This is the first of 5 sea days as we make our way to Tahiti. Sea days are not very condusive to taking pictures or doing amazing things to report about.
However at lunch we met an interesting couple and learned a few interesting facts. We will call these people Gary and Joyce. They recounted an amazing story. They boarded in Fort Lauder with intensions to do the entire world cruise. Before arriving at Puntarenas, Costa Rica Joyce developed a terrible pain in her chest, the worst pain she had ever experienced. She went down to the medical center and after some tests they decided that she should be sent to the hospital in the capital city. One of the doctors saw a blip on the ECG and she was concerned by that. When other doctors were consulted it was agreed that transport was necessary
Her husband with the help of Princess staff packed up everything just in case they did not return to the ship. Princess would know where to send their possessions.
She was driven to the capital and there biggest hospital and more tests were done. It was determined that she had inflamation of the sack around her heart. Fortunately it was not fluid which would have been life threatening.
She reported amazing attention and care by Princess. They continually stayed in touch with the couple and the doctors. The doctors said it was a viral infection and aspirin was required. Because her pulse and blood pressure were elevated she was medicated for that as well. Once she was released from the hospital Princess arranged for them to be flown to Mexico City and then on the Pueto Vallarta where they waited for the arrival of the ship. They stayed in a hotel there all arranged by Princess.
It was a 5 day adventure for certain. She is now well and just resting and not overdoing things for a few more days.
The facts involving all of the help and support that was given to them by Princess was so gratifying. When you purchase Princess Insurance you hope you will never need it. Knowing that you will be so well taken care of if you should need it is so reassuring.
A happy story was so good to hear that I felt I should share it.
2 comments:
I saw that Lynn Smith is your senior doctor. I adore her, and wish I could have her as my doctor at home. I’m sure she wouldn’t remember me, but if you ever encounter her (in a social setting, I hope) please tell her that someone whose life she touched more than ten years ago remembers her fondly.
Certainly good to hear a positive story regarding the care Joyce and Gary received. Thanks for sharing.
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