People in the UK often don’t now how lucky they are to live in a place with few endemic diseases. In addition to our location, advances in infrastructure and medicine have eradicated many serious illnesses that once plagued our nation. Unfortunately, many of these diseases are still widespread in parts Read more…
Even if you’re a frequent traveller, travel clinics can provide you with valuable information, advice, and vaccinations to keep you safe abroad. Our bodies are well adapted to the regions we live in, building up immunity and tolerance against local viruses and illnesses. This immunity can often do little to Read more…
Making an appointment at a travel clinic should be on everyone’s ‘travel to-do’ list. Here in the UK, we don’t have to worry about many of the diseases that can be found abroad. Because of this, many people are complacent when it comes to travel health and as a result, Read more…
There are many different types of infections, some of which can be quite serious. The symptoms and prognosis of the infection can vary greatly depending on the underlying cause of the infection and the overall health of the patient. Many infections do share some common symptoms, however, so it’s important Read more…
Sometimes travel plans come up last minute, leaving you a limited amount of time to prepare for all your trip will entail. This can include any necessary vaccinations you may need to protect yourself while you’re abroad. However, even if you don’t have the recommended amount of time available, your Read more…
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