Do you take prescription medication, supplements or vitamins? Do you need to use medical devices such as needles, syringes or health monitoring machines? If you are planning to travel overseas, … Read More
Typhoid and paratyphoid are bacterial infections which can spread throughout the body and affect various organs. Left untreated, they can result in serious complications and even prove fatal. Typhoid fever … Read More
For some, staying in a hostel is the only way to go. For others, it is a necessity particularly when it comes to stretching the travel budget. Whatever your reason … Read More
If you’ve ever been denied boarding, you’ll know just how downright annoying it is. No one likes to be denied boarding so what are your rights if the airline refuses … Read More
Hepatitis is an illness that causes inflammation and damage to the liver. It affects liver function and is usually caused by an infection. Whilst there are several types, there are … Read More
We all hope it never happens but the sad truth is that sometimes, a holiday ends in tragedy. According to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, approximately 1,300 Australians … Read More
Many of us secretly wish we had the willpower and discipline of a ‘Yogi’ but find it too difficult to find the time to book a class or follow a … Read More
Volunteering overseas is an admirable thing to do. Whether teaching English, building infrastructure or helping animals, there is a real sense of achievement in making a difference to someone’s life. … Read More
If you’re an experienced hiker or trekker, you will probably already know what altitude sickness is and may have even experienced this for yourself. However, if you’re embarking on your … Read More
Most of us have had THAT holiday where someone has contracted gastro and we need to trek around town to find a pharmacy that’s open and where hopefully at least … Read More