A British grandfather, John Hollis, 73, faced a medical bill of £30,000 after falling seriously ill on holiday in Benidorm. During his trip with a friend, Hollis experienced kidney failure, requiring him to be rushed to the hospital and placed in an induced coma. As his condition worsened, his family was warned that he was unlikely to survive.
John’s son, John Jnr, flew to be by his father’s side with other family members. The situation was dire, with John’s organs failing, leading doctors to make the decision to induce a coma to stabilise his condition. Despite the grim prognosis, John showed signs of improvement in the following days, giving his family hope.
After being in intensive care in Castlemilk, Glasgow, John’s medical bills continued to mount, with the private hospital demanding payment. Although he had medical insurance, a dispute arose due to pre-existing conditions, potentially leaving the family responsible for the substantial costs.
John Jnr revealed that his father’s kidney failure might have been linked to his diabetes medication. The family set up a fundraiser to gather support, with donations reaching £14,811 out of their £32,000 goal. Expressing gratitude for the community’s response, John Jnr remained hopeful for his father’s recovery.
AIG insurance was contacted for a statement regarding the situation. Those interested in contributing to John’s medical fundraiser could do so through a provided link.
The Hollis family’s ordeal highlighted the challenges faced by individuals falling ill abroad and the financial implications that can arise unexpectedly. The situation underscored the importance of adequate travel insurance coverage and the potential complexities surrounding pre-existing medical conditions.