Advice For Travellers

Immunisation
Recommended for many countries, See the practice nurse for information.

Malaria
Protect yourself, Take correct medication, Cover arms and legs at night, Apply insect repellent spray – For more details about tablets and methods of prevention Click Here.

Food and Drink
Don't drink tap water, use bottled, Don't have ice in drinks, Always peel fruit, Avoid salads, Avoid home-made ice cream, Remember - be cautious about what you eat and where you buy it

Bites and Stings
Clean and cover, Do not ignore any animal bite, Seek medical advice

Diarrhoea
Take a supply of anti-diarrhoeal tablets - use according to instructions, Take sachets of replacement salts and sugars, Get medical help if persistent

Travelling with Children
Motion sickness is often a problem, There are several products available at the chemist.
Take supplies of children's painkillers (i.e. Paracetamol or Ibuprofen suspension) and sun cream.

Environment
Avoid noon day sun (between 11am and 3pm), Gradually increase sunbathing time. Use sun block, at least Factor 15, Protect skin, especially fair babies and children, dress them in light weight white clothing,  Wear a hat.

Watersports
Swim only where you know it is safe, Make sure of depth before diving, Don't swim in dirty water, Wear life jackets when doing water sports

Useful web sites

Department of Health  http://www.dh.gov.uk/PolicyAndGuidance/HealthAdviceForTravellers/fs/en

NHS  site   http://www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk/

World Health Organisation   http://www.who.int/ith/en/