- Make a booking and visit Travel Vaccination Healthcare ideally 6 weeks before you travel. Remember to bring your vaccination history & itinerary
- Put together a Medical kit – Gastro Kits (anti Diarrhoea medications) are available from Travel Vaccination Healthcare. Also consider taking antihistamines, analgesics and a First Aid Kit, complete with dressings etc
- Purchase insect repellent containing DEET if recommended for your destination. Bushman Gel & Permethrin Treatment Spay can be purchased at your consultation
- Trekking or remote travel? You may need a water purifier such as iodine drops or water purification tablets if bottled water is unavailable to purchase
- Beware of the water – drink only bottled water, avoid ice in drinks, only eat fruit you can peel yourself and avoid salads
- Stick to freshly cooked hot foods, avoid those that have been reheated and never eat uncooked seafood
- Consult with your doctor if you have a pre-existing medical condition. Take enough regular medication for your trip ensuring it is in the original packaging and a letter from your doctor outlining your medical history
- Take out comprehensive travel insurance, ensure it covers you for the places you are visiting and the things you plan to do
- Make sure your passport has at least 6 months validity from your return date to Australia.
- Check the latest travel advice for your destination and register your details at smartraveller.gov.au so you can be contacted in case of an emergency.
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