HELPFUL HINTS FOR TRAVELLERS

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FOOD AND WATER HYGIENE

• If you can’t wash it or peel it or boil it don’t eat it. 

• Stick to hot freshly cooked foods. 

• Avoid salads and uncooked foods especially shellfish and avoid foods made with unpasteurized milk. 

• Drink only bottled water or boiled and cooled water- use also for brushing

• Avoid ice cubes. 

SUN PROTECTION

• Always use sunscreen. SPF 15-30 at the least and reapply frequently

• Cover up if out in the midday sun. 

• Wear a hat. 

• Keep fluid intake up. 

SAFE SEX

• No unprotected sex. 

• Take condoms   

• Remember risk of hepatitis B and HIV. 

 FLIGHT SAFETY

• Drink plenty of fluids – flat better than fizzy. 

• Not too much alcohol. 

• In flight socks. 

• Deep breathing and leg exercises.  

MEDICATION

• Take plenty of routine medication. 

• Always carry in hand luggage.  

SAFETY

• Do not overdo alcohol. 

• Be sensible. 

• Do not leave drinks unattended. 

• Accidents, injuries and motor vehicles – standard may vary. 

• Avoid tattoos and body piercings. 

• Do not accept any packages. 

DOCUMENTATION

• Ensure all vaccination Certificates have been completed. 

• Insurance – check exclusions e.g., pre-existing conditions and dangerous activities. 

MALARIA

• Use insect repellent containing DEET.  30% recommended 

• Cover up from dusk to dawn. 

• Nothing is 100% effective against malaria therefore always be aware of risk and symptoms of malaria