The Department of Health is reminding people to be prepared that they have the proper health insurance when travelling this holiday season.

For those travelling out-of-province this holiday season, the provincial government says it is important to keep in mind that health care costs in other countries are high.

Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Care Plan only provides some coverage for people who leave the province temporarily .

For information about the coverage offered by MCP, it is a good idea to call a local MCP office.

In addition to that, people should consider purchasing travel insurance through private insurance companies.