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Medical Information

Be healthy before you go !!

· Keep fit.

· Eat well.

· Be up to date with routine check-ups e.g. asthma, diabetes,  and dentist.

· Arrange to see your own GP for travel health advice. Every individual is different and you may need particular advice.

· Go sooner rather than later. Some vaccination courses are best begun 6 months in advance ( Hepatitis B).

· Take details of any medical history, allergies or vulnerabilities.

· Take details of vaccinations that you have received and of those that you may need.

· You may need to pay for some items not covered by the NHS.

· You may need to have several appointments.

· Be prepared and feel prepared.

Useful Links
 

www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk

www.malariahotspots.co.uk

www.fco.gov.uk

www.cdc.gov/travel

www.who.int

www.direct.gov.uk

 

 Pre-travel health recommendations

Please discuss with your general practitioner