way. Your loves by yourside.🙏🐺🐱😊😊😊😊😊❤

[@debh4190]

Bravo to Emily for getting the mole off quickly and courageously and for only taking four hours to remove the dressing! :) Hope the biopsy is negative, and congrats on 100,000!

[@campervibe]

😂😂 I know, Lou was like that actually took you over 5 minutes 😂🤦‍♀️

[@traceygriffiths8919]

Aww Emily you were so brave.. hope results are positive xx Louise the cleaner.. who’d have thought?? 🤣🤣 seriously though you have the most beautiful relationship xx

[@campervibe]

Louise clean 😂😂😂

[@davedave6404]

Why did it take so long to get to 100K subs? - This is the best U-Tube channel and you two, despite getting on into middle age now (you said it the other day on a post !), are like a pair of 16 years olds. And this after some 15 ? years together and 9 years married. Genuine joy on your faces as you tell your adventures, I pissed myself laughing yet again.

[@campervibe]

Aw thank you

[@MediaMaverick_]

I always buy travel health coverage…that includes evacuation. Many moles removed….including a early, evolving melanoma 30 years ago…had a margin taken after biopsy…Se a dermatologist every 6 months for checkup…when in doubt cut it out. Hope all is ok. Best wishes.

[@campervibe]

I like that saying

[@lynneseaward1315]

Get well soon, Emily. Hope you get good news. You will be fine with nurse Lou around!💐

[@karlahernandez5750]

I needed medical care while camping in the middle of nowhere in a different state. I got a moth stuck in my ear, had to sleep with it in my ear overnight and then had to drive 3 hours to the nearest hospital. Didn't have any wait to be seen by an ER doctor and I was the most popular patient that morning. I have no idea how much my medical insurance paid for getting that blasted bug out of my ear but I had to pay $500.00 for my share of the bill.

[@andyb2706]

aww those sad eyes of Emily when Lou was opening her Y Food drink, I felt sorry for Emily.

[@GaryScoble]

And thank you Lou for your cleaning, driving, shopping, dog walking, blogging, caring for Emily and everything else you do 🤔😉👍😎

[@KnightRider1157]

Two years ago whilst on honeymoon in lanzarote I became ill. Jet 2 rep put us in touch with a local private clinic who diagnosed pneumonia. Their care was fabulous and although not able to do a massive amount I was able to fly home on our scheduled flight.

[@campervibe]

That’s great to know

[@moobaz8675]

I had a melanoma removed when I was thirteen. I'm 57 now so the key is to get it early. As for care, I spend my life travelling the world and dealing with healthcare systems in every country I visit. The NHS isn't perfect, but will always sort you out, whereas my personal experience with the US has been nothing short of poor and costly. France, Spain, Italy and Germany great but Japan is in a different league. However, the key is to have good cover and declare everything. Insurers will use any get out they can. Anyway, glad you got seen quickly and hopefully it's nothing to worry about. 👍

[@campervibe]

Insurance is key for sure and making sure it covers you for what you will be doing out there as well

[@markross4730]

You two are so adorable! Congratulations on 100k!

[@muireannin09]

You did this right Emily. That lesion looked very worrisome to my nursing eyes, and I am a melanoma survivor in the last two years.! The earlier you get these Bad boys out, the better, especially if it is a melanoma. Please update us on the results. Here’s wishing you all the best.

[@bigtimefishkeeper]

So glad you " had it off " behave louise! And massive week done on the 100k ladies

[@campervibe]

🥳🥳

[@effiemills5251]

When my husband went to get a vasectomy, he told the booking in nurse that he was going home on his bike. Congratulations on the 100k and hope the biopsy results bring good news.

[@746laurie]

About ten years ago I strained my back muscles chopping firewood and hoped that it would go away if I rested and avoided lifting. However, two days later I took a friend's mother for a hospital appointment in Mediaș, Romania. After the 30 minute drive I had great difficulty getting out of my car so my friend, her mother and her sister who had come with us, insisted I saw a doctor in the "Urgență" section. I was given a cortisone injection and a prescription for about five drugs (pain killers, muscle relaxants and anti nausea capsules). No charge for the examination and injection and reduced prices for the drugs because I was over 65. The doctor told me to stay in bed for a week but the drugs, one of which was very powerful and not available in the UK, worked exceptionally well and I was back to normal and out of bed after four days bed rest. I'm nearly 78 now and still chopping logs but have improved my technique and never chop for more than 30 minutes.

[@GaryScoble]

Well done Emily, I just had minor surgery only 3 stitches but we all milk it, don’t we🤔👍😉😎

[@gerryoneill6]

Was wondering what look!! F**k yea!! was written on the blackboard :)

[@annscott77]

I've been to Portugal several times, 1 time in my Mercedes Sprinter self build. Spent 1 night in a hospital with covid, 2022. Love Portugal and the people. Had a mole removed this past summer. Had to go in a 2nd time. So I can really relate to all you are going through. Love your sense of humor. If you are ever in Switzerland you are welcome to stop by. Ann S.