Press Release
Discovery Channel – Number 1 International Channel
New Delhi, October 12, 2006 – According to the TAM viewership data for the last 13 weeks, Discovery Channel recorded the highest viewership amongst all international channels including: Star Movies, HBO, MTV, National Geographic, CNBC TV18 and NDTV 24×7.
Measuring all day viewership across India Discovery Channel leads this set of international channels with 12 per cent channel share (Source TAM: CS15+ AB, All India, Week 27-39, 0700-2359 hours). Even taking all viewers (CS 4+) in count, Discovery Channel registered highest viewership. (Source TAM: CS 4+, All India, Week 27-39, 0700- 2359 hours).
Discovery Channel – Channel Share
– Highest channel share amongst all international channels
– 1.5 times higher than HBO; almost twice that of NDTV 24×7
– Dominates international channels’ top 100 programmes chart
Discovery Channel experienced 75 per cent growth in viewership in the woman’s hour band (Source TAM: CS 15+ AB, All India, Week 13 – 39, 1200 – 1300 hours, All days). Targetting women audience in the country, this one-hour week-day slot presents programmes on a variety of subjects – from celebrating woman achievers to mother-child relationships to health and fitness.
Highest Rated Programme – Dragons: A Fantasy Made Real
In the last quarter, Discovery Channel’s premiere programme Dragons: A Fantasy Made Real recorded highest viewership amongst all international channels garnering 39 per cent channel share. (Source TAM: Week 32, Sunday, 20:00 – 22:00 hours, CS15+, All India)
Discovery Communications, Inc.
Discovery Communications is the leading global real-world media company. Discovery has grown from its core property, the Discovery Channel, first launched in the United States in 1985, to current global operations in 170 countries and territories with 1.4 billion cumulative subscribers. Discovery Networks International offers 18 television brands, reaching 715 million cumulative subscribers. In India, three Discovery brands reach 79 million cumulative subscribers with programming available in English and Hindi. Discovery Communications is owned by four shareholders: Discovery Holding Company (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB), Cox Communications, Inc., Advance/Newhouse Communications and John S. Hendricks, the Company’s Founder and Chairman.
For further information, please contact:
Rajiv Bakshi
Associate Director – Marketing and Communications
Discovery Networks India
Tel: 011- 41491164; 098109-99796
Priyadarshani Kaul
Hanmer & Partners
Tel: 98110-30502
Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
