Travel Archive

Malaria deaths are down but travellers still need protection

Published at 00:39 on Sun 2nd October 2011

If you're planning to travel to Africa, South or Central America, Asia, the Indian subcontinent or the Far and Middle East, you may already be aware you're venturing into a part of the world that's affected by malaria – a disease that, if left untreated, can be fatal.

Travel smart

Published at 15:21 on Mon 27th June 2011

If you're headed abroad this year - especially if you're flying or somewhere exotic - there are several things to keep in mind if you want to stay fit and healthy on your journey and during your holiday.

Travel health checklist

Published at 14:59 on Mon 27th June 2011

Before you go, be prepared by packing the following:

Sun safety & coping with sunburn

Published at 10:47 on Thu 31st March 2011

Of course if you look after your skin by keeping it hydrated and moisturised - both on the inside and the outside - all your good work may be for nothing if you then go out in the sun for too long without sun protection.

Travel medication available at your local pharmacy

Published at 12:41 on Fri 23rd July 2010

Whilst they offer a great chance to relax and let your hair down, holidays are a time when people often get stomach bugs and diarrhoea from foreign food and the kids get cuts and grazes from running around the swimming pool.

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