Travellers' diarrhea is the most common travel-related illness. Prevent it by drinking only bottled or purified water, avoiding raw or undercooked food, and washing hands frequently. Consider a Dukoral vaccine for some cross-protection against ETEC. Pack a traveller's diarrhea treatment kit — available at Peel Best Pharmacy.
Staying Healthy While Travelling
From the Health Tips section on Travel Health & Safety
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I avoid travellers' diarrhea?
Follow the rule: boil it, cook it, peel it, or forget it. Drink only sealed bottled water, avoid ice cubes from tap water, and eat at busy restaurants with high food turnover. Consider the Dukoral oral vaccine for partial protection.
What should I pack in a travel health kit?
Include hand sanitizer, insect repellent with DEET, sunscreen, rehydration salts, prescription antimalarials if needed, and a standby antibiotic for diarrhea. Peel Best Pharmacy can prepare a custom travel health kit for your destination.
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