Travel Health Advice

Good preparation is essential for a safe and enjoyable journey. Depending on your destination, the duration and nature of your trip, your country of departure and your personal health circumstances, certain vaccinations and preventive health measures may be recommended or required.

We strongly recommend contacting a qualified travel health clinic, your local healthcare provider or an authorised vaccination centre in your country of residence well in advance of departure. They can advise you on the latest vaccination recommendations, any mandatory vaccinations and other potential health risks at your destination.

Vaccinations

Some vaccinations need to be administered several weeks before departure, while others require multiple doses over a period of time. We therefore recommend seeking professional travel health advice at least 6 to 8 weeks before your departure.

Vaccination requirements and health recommendations vary depending on your destination, country of departure, itinerary and individual circumstances.
Always check which vaccinations and preventive measures are appropriate for your specific journey.

Malaria prevention

Malaria is a potentially serious mosquito-borne disease that occurs in various tropical and subtropical regions around the world. The risk varies considerably depending on the country, region, altitude and season.
Depending on your itinerary, preventive antimalarial medication may be recommended. Your travel health specialist can advise you on the appropriate medication and dosage.

We also recommend taking precautions to prevent mosquito bites, particularly from dusk until dawn.
These include:

• Using an effective insect repellent containing DEET or another recommended active ingredient.

• Wearing long-sleeved shirts, long trousers and socks, especially in the evening.

• Sleeping in air-conditioned or well-screened accommodation, preferably under an insecticide-treated mosquito net where necessary.

Please remember that malaria prevention medication does not provide complete protection. If you develop a fever during or after your trip to a malaria-risk area, seek immediate medical attention and inform the healthcare provider about your travel history.