Medical Tips & Vaccinations
TMVC (or the Travellers Medical &
Vaccination Clinic) provides travel medicine services to all
travellers before, after and while you travel. Clinics are accessible and have
up-to-date global communications. This website also shows any current health
alerts around the world.
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Make sure you take out Travel insurance. This is particularly
important in the US where you will not be treated unless you have
insurance.
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Vaccinations and other medical precautions are needed for travel to
some countries, and are easily obtained through your doctor. Look
into this early in case you need two injections for the same
vaccine.
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If you are on a prescription or if you take a specific medicine,
take enough away with you as you may not be able to get
replacements overseas.
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Always carry a doctors certificate for any prescribed drugs so you
don't have any problems at customs.
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'No Jet Lag' tablets are great to help keep you feeling 100% after
a long-haul flight. Drink plenty of water on your flights and take
regular walks up and down the aisles to prevent blood clots.
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Motion sickness is a common problem, ask your chemist or doctor for
suitable medications to take. When flying, try to sit near the wing
of the plane. Ear plugs may also be useful.
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Diarrhea is a major health risk when travelling in new countries.
If you're unsure, avoid uncooked meats, raw fruits and vegetables,
unpasteurised milk products and stick to bottled water. If you do
have symptoms of diarrhea, rest and plenty of purified water is the
best medicine and it will usually clear up within a few days.
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It is important to see a doctor if bitten by a wild animal and may
require a tetanus and/or rabies shot.
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Pack a first aid kit
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If you have any questions please ask your GP or health
professional.