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Tips for Healthy Travel

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There are certain exotic souvenirs no traveler wants to bring home.

However, the fact remains that nearly half of all people traveling overseas will either contract or suffer through some type of travel-related illness during their stay. Although the majority of these illnesses will be minor and cause more discomfort than serious harm, others can actually be infectious diseases that can follow you back home and ruin a lot more than just your perfect vacation. travel health

Making sure you are prepared before you board that plane is crucial to your personal safety. Booking an appointment with both a doctor and a travel health clinic should always be first priority on every traveler's list. They will ensure you are in good health and that you receive vaccinations for any diseases (hepatitis, typhoid, malaria or yellow fever) endemic to the particular countries you are visiting. They will also be aware of any recent outbreaks or travel health advisories that might affect you and can also offer a wealth of advice on what and what not to do while on vacation.

Because gastrointestinal ailments make up the vast majority of a tourist's woes, it's always recommended that travelers steer clear of food from street vendors, as these may not be prepared to the same standards your stomach is used to. Avoiding the local water is almost always advised - whether it be the ice in your Rum and Coke or the fruits and vegetables that have been washed in it.

Making sure you are always wearing adequate mosquito repellant will also go a long way in protecting you against insect-borne diseases. Repellants with at least 30 per cent DEET are a must. Packing a mosquito net and some long pants and shirts can also go along way in keeping you free of malaria or dengue fever.

Packing a medical kit and organizing your travel insurance may seem trivial in more extreme circumstances, but can actually go a long way in making sure your trip doesn't become memorable for all the wrong reasons.






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