Travel Clinic News

Inform yourself about possible health risks whilst abroad. We cover common illnesses and treatments to counterfeit medicines and how to protect yourself abroad.


Saturday 12 September 2020

Genital wart cream may offer unexpected disease protection


Researchers have recently uncovered a possible application for a common genital wart treatment in the fight against mosquito-borne viruses.

In the UK, mosquitoes are typically regarded as a mere nuisance, but in countless areas across the globe they represent a significant risk to billions of people. While malaria and zika are among the most well known viruses transmitted by mosquitoes, there is a considerable variety of potential infections across the globe, and they are believed to be responsible for over 700 million infections, and one million fatalities, each year.

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Friday 21 August 2020

Healthcare abroad post-Brexit


By the beginning of 2021 most UK citizens travelling within Europe and the EEA will no longer have access to European Health Insurance.

With Britain moving swiftly through its transition period, and all of us preparing for the changes set to be instated on 1st January 2021, it is of vital importance that we aware of the implications for anyone planning to travel to Europe after Brexit.

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Wednesday 5 August 2020

A guide to safe travel during COVID-19


Travel outside of the UK is once again becoming more common.

With the easing of many coronavirus travel restrictions, understanding how you can remain safe next time you travel is essential. While many countries are currently experiencing some respite, others continue to battle through the epicentre of this global pandemic; the situation is disposed to change rapidly, and caution must be taken wherever you are travelling in order to keep yourself and others as safe as possible.

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Sunday 8 March 2020

Top 5 tips for coping with altitude sickness


how to keep yourself safe on the mountains

Worried about altitude sickness? Read on for our best tips to avoiding the health effects of higher altitudes, and how to keep yourself safe on the mountains.

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Saturday 8 February 2020

Top tips for preventing malaria


Malaria is a potentially life-threatening disease prevalent in many areas around the world.

Malaria is a potentially life-threatening disease prevalent in many areas around the world. Read on to learn more about keeping yourself safe on your travels.

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Thursday 30 January 2020

What medications can you take abroad?


Preparing to go abroad?

Preparing to go abroad? Read on to learn more about restricted and prohibited medication around the world, and what you can pack to stay healthy on your travels.

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Tuesday 17 December 2019

Why you should avoid buying medication abroad


The risks of illegal, counterfeit medication, and how to avoid the risks of buying antibiotics abroad.

Travelling abroad? Read on to learn more about the risks of illegal, counterfeit medication, and how to avoid the risks of buying antibiotics abroad.

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Friday 13 December 2019

How to get over jet lag quickly


Jet lag is hard to avoid and can easily derail the start of your trip.

Jet lag is hard to avoid and can easily derail the start of your trip. Read on to learn more about jet lag medication, and other ways to adjust to a new time zone quickly.

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Monday 28 October 2019

Understanding the signs of altitude sickness


Altitude sickness can affect anyone, even experienced climbers.

Altitude sickness can affect anyone, even experienced climbers. Read on to learn more about acute altitude sickness, and how to manage its symptoms.

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Tuesday 8 October 2019

Taking care of your sexual health on holiday


Worldwide, more than 1 million STIs are transmitted each day.

Worldwide, more than 1 million STIs are transmitted each day. Read on to find out more about the risks of unsafe sex, and how to protect yourself from STIs while holidaying.

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Monday 9 September 2019

What medicines should you take on holiday?


When preparing for a holiday, we often overlook the medicines that might prove invaluable if we encounter unexpected health issues whilst abroad.

When preparing for a holiday, we often overlook the medicines that might prove invaluable if we encounter unexpected health issues whilst abroad. Here is our list of the key medications to consider taking on your next holiday.

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