| There's nothing worse
than a bout of yellow fever or typhoid to strike you down as
you're venturing through darkest Africa, or doing Asia on the
cheap. Fortunately, with a little bit of planning before you go,
you should stay clear of any such hazards on your trip.
You don't need to get vaccinated
for every country you plan to visit, but it's worthwhile checking,
as there are often less-publicised, yet deadly dangers lurking in
certain countries, and for which precautions should be
taken.
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Before You Leave |
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| Is when you
should have all your vaccinations. This will give you plenty
of time to recover from any possible reaction you may have
to the vaccine.
Consult your doctor before travelling if you
are unsure of the health risks - they will provide you with
a current list of danger spots.
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Check out
about the risks of the area you intend to travel to BEFORE you arrive — you
may need to get vaccinations a few weeks before you leave.
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| General Advice |
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- Have a health and dental
check-up before departure.
- If you have to carry
medicine get a doctor's note in case you are stopped by
customs or lose your medication and need a replacement.
- Check our 'what
to pack' list for tips on what medical necessities
to take with you.
- It is also sensible to
take several sterile syringes and needles. In the
unlikely event that you end up in a local hospital and
are in need an injection, it is a comfort to know you
have a clean needle and syringe.
- Get proper travel
insurance suitable for your destination; I.E., if you're
going skiing, make sure you're covered for emergency
air-lifts etc. Don't just pick the cheapest, find one
that best suits your needs.
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