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Holiday Health

It is always a wise precaution to pack some essential items in case of illnesss on holiday.
Do choose medicines according to your needs and the country you are visiting.
If you take prescription medicines regularly remember to pack then too.

HOLIDAY KIT

Paracetamol
Travel sickness tablets
Plasters
Rehydration solutions such as Dioralyte
Anti-diarrhoeal, eg Imodium
High factor sunscreen; calamine lotion

IMMUNISATION

Always check whether you need any immunisations or malarial tablets before you travel
Seek advice well in advance in case you need a course of injections

OTHER ESSENTIALS TO PACK

Anti-malarials
Water purification tablets
Insect repellent
Condoms/ other contraceptives

MEDICAL INSURANCE

Arrange medical insurance
Obtain a form E111 from the Post Office if you are travelling in Europe. This will entitle you to free or reduced cost medical care within the EU. Take the form with you on holiday. (Care can still be very expensive even with an E111 form.)

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